Summary
In this episode, Chace interviews Jojo Gonzalez, a biomed professional from Hawaii. They discuss Jojo's journey in the field, the impact of environmental challenges on his work, and the importance of maintaining equipment in challenging environments. They also talk about the changes in the biomed field, particularly in terms of cybersecurity and home healthcare. Jojo emphasizes the value of documentation and networking in the industry, and offers advice for young biomed professionals. They also discuss the importance of biomed associations and networking for professional growth. In this conversation, Jojo Gonzalez shares his insights and experiences as a biomed professional living on the island of Hawaii. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships in the industry and regrets not doing so earlier in his career. Jojo and Chace discuss the need to expand the reach of biomed professionals beyond traditional organizations and conferences. They also talk about their favorite and least favorite foods on the island, the challenges of attending conferences, and strategies for dealing with stress and burnout. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of taking care of oneself and maintaining good mental health.
Takeaways
- Maintaining equipment in challenging environments requires self-sufficiency and building strong relationships with vendors.
- Cybersecurity and home healthcare are major challenges in the biomed field.
- Documentation is critical for troubleshooting equipment, justifying replacements, and identifying trends.
- Networking and involvement in the industry, including joining biomed associations, are important for professional growth and staying updated with the latest developments. Building strong relationships is crucial for success in the biomed industry.
- Biomed professionals should expand their reach beyond traditional organizations and conferences.
- Taking care of oneself and maintaining good mental health is essential to prevent burnout.
- Embracing relaxation and finding ways to relieve stress can improve overall well-being.
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