In this episode, Rachel Denson, joins special guest Makayla Pablo as she shares her inspiring journey from California to Kentucky. Makayla opens up about how she overcame the challenges of a failed romance, closed that chapter of her life, and embarked on a new and exciting journey. Discover how Makayla's resilience and determination led her to create a fresh narrative, filled with hope and new beginnings. Tune in to explore Makayla's story and find your own silver lining amidst life's twists and turns.01:30 - Who is Makayla04:30 - “We just really brought out the worst in each other”05:20 - Makayla’s Childhood05:50 - They Swiped Right10:00 - “We’re just bad for each other”13:50 - Kentucky17:30 - The Breakup21:40 - Uncommon Generosity24:15 - The Power of Honesty26:20 - No Clean Break27:45 - When People Show You Who They Are, Believe Them30:15 - Why Am I HERE?32:45 - The Blessing of a Fresh Start36:45 - Closing the Chapter39:00 - The Book on Boundaries by Melissa Urban43:45 - Look Back on Love & Cringe 😬52:15 - Release or Recommit01:01:10 - “It’s okay to not be okay. But it’s not okay to stay that way.”01:02:30 - Makayla’s Self-Care Tip of the Week01:05:20 - Rachel’s Self-Care Tip of the Week

In this special episode, Rachel takes a detour from the usual format to celebrate her husband, Chad Denson's, 35th birthday. Rachel delves into Chad's journey, tracing his path from Marine to Mechanic to “her man”, revealing the grit, determination, and resilience that define him. The episode also offers a glimpse into their shared story as a couple, highlighting the trials, triumphs, and adventures they've experienced together. With a mix of personal anecdotes, shared memories, and heartfelt reflections, Rachel and Chad provide an intimate look into their lives, making this episode a unique blend of biography, love story, and celebration.00:30 - But First, the Snooze Button04:00 - What Matters Most to You in 202406:10 - Have the Courage07:25 - Rachel’s Snooze Plan12:40 - The Microphone is LIVE14:45 - The Timing is Out of Our Hands17:20 -Ratings Warning19:00 - What are Your Dreams?21:15 - Dream or Pursuit32:40 - Can I Bring My Best Self to Others34:35 - A Mechanic’s Brain37:00 - Drive Your Own Narrative44:40 - Growing Yourself By Growing Others49:00 - The Sale Goes to Those that Show Up53:00 - Selling an Outsider55:45 - How Real Estate Got Them There01:00:00 - How You Get There Changes01:09:15 - Everything With Purpose01:13:45 - Motivation vs Vision01:20:15 - “You Need to Suffer to Grow”01:29:25 - “Rich Dad, Poor Dad”01:31:35 - Ten Years Later01:33:15 - Self-Care Tip - Unplugging

In this engaging episode of "How You Get There," host Rachel Ross Denson sits down with guest MaKayla Kim Thomas, a friend and successful fitness influencer. They share a riveting discussion about passion, motivation, and the journey to finding one's calling. MaKayla shares her personal story, shedding light on her transformation into a fitness influencer, and how her passion for health and wellness drove her to inspire others. From outsourcing to the snooze button, this discussion covers a range of topics and is full of insights for anyone seeking inspiration to follow their passion and find their true calling.00:45 - Who is MaKayla?04:00 - MaKayla’s love for Fitness06:00 - Building a Healthy Relationship with Fitness10:00 - Overcoming Self Doubt12:30 - Building to a Business Plan15:30 - The Power of Going “All In”18:45 - Motivation, Passion and Finding Your Calling24:30 - Perfecting Presentation30:50 - Time Tracking/Management43:45 - Competing or Comparing46:45 - Struggling with Success51:45 - To Outsource or Not56:15 - MaKayla’s Favorite Content58:50 - To Snooze or Not to Snooze01:03:00 - Moderation vs Abstaining01:08:10 - Rachel’s Self Care Tip01:10:00 - MaKayla’s Self Care Tip01:11:25 - Connect with MaKaylaThomasFithttps://makaylathomas.com/

In this episode Kimberly Myers, a successful entrepreneur in the real estate industry, shares valuable insights on a range of topics. Rachel and Kimberley delve into the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance while running a thriving business. They also explore the importance of defining oneself and embracing individuality in a competitive market. With engaging discussion and practical advice, this episode offers listeners a wealth of knowledge from an accomplished real estate professional about how to be a happier person in any field.02:10 - Who is Kimberly Myers?05:00 - The Power of Leverage11:45 - People That Crave Self-Development, Welcome!12:35 - How Kimberley Got There19:10 - You Teach People How to Treat You21:40 - Defining Yourself FOR Yourself25:30 - Building a Life, Not Just a Business29:10 - Earning Your Stripes31:00 - Release or Recommit: Housecleaning37:25 - Release or Recommit: 4-1-1 Goals39:30 - Forever Identity or Evolving Identity: Leadership Development41:50 - Forever Identity or Evolving Identity: Running47:10 -Atomic Habits48:00 - Gretchen Rubin’s Happiness Project49:00 - Self-Care Tip: Travel Size as Trial Size51:55 - Self-Care Tip: Helping My Future Self53:25 - Department Store Makeup Counter

