The RIGHT Way To Do "Work-Life Balance" | Jim Sheils
Release Date: 05/20/2025
The High Performance LIFE
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Jim is the founder of 18 Summers, a movement that helps families deepen their relationships through intentional time, powerful experiences, and lasting memories.
Jim is also a successful real estate investor and entrepreneur who, after seeing how many business leaders were thriving at work but disconnected at home, became passionate about helping families reconnect—starting with his own.
In our conversation, we explore the importance of being fully present with the people who matter most. We discuss how building a strong family foundation can not only enhance your personal life, but actually fuel your professional success.
Jim shares how “family board meetings” have changed the way thousands of parents connect with their children and why adventures are more impactful than lectures.
We also talk about generational wealth, raising kids with core values, breaking generational patterns, and how to move from consuming personal development content to actually living it.
If you’re a high performer striving for both success and significance, this episode is for you.
Key Points
• Relationships are key to true success
• Integrating family and business is essential
• One-on-one time with kids builds trust
• Experiences create deeper bonds than lectures
• Being present at home impacts your leadership
• Core values shape a family legacy