Tony Prado: The Intersection of Storytelling and Life Purpose

MaxAMAZING Your Retirement with Len Hayduchok

Our vision for retirement is often too small when it should be a capstone time of enjoyment and fulfillment. Each episode explores how different interviewees flourish in this season, with reflection on strategic takeaways for our listeners.

Join Tony Prado as he shares his journey from journalism to purpose-driven communications, exploring storytelling's power, life’s deeper meaning, and how to craft a fulfilling retirement beyond finances.

In this episode, Len Hayduchok and our guest, Tony Prado discuss:

• Storytelling as a means of connection and communication
• Importance of finding deeper meaning and purpose in life
• Transitioning from journalism to communications and government roles
• Inspiring people to take action through impactful stories

Key Takeaways:

• Storytelling is a powerful tool for connecting with people on an emotional level and conveying important messages.
• Retirement should not be viewed solely as a time for leisure and enjoyment, but rather as an opportunity to align one's financial resources with a fulfilling and meaningful lifestyle.
• Transitioning between different roles and industries can be challenging, but it can also provide valuable opportunities for growth and adaptation.
• Inspiring people to take action, whether it's donating blood or engaging in community service, requires a deep understanding of their motivations and a willingness to connect with them on a personal level.

“The storytelling definitely plays a role in trying to draw people in and make them aware. And look, it's not easy. People still are not donating blood for the most part, but we're trying real hard. We don't have all the answers, but we're trying real hard."— Tony Prado

About the guest, Tony Prado:

Tony Prado is a local writer who graduated from Salesianum School in Wilmington, Delaware and went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Delaware in Newark, Delaware in 2000. His first newspaper job was as a news reporter at the Star-Gazette in Elmira, New York, before returning to Delaware to work for the Dover Post-Hockessin Community News outfit of newspapers that became part of the Gatehouse news company. He left journalism in 2013 to become director of communications for New Castle County Government, and then he landed at Blood Bank of Delmarva, where he has been for the last seven years. Tony lives in Glasgow, Delaware, with his wife and two daughters.

Connect with Tony Prado:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-prado-8598686/

Website: https://www.delmarvablood.org/

About the host, Len Hayduchok:

Len Hayduchok is a Certified Financial Planner with over 25 years of experience in the financial services profession. He is the founder and President of Dedicated Financial Services and Dedicated Senior Advisors, providing comprehensive wealth management programs to individuals in their retirement and retirement-planning years. Len is committed to advising clients based on their best interests and has extensive training in securities and life insurance. He is a graduate of the Wharton School of Business and Biblical Theological Seminary. Len is dedicated to client and community education, offering various resources and instruction on retirement-related topics.

Learn more about Len’s book:

MaxAMAZING Your Retirement: Practical Guidance for an Enjoyable and Fulfilling Capstone to Your Life

Book website: https://maxamazing.com/

The book "MaxAMAZING Your Retirement" challenges the conventional view of retirement as merely accumulating assets and emphasizes the importance of aligning financial resources with one's true values and desires. Len introduces his Life/Money System, guiding readers through a journey of self-discovery and financial planning to achieve a meaningful and fulfilling retirement.

Dedicated Financial Services (Company website): https://www.dedicatedfinancialservices.com/

CONNECT WITH LEN:

https://maxamazing.com/len-hayduchok/

Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvare