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In this heartfelt episode of The Olive You Podcast, we sit down with Jonathan—a former student, now a healthcare administrative professional—who shares his rollercoaster journey from hospitality to healthcare. We discuss toxic work environments, the pressures of adulting in your 20s, and what it's really like working behind the scenes in hospitals.Jonathan opens up about burnout, relocating to Montreal, navigating co-ops, and how a sushi job at a hospital changed his life. Whether you're a student, a young professional, or someone thinking of switching careers, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughter, and real talk.📅 New episodes drop Tuesdays at 6pm EST

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🎧 Topics Covered:

Career change advice for young professionals

Healthcare admin vs hospitality jobs

Mental health and burnout in your 20s

Realities of the job market

Authentic mentorship stories

Chapters:

00:00 // Introductions

03:04 // A Life and Career Before Healthcare

11:25 // The Job Search 10 Years Ago | Transactional Networking | Living in Montreal

17:34 // Planting the Seed Of A Career in Healthcare - Its All Connected

24:40 // The Living Situation in Montreal

33:26 // Finding Independence and Keeping Parents In The Loop

35:47 // Coming Back Home and Soulsearching

38:25 // Going Back To School To Study Office Admin - Healthcare Services

48:18 // Jumping into A Healthcare Career | The Rose-Coloured Glasses Came Off QUICK!

55:44 // Whats Interesting About Patient Flow?

57:37 // Dealing with Patients | Navigating Entitlement

01:03:48 // Healthcare Vs. Service Industry

01:08:19 // What Does The Future Behold for Jonathan?

01:14:19 // Talking Points - Are You A Good Listener?

01:17:59 // Talking Points - What Do You Do When You Don't Agree With Someone?

01:22:19 // The Olive & The Pit

01:25:41 // Conclusions