Episode 163 - Steve Seidel - Telling Stories That Heal: How Steve Seidel Turned Pain into Purpose Through Media and Mentorship

This episode: Telling Stories That Heal: How Steve Seidel Turned Pain into Purpose Through Media and Mentorship.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:

Introduction (0:03)

• Host Drew Deraney thanks the person who introduced him to Guest Steve Seidel and gives a shout-out to Lynn Winter for her work on happiness mapping.
• Drew introduces the concept of life being linear until external circumstances derail it, leading to choices on how to handle adversity.

Types of Men and Adversity (1:16)

• Drew describes three types of men: one who doesn't notice adversity, one who blames others, and one who sees adversity as an opportunity for growth.
• He introduces Steve Seidel as an example of the third type of man who uses adversity to become stronger.
• Steve Seidel shares his background, including his upbringing in a divorced family and his early life as a people pleaser.
• Steve recounts two defining moments: his layoff from Motorola and the death of his father, which led him to pursue a career in storytelling and media.

Personal Growth and Career Transition (21:41)

• Steve talks about his move to New York to pursue a career in creativity and storytelling.
• He shares the impact of his father's death on his personal growth and his role as a father figure to his younger brothers.
• Steve discusses the importance of hard work and problem-solving, influenced by his parents' careers.
• He reflects on his journey from being a people pleaser to developing resilience and finding his voice in media and storytelling.

Building a Media Agency (22:37)

• Steve explains how his experience in storytelling and media led to the creation of his media agency.
• He describes the four-part framework his agency uses: mission, media, movement, and impact.
• Steve shares his experience of moving to Lexington, Kentucky, during the pandemic and the challenges of starting a virtual agency.
• He talks about the support group he started, "Jen's Journey," to help other men navigate adversity and find connection.

Impact of Personal Losses (23:09)

• Steve recounts the loss of his stepfather and father and how it shaped his perspective on life and fatherhood.
• He shares the story of his mother's passing and the emotional impact it had on him and his family.
• Steve reflects on the importance of legacy and leaving a positive impact on his children and others.
• He discusses the role of...