The Wisepreneurs Podcast Habits for Life: Dr Holly Whelan on Health, Longevity, and Success
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Episode Summary:
In this episode, Dr. Holly Whelan shares her fascinating journey from academia to the corporate world and eventually to entrepreneurship. She discusses her transition from working in the laboratory to managing global brands at Unilever and how her passion for behaviour change and health led her to co-found Habit Partners® and Younger Lives.
Holly emphasises the importance of sustainable habits, starting a business, and maintaining physical and mental well-being.
She also touches on her collaboration with major organizations like Movember and Weight Watchers and offers practical advice for older professionals looking to stay healthy and engaged in their work.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Holly’s academic background in Biology and Neuroscience
- Transition from academia to Unilever and managing global brands
- Founding Habit Partners® and Younger Lives
- Importance of sustainable habits for well-being and longevity
- Challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship
- Addressing physical and mental health for aging professionals
- Collaborations with organizations like Movember and Weight Watchers
Resources Mentioned:
- Books: Atomic Habits by James Clear
- People: Dr. Mark Cobain, Seth Godin, Joan (Train With Joan)
- Concepts: Life Age Test, Heart Age, Diabetes Age, behaviour change, habit stacking, behavioural activation
Connect with the Holly:
- Website: Younger Lives Group
- LinkedIn: Holly Whelan, PhD
- Programs:
- Life Age Test
- Heart Age
- Diabetes Age
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