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HTM On The Line with BRYANT HAWKINS SR.

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What happens when your career collides with your calling? In this power-packed episode of HTM On The Line, Bryant Hawkins Sr. sits down with HTM powerhouse Jose Zambrano, better known as “Jay-Z”, for a real, raw and unforgettable conversation.

From his early days fixing dialysis machines to mentoring the next generation of techs, Jose shares the defining moments that transformed a job into a lifelong mission. They talk about grief, grit and growth, about building real pipelines for underrepresented communities, and about how true success is defined not by what you do, but by how you make people feel.

Whether you’re a seasoned HTM professional or someone discovering this industry for the first time, this episode is your wake-up call. Get ready to be challenged, inspired and reconnected with your purpose.

Topics Covered:

• Why personal pain can unlock professional purpose
• HTM myths that need to die
• Mentorship that transcends titles
• Building representation and lasting impact
• The power of showing up with compassion

Listen in and remember: This work saves lives, and so can your voice.

Big thanks to our podcast partners: College of Biomedical Equipment Technology, A.M. BICKFORD, INC., UptimeServices, PM BIOMEDICAL, GMC Healthcare Solutions and Talent Exclusive. Your support keeps the HTM mission alive!
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Fejezetek

1. Welcome to HTM On the Line (00:00:00)

2. Finding Purpose Through Personal Pain (00:01:15)

3. Mentors Who Shaped the Journey (00:05:58)

4. Evolution of HTM and Technology (00:12:29)

5. Debunking HTM Myths (00:22:10)

6. Building Diverse Pathways in HTM (00:28:44)

7. Success, Education and Leaving a Legacy (00:45:27)

8. Closing Advice to Underrepresented Groups (00:52:48)