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An Important Update on Jason Zenger and the Leadership Lessons We Learned from It, 394


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On December 7th, 2023, Jason had a heart attack, the type well-known as the “widow-maker.” Miraculously, Jason survived. Then he survived a heart transplant. January 19th, 2024, he went home. Jason beat the odds. In this episode of MakingChips, we’ll share Jason’s miraculous story. We’ll also share some of the lessons we’ve learned throughout the last couple of months. Be ready to be awe-struck. 

– Nick

Segments
  • [0:18] IMTS 2024
  • [2:01] Miracle #1: Making it to the hospital
  • [8:35] Miracle #2: Getting a heart transplant
  • [12:01] Miracle #3: Being near the right hospital 
  • [14:41] Miracle #4: Hearing Jason on the phone
  • [21:22] Netsuite by Oracle KPI Checklist
  • [24:16] Takeaway #1: Focus on your health
  • [26:59] Takeaway #2: Create an estate plan
  • [29:23] Takeaway #3: Build a team you can trust
  • [32:19] Takeaway #4: Don’t take anything for granted 
Resources mentioned on this episode
  • Jason’s CaringBridge page
  • Netsuite by Oracle KPI Checklist
  • IMTS 2024
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