Many patients avoid hearing aids due to the stigma of aging, so audiologists must promote their acceptance and leverage technology to drive innovation and improve patient care. Guy Kawasaki lost his hearing to Meniere’s disease and underwent a cochlear implant, which transformed his experience. After facing challenges with accessibility and hearing tech integration in everyday life, he now advocates for greater inclusivity in hearing care. In this episode, Guy joins Kevin to share his journey with hearing loss and cochlear implants, offering insights on improving patient care through empathy and advocacy, as well as the future of audiology with emerging technologies.

Guy Kawasaki is a renowned marketing specialist, author, venture capitalist, and speaker known for his influential roles at Apple, where he helped launch the Macintosh, and at Canva, where he serves as Chief Evangelist.

In this episode, Kevin and Guy will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction 

(00:48) His Journey with Meniere's Disease

(02:52) Challenges with Hearing Accessibility in Public Spaces

(06:54) Guy’s Experiences at Apple and Canva

(10:20) The Mindset That Drives Personal and Practice Growth

(15:38) Business Strategies for 2025

(17:48) Why Great Leaders Hire Greater Talent

(18:47) Empathy as the Key to Effective Marketing in Audiology

(23:26) Emerging Trends Audiologists Need to Know

(25:46) How AI Can Transform Hearing Experiences

(27:50) Thriving in Audiology with the Right Mindset and Support

Guy Kawasaki is a renowned marketing specialist, author, venture capitalist, and speaker known for his influential roles at Apple, where he helped launch the Macintosh, and at Canva, where he serves as Chief Evangelist. Beyond his tech career, Guy has become a passionate advocate for hearing accessibility after experiencing hearing loss due to Meniere’s disease and receiving a cochlear implant. This journey has driven his mission to break down the stigma surrounding hearing aids and promote innovative solutions for hearing care and accessibility.

Connect with Guy:

Guy’s Website: https://guykawasaki.com/ 

Guy’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/guykawasaki/ 

Resources Mentioned:

Guy’s Book, Think Remarkable: 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference https://www.amazon.com/Think-Remarkable-Paths-Transform-Difference/dp/139424522X 

Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth: https://www.amazon.com/Grit-Passion-Perseverance-Angela-Duckworth/dp/1501111108 

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