Shortly after the countdown is over and the ball drops at midnight, a new kind of excitement sinks in. If nothing else, the New Year has become synonymous with a fresh start and an opportunity to achieve new goals. We've all set New Year's resolutions before, ranging from weight loss to better spending habits, and there is little doubt that improving financial and personal health topped the list yet again in 2017. 

Unfortunately, a staggering 92 percent of people who set New Year's resolutions do not succeed in achieving them, according to Statistic Brain. While there are various reasons for not meeting goals, one reason could be the absence of a realistic plan. Advisors have a unique opportunity to help employees successfully reach their goals by providing clients with the right tools to help increase employees' overall health and financial well-being. Below are some things advisors can recommend to clients as they engage their workers on health and financial wellness topics in 2017. 

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