Quest for Guinness World Records

Guest: David Selley — Entrepreneur, Author, Guinness World Record Attemptant

Host: Kim Hayden

Theme: Life-long learning, entrepreneurship, mentorship, and creating a legacy

✨ Episode Summary

In this inspiring episode, Kim Hayden sits down with David Selley, an 87-year-old author, entrepreneur, and mentor, who is on a mission to publish an unprecedented number of books in a single year—an attempt at a Guinness World Record.

David shares the personal journey that led him to writing: the desire to preserve family stories for his grandchildren, and the motivation to create meaningful, practical guidance for readers of all ages. His books cover a wide spectrum, including:

• The Papa Series: Memoirs from his life in England, Canada, and the United States.
• Entrepreneurship & Business: Lessons from decades of invention, patents, and generational marketing.
• Marriage & Relationships: Insights from his 65-year marriage, explored in Married Forever: The Four Seasons of Marriage.
• Women & Generational Marketing: Empowering insights for navigating societal expectations and creating opportunities.

Throughout the conversation, David emphasizes lifelong learning, taking ownership of one’s life, and overcoming fear and procrastination. He also reflects on mentorship, explaining how his books can serve as guidance for younger generations navigating careers, relationships, and personal growth.

From practical business advice to personal legacy and family storytelling, this episode offers listeners a roadmap to living fully, creatively, and courageously—no matter your age.

📖 Featured Books by David Selley

• Papa Series (Life stories, family legacy)
• Entrepreneurship Series (Business insights, patents, and innovation)
• Married Forever: The Four Seasons of Marriage

🌐 Connect with David

Email [e-mail]

Website www.davidselley.net