Our client went from solo veterinarian to owner of two highly successful equine sports medicine practices — Dr. Chad Hewlett has built what most only dream about.
In this raw conversation, Dr. Chad shares the real mindset, attitude, and commitment it takes to scale a business while creating the life you actually want.
No fluff. No theory.
This is a high-achiever who’s done it — talking about earning work-life balance, building systems that free you up, staying fully present, and refusing to settle.
If you’re tired of just surviving and want to thrive as a business owner, this episode is a must-watch.
Takeaways
- Being present in the moment enhances effectiveness and satisfaction.
- Work-life balance is about priorities and being all in when necessary.
- Passion and pride in your work lead to better results and fulfillment.
- You can achieve greatness at any age with the right mindset.
- Living without regrets requires intentional effort and presence.
- Success is a marathon, not a sprint, and requires consistent effort.
- Your attitude towards work and life shapes your overall happiness.
- Investing in relationships and experiences enriches your life.
- You control your narrative by how you choose to live.
- Continuous self-awareness helps in making better life choices.
Chapters
00:00 The urgency of choosing your approach to business andlife
00:19 The myth of work-life balance and its limitations
01:14 Understanding stress versus exhaustion in athletes
02:18 The importance of earning your work-life balance
03:13 Living life to the fullest and the role of passion
04:09 The stress of financial struggles versus work effort
05:34 Political and social perspectives on government andindependence
07:20 Divergence of urban and rural values and beliefs
09:26 The importance of making intentional choices in votingand life
11:48 The significance of being present with loved ones
15:08 The concept of work and passion in professional life
16:35 Priorities and signals in life that guide our choices
17:34 The story of a client’s passing and life reflections
18:31 Living in the moment and the value of experiences
22:05 Redefining work-life balance through presence andeffort
23:10 The importance of earning your balance and financialstability
26:00 The value of working hard and playing hard
28:46 The danger of sacrificing principles for quick success
30:15 The mindset of pro athletes and entrepreneurs
32:28 The opportunity for success at any age
37:24 The pitfalls of false work-life balance promises
39:43 The importance of pride and passion in work
41:28 The value of mentorship and developing new talent
44:20 The significance of being all in and fully present
46:48 Living without regrets and making the most of moments
50:22 The importance of sacrifice and long-term vision
55:42 The role of experiences and living intentionally
58:49 The impact of focus and presence on effectiveness
01:00:16 The importance of pride and passion in professionallife
Host is Greg Forzani.
Our guest is Dr. Chad Hewlett, Practice Owner and Veterinarian, Energy Equine and Synergy Equine Veterinary www.EnergyEquine.ca
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