Choosing the Right Hard: Leadership, Ironman, and Family Balance with Kevin Shtofman

Choosing the Right Hard: Leadership, Ironman, and Family Balance with Kevin Shtofman

What if balance isn’t about doing less, but choosing the right kind of hard? On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, hosted by Yusuf, software executive and endurance athlete Kevin Shtofman shares how he trains for an Ironman while leading global teams and raising three young children.

This episode is for high performers who want ambition without burnout. Kevin breaks down how discipline, early-morning routines, and intentional trade-offs create mental clarity, better leadership, and stronger family presence—without sacrificing what matters most.

About the Guest: Kevin Shtofman is a C-level software executive leading global teams of over 100 employees. He is currently training for a full Ironman while balancing leadership and family life with three young children.

Episode Chapters: 00:00 – Redefining balance: Choosing the right hard 04:30 – Why Ironman became the goal 08:30 – Health, wealth, and intentional trade-offs 13:50 – The power of simply showing up 18:00 – Family first: Real-life boundaries 21:00 – Consistency over perfection 22:20 – Take the first step

Key Takeaways:

  • A compelling goal builds discipline and structure.

  • Morning routines amplify focus and decision-making.

  • Say “no” or “not now” to protect energy.

  • Show up even when motivation dips.

  • Consistency beats perfect execution.

How to Connect With the Guest: Find Kevin Shtofman on LinkedIn

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