Juanita Causey
Juanita Causey was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada. At the age of 8, her father died in an accident and she along with 7 siblings were raised with meager means with their mother having to work 2 or 3 jobs to support a family of 8 children. When Juanita was 16, she moved with her mother to Corpus Christi, Texas where her mother got a job in nursing at a major hospital. Juanita got married and had 2 children in Corpus Christi before moving to Houston where she went to work for a bank. After nearly 6 years in the banking business, she decided to start a new career as a Financial Planner/Advisor. In 1994, she went to work for John Hancock Financial Group where she received training and support for the first few years of her new career. In 2000, Juanita Causey decided to start her own company “Houston Financial Center” and became a completely independent financial planner/advisor. She has grown her practice over the years and currently employs three full time and one part time employee to help her manage over 1,000 clients that she has accumulated over the past 24 plus years. Juanita has a passion for helping people secure their financial future. She learned first-hand how difficult life can be on a widow and children when a spouse dies without enough life insurance to keep the family in their own world. It’s her passion that has helped her build a successful practice where she is ranked among the top 2% of all Insurance & Financial Professionals worldwide as stated by the Million Dollar Roundtable where she consistently qualifies as Top of the Table. Her passion has also drawn her to constant study to be the best that she can be in her profession. For this reason, she has 7 significant professional designations, namely, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, AIF®, CAP®, CASL® and LUTCF which places her among very few advisors that have reached this level of professional education. Although Juanita Causey has achieved many awards and much recognition for her accomplishments, she says her greatest achievement is the close relationships that she has developed with her many clients, most of whom she considers her best friends.
WHAT IS YOUR HOBBY?
My favorite hobby is participating in group exercise programs at my gym. They include Zumba, Kick Boxing, Pilates, Yoga, STEP, Body Works and Power Circuit. In addition to being involved in group exercise, I like swimming, cycling and going on long walks.
HOW DID YOU GET STARTED WITH THIS Hobby? WHAT INSPIRED YOU?
For about 9 years, my mother was in a nursing home with limited physical ability to get around due to a fall and a couple of strokes. In addition to working long hours in my business, I visited her almost every day and would take her on walks in her wheelchair which she enjoyed. Over time, the long hours and lack of sleep ran me down to the point of exhaustion. After she passed away, I decided to start taking better care of myself and used the extra time to start exercising, swimming, etc. I had a gym membership for many years, but before my mother passed away, I had little time to use it.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT it?
I really enjoy the camaraderie that is developed in group exercise as well as the extra incentive it gives me to give it my all. It’s much more fun working hard in a group, than on your own. It also gives me a sense of pride that I am doing something that is good for me.
Are there any groups you’re a part of or events that you attend related to your hobby?
Since I have been working out regularly, I have also done volunteer work for a non-profit group that assists with gymnastics scholarships for children with disabilities, both mental and physical, as well as children from poor families that could not otherwise afford gymnastics memberships. I have since become a board member for this non-profit foundation.
HAVE YOU INVESTED IN ANY GEAR OR EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR HOBBY? IF SO, WHAT?
Other than my gymnasium membership and workout clothes, my investment in equipment has been limited to a bicycle and a few hand weights that I sometimes use when walking.
WHERE DO YOU BUY MOST OF YOUR SUPPLIES?
I don’t buy equipment or supplies at any particular place. The clothes and shoes are purchases at various stores in the mall. The bicycle and weights were purchased at a local sporting goods store.
Are There any good books for beginners?
I have not personally read many books on exercise, but there are literally thousands of books on this subject. I have gained knowledge about the various programs from the gym and from various articles and sties on the internet, but not any one in particular.
HOW HAS THIS CHANGED YOUR LIFE?
This regular exercise has made me feel better, both physically and mentally. I have more stamina, my blood pressure has gone down, my weight is controlled and I feel proud that I am able to keep up with others in my groups that are much younger than I am. I know I am healthier as a result.
WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR OTHERS STARTING OUT WITH THIS HOBBY?
Start by getting a physical exam and permission from our doctor to start an exercise program. Then check out the gyms in your area and inquire about their group exercise programs. Some gyms have very few and others have many. Some charge extra fees and others do not, so take your time and shop for a good gym that is convenient to your home or work so you will have time to go. Then try it out before you make a long term commitment or spend too much money on clothes, shoes, gym memberships, etc.
Another hobby is spending time with my grandchildren, taking them to parks, the zoo, museums and places that children like. I love to do kid stuff with them. I often keep them overnight to give their parents a break. I have accumulated a lot of kid stuff at my home so we can play together when they stay over.
ARE THERE ANY OTHER HOBBIES YOU HAVE?
A third hobby that I enjoy is traveling with my husband. He is a renowned scientist and visits many parts of the world giving lectures and presentations. By joining him, I have had the opportunity to visit many cities around the world which are too numerous to list at this time. While he is working, I use my time to walk many miles around the cities, vising points of interest and learning about the various cultures. I feel that this has given me a vast amount of knowledge, wisdom and understanding that most people are never able to attain.
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