Ian Montgomery is an Emeritus Associate Professor within the Department of Health Management and Policy at the University of Iowa with a diverse resume of jobs and careers which include: gym manager, correctional officer, deputy sheriff, assistant administrator, executive director, consultant, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Director of the Center for Healthcare Executive Studies and Services, Clinical Associate Professor, Executive in Residence, Executive MHA Career Coach, Hospital Chaplain, Hospice Companion, and state level powerlifting winner.

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John Dominic Crossan

Marcus Borg

Richard Rohr

Thích Nhất Hạnh

Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu

Be Here Now by Ram Dass

Rishi Loose Leaf Tea Steeper⁠⁠

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Timestamps

(00:00) Introduction

(01:24) Ian’s Unique Interview Technique

(07:40) Career Transitions and Personal Growth

(15:40) Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

(17:33) Reflecting on Identity and Life Changes

(22:38) Early Life and Family Background

(32:17) Was the Career Path Worth It?

(40:21) Journey to Becoming a Hospital Chaplain

(45:58) Creating Order from Chaos

(52:15) The Importance of Being Present

(01:08:30) Powerlifting and Physical Fitness

(01:12:47) Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts