Balancing Business and Personal Well-Being for Financial Advisors with Stevyn Guinnip

In this episode of the ModelFA Podcast, David sits down with Stevyn Guinnip, a health expert for financial advisors. They discuss the importance of prioritizing health and wellness in achieving overall success, and how advisors can balance their professional and personal lives. Stevyn shares her personal journey and the lessons she's learned about the long-term impact of stress, sleep, and nutrition on health and well-being. The conversation also covers the benefits of proactive healthcare, the impact of personal health on professional success, and simple habits that can lead to better health. Listeners will walk away with actionable tips and strategies to improve their own health and wellness, and ultimately, their overall quality of life.

This week on The Model FA Podcast:

0:00 - 1:24: Introduction to the episode and guest Stevyn Guinnip

1:24 - 2:01: Stevyn's background and connection to the financial industry

2:01 - 3:49: Discussion on the different definitions of success and the importance of balancing business, health, family, and personal well-being

3:49 - 8:47: Stevyn's personal journey and the pivotal moment when her father turned down a promotion to prioritize his family and health

8:47 - 15:36: Stevyn's experience with a health crisis and the lessons she learned about the long-term impact of stress, sleep, and nutrition on health and well-being

15:36 - 21:28: The importance of proactive healthcare, the impact of personal health on professional success, and the gradual decline in men's testosterone levels

21:28 - 26:53: Simple habits for better health, including drinking water, walking, and weight training, and the benefits of incorporating these habits into daily routines

26:53 - 32:07: The power of saying "yes" and starting small, and the recommendation of the book "Outlive" by Dr. Peter Attia

32:07 - 37:12: Stevyn's upcoming book "How To Grow Wealthy" and the importance of prevention and self-care in achieving overall success

Connect with Stevyn:

• Website: www.growwellthy.com

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevyn-guinnip/

• Email: stevyn@growwellthy.com

About the Model FA Podcast

The Model FA podcast is a show for fiduciary financial advisors. In each episode, our host David DeCelle sits down with industry experts, strategic thinkers, and advisors to explore what it takes  to build a successful practice — and have an abundant life in the process. We believe in continuous learning, tactical advice, and strategies that work — no “gotchas” or BS. Join us to hear stories from successful financial advisors, get actionable ideas from experts, and re-discover your drive to build the practice of your dreams. 

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