# Episode 3 — What Airway and Myo Can Open Up in Your Career

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The first two episodes were about patients and practices. Episode 3 is about the people doing the work. Kirsten talks through what adding airway and myofunctional therapy skills can open up in a career — income, autonomy, and a renewed sense of challenge — for hygienists, assistants, and doctors alike. If you've been wondering whether there's more room to grow in your role, this episode is for you.

**In this episode:**
- (00:00) A conversation about growth that's worth having out loud
- (02:45) The four areas of growth
- (04:30) Income: what airway/myo actually adds
- (07:00) Autonomy: building something that's yours
- (09:30) Renewed challenge: why this work re-energizes clinicians
- (11:30) Identity: growing into the full scope of your role
- (13:30) Your invitation

**Resources:**
- 1-Hour CE Course → optimizedairway.com/ce-course (PODCAST20)
- Full OAE Certification (the path to practicing myo) → optimizedairway.com/oae-certification