How did Quint advance his career from a High School Special Education Teacher to a Hospital President to a Founder and CEO? In this episode, we continue Quint Studer’s story from episode #122 and hear about one of his major life transitions– a key moment when he took a risk and followed his heart. Listen as Quint and Janet discuss the part of his journey that fueled the creation for some of his greatest accomplishments.
Episode 124
Purpose, Worthwhile Work, and Making a Difference P2
How did Quint advance his career from a High School Special Education Teacher to a Hospital President to a Founder and CEO?
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Hosts
Janet Pilcher
President, Studer Education
About the Episode
What This Podcast Covers
- How can we navigate our careers by following our heart?
- Why are training and development so critical to an organization's culture?
- Who should superintendents focus on hiring?
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