Seeking to survive the perfect storm of stuff ... and it could save some of you a lot of pain
Release Date: 03/15/2025
Interesting Ideas with Stan (The Radio Man) Hustad - To live with Power Poise and Impact - Starting Now
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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_outlineIn my coaching throughout the years to want to be and even experienced radio people, I often said, if you can just help one person that is good and your program may have been just for them. Of course that goes against the traditional teaching which says the being on the radio and on the air is to attract as many listeners or viewers or people that you can.
That's nice if you can do that then of course you have to do that from time to time just to make it worthwhile and to make the money you need to be on the radio. But maybe just letting you know about the difficult weeks that I've had of a perfect storm of life's stuff just might be helpful to a few of you today.
Please give me 12 minutes and we'll see if we can do that!
And after doing the program I decided to give STOSH my radio robot friend the program for him to make a summary and this is what he came up with...
Surviving the Perfect Storm of Life’s Challenges
Life has a way of throwing unexpected storms our way—sometimes a perfect storm of challenges that test our patience, resilience, and ability to adapt. Recently, I found myself navigating such a storm, and I want to share my experience in the hope that it might help someone else facing similar struggles.
It started with an ambitious attempt to upgrade and expand my broadcasting capabilities. As part of my work with What It Takes Radio, I’ve been making significant updates to our software systems to enhance our radio and television outreach worldwide. Those of you who have ever worked with technology know how fickle it can be—integrating new and old systems, making things work seamlessly, and then finding out that, despite your best efforts, something inevitably goes wrong. It was frustrating, time-consuming, and costly. But just as I was working through those challenges, life threw me another curveball.
One morning after my usual mile-and-a-half walk, I noticed a strange, dull ache in my chest. I brushed it off, thinking it was nothing. But by the next day, it hadn’t gone away, and by the weekend, it had worsened. A rash appeared, and soon, I had my diagnosis: shingles. If you’ve ever had shingles, you know it’s no minor inconvenience. The pain, discomfort, and disruption it causes are significant. It completely derailed my week and forced me to slow down and focus on healing. And here’s the kicker—I had never gotten the shingles vaccine. I had assumed I didn’t need it, and now, I was paying the price.
Through all of this—the software struggles, the health scare, the forced downtime—I found myself wrestling with bigger questions. What is life really about? How should we be adapting to the rapid changes in technology, society, and even our own personal health? How do we continue to grow and evolve without getting overwhelmed by everything coming at us?
Lessons from the Storm
- Delegate Everything but Your Genius – When technology fails or we hit a wall, we don’t have to go it alone. Asking for help from those with expertise can make all the difference. I found skilled people to assist with my software issues, and with their help, we got everything up and running again.
- Health is Non-Negotiable – If I could go back in time, I would have gotten the shingles vaccine without hesitation. We often put off preventative health measures because we don’t think we need them—until we do. If you haven’t gotten your vaccine, I strongly encourage you to consider it.
- Embrace Change, Even When It’s Uncomfortable – Technology is advancing at an unprecedented rate. Those who refuse to adapt will find themselves left behind. I recently had to tell a colleague that their outdated communication methods were holding them back. It’s a tough conversation, but necessary.
- Use Challenges as a Time for Reflection – My illness forced me to slow down. Instead of fighting it, I used that time to think, pray, and strategize. Sometimes, life forces us to pause, and instead of seeing it as an obstacle, we can embrace it as an opportunity for
- clarity.
- Develop Signature Statements – In the age of branding, having key phrases or statements that define who you are and what you stand for is crucial. Looking back at my old notes, I realized I had several signature statements that I had forgotten. Now, I’m refining them and preparing to share them in an upcoming class.
Moving Forward with Purpose
Life’s storms will come—whether in the form of technical failures, health scares, or existential crises. But how we respond to them defines us.
If there’s something you’ve been putting off—whether it’s a health decision, a technological upgrade, or a personal transformation—consider this your sign to take action. We don’t always get second chances, and preparation is the best defense against life’s inevitable challenges.
Most importantly, let’s help each other. If you know someone who might benefit from a word of encouragement or practical advice, reach out to them today. A small act of kindness, a shared resource, or simply a listening ear can make all the difference.
As I sign off, I’m reminded that resilience isn’t about never facing difficulties—it’s about facing them with wisdom, courage, and the willingness to keep moving forward.
Until next time, best and blessings to you all.
- Stan the Radio Man