Planning With Intention, Working With Balance
Mon Feb 02 2026
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message"
In this episode of Bearded Biomed, Chace Torres reflects on his journey in the biomedical field and the direction he is intentionally moving toward. He discusses the importance of continuous learning, meaningful certifications, and deliberate career planning. Chace shares why he is pursuing an MBA in healthcare management, how leadership fits into his long-term goals, and why none of it matters without maintaining balance outside of work. The episode encourages technicians to invest in their professional development, stay engaged with the community, and build careers that are sustainable, not just impressive on paper.
Chapters
00:00 – Setting the Direction
02:15 – Career Growth and Aspirations
07:07 – Credentials That Matter
10:14 – Planning Ahead
13:20 – Work, Family, and Balance
16:02 – Community and What’s Next
Bearded University
Do you have a CBET, CHTM, CRES certification to maintain? Then check out the link to watch select episodes of the show and get issued an ACI approved CEU certificate. https://www.beardedbiomed.com/beardedceus
Ohms Law Foundation
Dedicated to supporting the next generation of Biomedical Equipment Technicians through scholarships, certification support, mentorship, and outreach. You can get involved by making a direct donation, purchasing apparel, or reaching out to partner with us to support the HTM community. Check out our interactive maps of biomed colleges, apprenticeship programs, and HTM associations at https://ohmslawfoundation.org
A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors!
We deeply appreciate the support of our incredible sponsors, who are dedicated to empowering and creating opportunities for biomedical professionals striving to grow in their careers. Be sure to explore the links below to learn more about how they can help you take the next step in your journey.
🔹 College of Biomedical Equipment Technology – https://.cbet.edu
🔹 Uptime Health – https://uptimehealth.com
🔹 AAMI – https://www.aami.org
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FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" In this episode of Bearded Biomed, Chace Torres reflects on his journey in the biomedical field and the direction he is intentionally moving toward. He discusses the importance of continuous learning, meaningful certifications, and deliberate career planning. Chace shares why he is pursuing an MBA in healthcare management, how leadership fits into his long-term goals, and why none of it matters without maintaining balance outside of work. The episode encourages technicians to invest in their professional development, stay engaged with the community, and build careers that are sustainable, not just impressive on paper. Chapters 00:00 – Setting the Direction 02:15 – Career Growth and Aspirations 07:07 – Credentials That Matter 10:14 – Planning Ahead 13:20 – Work, Family, and Balance 16:02 – Community and What’s Next Bearded University Do you have a CBET, CHTM, CRES certification to maintain? Then check out the link to watch select episodes of the show and get issued an ACI approved CEU certificate. https://www.beardedbiomed.com/beardedceus Ohms Law Foundation Dedicated to supporting the next generation of Biomedical Equipment Technicians through scholarships, certification support, mentorship, and outreach. You can get involved by making a direct donation, purchasing apparel, or reaching out to partner with us to support the HTM community. Check out our interactive maps of biomed colleges, apprenticeship programs, and HTM associations at https://ohmslawfoundation.org A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors! We deeply appreciate the support of our incredible sponsors, who are dedicated to empowering and creating opportunities for biomedical professionals striving to grow in their careers. Be sure to explore the links below to learn more about how they can help you take the next step in your journey. 🔹 College of Biomedical Equipment Technology – https://.cbet.edu 🔹 Uptime Health – https://uptimehealth.com 🔹 AAMI – https://www.aami.org Watch the video podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLisOVWzYA0rq9UrYCz7fU7HNBjXgwc8DG