My Dumb Ideas is their Great Idea.

In this episode, Jason Cherry shares his unconventional path from aspiring forensic psychologist to leading IT infrastructure in healthcare. From dropping out of college to landing a pivotal internship, Jason’s story is about grit, learning from mistakes, and adapting with purpose.

He talks about the culture shock of moving from urban Chicago to West Columbia, the mission-critical nature of hospital IT systems, and how staying calm during emergencies sets the tone for success. Jason also opens up about embracing AI in healthcare, leading teams with empathy, and why he believes extreme ownership is key to being an effective leader.

Whether you're in tech, leadership, or just navigating your career path, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical wisdom, and a few laughs along the way.

 

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