Jonathan Jansen is only 28 years old but he has already had a lifetime of experience. His was no ordinary childhood, which in hindsight propelled him to do so much in such a short space of time.
At an early age he got into gaming which lead to computer programming and selling his first business for over $100k US while still at school.
Choosing not to go to university, Jonathan quickly climbed the ranks at his company. Life was looking very bright until a medical event on his 21st left him with only months to live.
In this interview we hear Jonathan’s unique story and the lessons that he has learnt. Incredibly he beat the odds and survived his terminal illness and has gone on to further success.
A truly unique journey with a lot of wisdom gained from a remarkable individual.
Watch the full interview on YouTube or listen to it in two parts.
Part 1
0:36 Jonathan’s involvement in e-sports.
10:00 Growing up and getting into gaming.
18:16 Bunking school.
25:40 Setting up his first business
31:15 Getting his first job.
35:14 A medical event!
Part 2
Video times/Audio times
36:08/0:47 Seizure.
39:20/4:00 Surgery.
46:18/11:00 How it changed him.
51:52/16:40 Back to the old job.
58:16/21:50 e-Sports.
1:02/26:50 Secrets to his success.
1:04/28:50 What to do to be successful.