S2 E3: Finding Balance with Dr. Travis Parry

Advisor Development Show with Karl Hoover

Finding the ideal work-life balance can be difficult, especially for financial professionals. It is easy to get swept up in your work and forget to prioritize and set boundaries. Today we have Dr. Travis Parry joining us to speak on some myths about stress and productivity. He will discuss how we can approach a work-life balance in a healthier way.

At one time, Dr. Travis Parry was a financial advisor like many of us, but since then he has gone on an educational journey to learn how to address stress. We go in-depth on some of his ideas and techniques for a healthier and happier career and personal life.

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What we discuss today:

1:32 – Welcome Dr. Travis Parry

2:41 – His favorite guitar player

4:05 – ‘Achieving Balance’ book

6:59 – His experience as a financial professional

12:48 – Stress vs balance

14:00 – The myth of balance

16:49 – Finding priorities

18:46 – Setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals

20:40 – Viewing values

24:21 – The myth of productivity as a ‘magic pill’

28:00 – Using your calendar

33:00 – The myth of personal development

39:58 – Fear vs faith

42:55 – Make time method

46:37 – One life lesson