The simple two words that might make for a much better year for you and me!
Release Date: 02/25/2025
"Stan what do we do now, the Pope's been shot!" ... A Story from long ago...
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With some life lessons about communication and the power of point of the moment radio and television in today's world. Right now there are hundreds of programs and broadcast features about the passing of Pope Francis. And we note that and comment on some of the life lessons for the man who died the day after Easter. Probably just as he wanted. However many years ago the Pope then almost died in an assassination attempt in Saint Peter's square when a loan gunman tried to kill him. I was on worldwide radio that very day and it was a very challenging and interesting story and day and I learned a...
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On this Good Friday may I share with you some of the wisdom(?} of Pontius Pilate?
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This whole day is full of life and business lessons about the state of our world not only 2000 some years ago but right now. Whether you are a believer or not, the lessons about group psychology, leadership, and how we live our lives with our hopes and fears and what we do when faced with difficult decisions, all come to bear and the stories and truths are told. And I am going to be so bold to suggest that there is something that we can learn that's very significant from what happened that day from the bad guy himself, Pontius Pilate ... This will challenge you in many ways, I guarantee it!...
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Did a Jew finding Jesus teach us a great lesson about life and business?
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Well that was not necessarily meant to catch your attention but I hope it did. We're not trying to be funny or put anybody off it's just that it is a significant and true story. There is a famous Jewish performer who had a period in his life in which he was an admirer of Jesus. Like any performer what you admire may influence your life and your business and your music and your art. Well that is the story and it's not only a good song it's a great lesson in life and business and if we don't understand it we will seldom find true success. So I think it might be worth 15 minutes of your time to...
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To live life well you might have to learn the lesson of the Birds and the Snakes
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No this is not meant to be Clickbait. It's actually a pretty profound lesson from a very profound teacher and character. In fact another wise teacher and character of modern times says it's probably one of the most important lessons to learn in life. Well then it's worth 15 minutes of your time to join me in a conversation, and I know you will have one either as you talk back to me or perhaps talk to a friend or someone else about what we're talking about. This is challenging stuff but it might be just the stuff you need to make it in this world that is very tough, tough indeed, right now!
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Could it be that the real purpose of money is to acquire wisdom!
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I can hear you right now. You are saying out loud or to yourself, what the heck does that mean. Money is money and it's how I make a living, how I get the things that I need to live, it's how I pay my bills, That's what the purpose of money is. What's this fluff stuff about wisdom? I fully understand that feeling because in some cases I have the same feeling. I think, "Stan maybe this stuff is stupid. But I don't think so and so if you'll give me a few minutes I would at least like the opportunity to explain it to myself again and to hear from you what you think because maybe it's one of those...
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It's an old Brooklyn baseball story and about a bright new young colleague with the same name!
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This is really just for fun but it's a bit serious and we are introducing not only a fun story, but some new ideas that might be helpful and useful to a lot of young adults who are just beginning to enter the marketplace and trying to build a career. So let me as the old man in the story, tell my old baseball story and then about the wonderful friend and colleague who is come into my life and with whom I am looking forward to working with. I am really lucky!
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Should my Jewish and Tesla owner friends start carrying a gun?
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Well I hope not but that might be a wise thing to consider. And I am sure that many others are doing just that. This is April 1 and I'm not fooling around about anything. I am discovering that we are going to be in for some real turbulence in life and business and perhaps we need to know how to handle things and take advantage of other things in this time of turbulence, transitions, and possible transformations, So please give me just 15 minutes to challenge your thinking and perhaps see if I can help you do some things that will make things better for you... Because I think I can. Now let me...
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How to make sure that you are unbreakable in a world full of AI robots!
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Every day the insecurity grows for every person in terms of their life and business as a result of the changes that are taking place both in the mass marketing media and in the way the creative work can be done using the curative power of the AI robots and their platforms that are now growing by leaps and bounds. They are going to break a a lot of things so as I began the week I just took a wild background and took a wild stab at suggesting a few things that might help you have a little more confidence and courage as you go in this world of crisis and challenge,
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Some ways to make sure that the AI robot is is not smarter than you! How wise are you?
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I would like to explore something I learned a while ago and some thing I want to better understand and to share with others... What does it mean to be wise?... And how can I better understand that and acquire this significant human virtue. Because wisdom matters. I would like to have a conversation with my transformation colleagues about the acquiring powerful sources of wisdom might be helpful in our life and in our business. I am hoping some of the things I've discovered and want to talk about can help us all not only do better in life and be better in serving others. And just maybe that is...
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The Power of Signature Style: Maybe you can be unique different and powerful and not so fearful!
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In a world dominated by AI, automation, and endless digital noise, how do you stand out? How do you ensure that your voice, your work, and your presence remain distinct and memorable? The answer lies in something both simple and profound: your signature style. Your signature style isn’t just about what you wear or how you sign your name—it’s about the unique ways you speak, the phrases you use, the stories you tell, and the little habits that make you unmistakably you. This is how you carve a space for yourself in an increasingly crowded world. And if you want even more information after...
info_outlineYes very simply I was reminded on this 25th of February of some old-fashioned wisdom that just might be as useful today and tomorrow as it will be forever. It's just 15 minutes but it might encourage you to be a better person and do better things just a little bit today,
And I asked my robot to put together a little summary of what the program is all about and this is what the robot came up with....
Promises Kept: The Power of Keeping Your Word
Why Honoring Commitments Can Change Your Life
In this episode of What It Takes Radio, host Stan Houston reflects on a simple yet powerful idea—promises kept. He explores how life, in many ways, can be distilled down to the commitments we make and whether or not we follow through on them. From personal experiences to spiritual insights, the episode serves as both a challenge and an encouragement to be people of integrity and reliability.
Key Takeaways
- Keeping promises builds trust – Whether in personal relationships or professional endeavors, the ability to keep one's word defines character and credibility.
- Trust the process – Sometimes, promises don’t unfold the way we expect. Faith, patience, and persistence are essential when outcomes seem uncertain.
- Life is full of turbulence, but also opportunity – Challenges and disruptions can either knock us down or open new doors. Keeping commitments during turbulent times can set us apart as reliable and trustworthy individuals.
- Disappointments are inevitable, but we can be different – People will let us down, but we can choose to be the exception by following through on our own commitments.
- K-Y-W: Keep Your Word – A simple yet profound principle to live by, one that can positively impact every area of life.
Conclusion: A Call to Action
This episode is a reminder that integrity isn’t just a virtue—it’s a choice we make every day. When we honor our commitments, we contribute to a world where trust, reliability, and generosity thrive.
So, as we move forward in this year, let’s ask ourselves: What promises have we made that we need to fulfill? What commitments can we honor today?
By keeping our word, we can make a real difference—not just for ourselves, but for those around us. Let’s make this a year defined by promises kept.
Stan Houston invites you to join the conversation. Reach out at [email protected] and share your thoughts on how keeping your word has shaped your