JPMorgan CEO shares the story of almost dying in March 2020
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon discusses his near-death experience in 2020 due to an aortic dissection and reflects on his career trajectory. He shares insights on his past termination from Citigroup and his philosophy on separating professional setbacks from personal self-worth.
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Provides a rare, personal look at the leadership mindset of one of the world's most influential financial figures during a global crisis.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has revealed about the time he nearly died in March 2020 after suffering an aortic dissection, a serious condition that required emergency open-heart surgery. Speaking on The Master Investor Podcast, host Wilfred Frost asked Jamie Dimon about the time he nearly died in March 2020 after suffering an aortic dissection, a serious condition that required emergency open-heart surgery. Dimon said he immediately understood how dangerous the situation was because many people with the condition do not survive long enough to reach or leave the hospital."I knew at that point in time that you know there might be goodbye," Dimon said. He recalled asking his wife to contact the company immediately.
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