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Ever wondered how small decisions can shape your life? Here’s what I learned from my journey:
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Life is a series of tiny pivots. Each choice, every chance encounter nudges us in a direction we may not even foresee.
I grew up in London, never imagining I’d find my path in the U.S. My co-author Helmut and I often reflect on this—our journeys were anything but obvious.
The real essence of planning isn’t just about mapping out your future; it’s about participating actively in life, staying curious, and being brave enough to take leaps of faith. Like my friend Roman, who moved to America to pursue soccer without a clear plan B.
Kierkegaard once said, "Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards."
Let’s embrace the uncertainty and navigate life’s twists together. What’s your take on this journey of chance and choices?
Full episode in bio!
👉 Tag someone who needs to hear this!
Life is a series of tiny pivots. Each choice, every chance encounter nudges us in a direction we may not even foresee.
I grew up in London, never imagining I’d find my path in the U.S. My co-author Helmut and I often reflect on this—our journeys were anything but obvious.
The real essence of planning isn’t just about mapping out your future; it’s about participating actively in life, staying curious, and being brave enough to take leaps of faith. Like my friend Roman, who moved to America to pursue soccer without a clear plan B.
Kierkegaard once said, "Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards."
Let’s embrace the uncertainty and navigate life’s twists together. What’s your take on this journey of chance and choices?
Full episode in bio!
Creators and Guests
Host
Helmut Schuster
Dr Schuster is a dual Austrian/British citizen who lives in London, UK. He is the former Group HR Director of BP PLC and Chairman of the Board for Ivocar Vivadent. He currently serves on the board of several dynamic start-up businesses including ExpectAI, a Greentech enterprise. Helmut is an active entrepreneur, investor, and frequent contributor to leadership and AFS Cultural programs. He completed his PhD in Economics from the University of Vienna.
Guest
Roman Schindler
Born in Vienna, Austria, Roman Schindler is an accomplished athlete, fitness expert, and author. He began playing soccer at age seven, eventually earning a full Division 1 athletic scholarship to Bradley University in Illinois. There, he led the Braves in scoring and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree, specializing in human health and nutrition.In 2021, Schindler gained national recognition when he was crowned Mister Austria. He successfully leveraged his platform to launch a thriving career in Vienna as a certified mental coach and personal trainer, focusing on physical regeneration and building mental resilience. Combining his athletic background with a strong mindset philosophy, Schindler also authored the motivational book "Die unsichtbare Achterbahn," inspiring others to navigate life's challenges with discipline, patient work, and consistency.
What is The Drs S&O Podcast: The Power of Stories?
Hosted by the writing collaboration Drs Schuster & Oxley, this show focuses on how story telling can be such a powerful source of inspiration in our professional lives. Each episode shares an entertaining story, often provided by a notable business leader. The power of stories is an entertaining, fun, uplifting podcast designed to help professionals in all walks of life find answers to imponderable questions and smile while they do so.