In this engaging episode Rachel Denson invites podcast editor and consultant, Joel Sharpton, for an enlightening conversation about their respective podcasting journeys. Rachel shares her personal experiences and challenges she faced while launching her podcast, providing valuable insights for aspiring podcasters. Meanwhile, Joel, with his wealth of experience in podcast editing and consulting, offers expert advice the launch process and how to set achievable goals with your own show. This episode serves as a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in the podcasting world, packed with practical tips and inspiring stories.03:00 - The Value Exchange of Hosting a Podcast07:00 - How Rachel met Joel09:00 - How Joel Got Here18:00 - Serial and the Mainstreaming of Podcasts25:30 - Joel Makes it Real31:00 - What the Pandemic Did to Podcasting40:15 - The Origin of How You Get There44:30 - Podcasting 10149:45 - Why Big Tech Loves Podcasting54:00 - The Size of Podcasting Audiences56:25 - Captivate.fm59:20 - It Needs to be USEFUL01:03:20 - An Open Space for Creation01:09:30 - “Trying to do the Homemade Podcast”01:14:30 - The Possibilities are Infinite & the Roadblocks are Few01:16:30 - The Mindset Shifts A Creative Project Brings01:20:25 - Making a Decision for a Better LifeEpisode Resources:KyleDraper.comACX.comMortgage Marketing Expert PodcastMassive Agent PodcastAmplifiiMyLife.comCaptivate.fmJoel@ProPodcastingServices.com

In this empowering episode of "How You Get There," host Rachel Ross Denson is joined by guest Maci Hicks to delve into their "24 for 2024" lists. Rather than traditional resolutions, these lists represent actionable steps both women plan to take in the new year to achieve their multifaceted goals, spanning personal, business, and other areas of life. During their discussion, Denson and Hicks share insights into their goal-setting process, emphasizing the importance of concrete actions over vague intentions. This episode serves as a motivational guide, inspiring listeners to approach their own goals with strategic planning and determination.01:00 - The Basis for Friendship03:00 - Jumping Into the Deep End of Friendship05:50 - Rachel’s Hopes for How You Get There07:45 - Maci’s Leap of Faith10:15 - The Word of the Year is Pivot13:10 - The Four Tendencies18:00 - Not Accountability, Camaraderie19:45 - Maci’s Word of the Year is Structure21:00 - Rachel’s Word of the Year is Rachel24:45 - “Have at least one sober month in 2024”25:50 - “Start every day reading the Bible before I read or listen to anything else”29:00 - “Redo my Honeymoon”34:00 - “Get through my non-fiction book stack”34:50 - “Journal every weekday”36:00 - “Stay signed up for a race, and always be training”41:15 - “Read 24 books in 2024”41:45 - “Podcast every working week”42:40 - “Spend more time outside”44:10 - “Make a pot on a pottery wheel”45:25 - “Save money in place of a future car payment”49:00 - “Finish Mortgage Playbook and execute”50:20 - “Wake up in time for breakfast, journalling and Bible BEFORE work”52:20 - “Have a Rachel weekend getaway”53:30 - “Create my own cookbook”55:30 - “Take a deer with my bow”57:40 - “Get a juicer”01:01:00 - “Visit Camille in Idaho”/“Visit Callie in Texas”01:02:30 - “Stay better connected with my people”01:02:55 - “Drink more water”01:05:40 - “Replant my hydrangea bushes”01:07:40 - “Pickup my house daily”01:08:15 - “Play pickleball”01:09:25 - “Vacuum my bathroom at least two times a week”01:10:45 - “Go to a Zumba class”01:13:25 - “Have my cortisol levels checked”01:14:15 - “30 Days of a Cold Shower Experiment”01:17:00 - “Start taking a good multi-vitamin”01:17:50 - “Make a 300 Things List”01:19:10 - “Got to at least one play in 2024”01:20:40 - “Choose one new reduce/reuse/recycle item”01:22:50 - “Start listening to a new podcast”01:23:00 - “Have an ‘off-the-grid’ getaway”01:25:30 - “Give one compliment a day”01:27:35 - “Take an ADHD test”01:28:50 - “Take more pictures”01:31:45 - “Do a Well-Care visit”01:33:00 - “Know how to pay all the bills”01:33:55 - “Attempt to read every book from my book club”01:36:20 - “Scan all my receipts”01:37:25 - “Go back to therapy”01:38:55 - “Read the book Atomic Habits”01:39:25 - “Have my earrings and necklace made from family jewels”01:40:00 - “Get my savings account back to pre-wedding/pre-home purchase levels”01:40:30 - “Get a new credit card for better points”01:41:20 - “Decorate my foyer”01:42:00 - “Use or lose subscriptions”

In this episode of "How You Get There," Rachel Denson takes listeners on a reflective journey through her past resolutions and goals. As she prepares her ambitious "24 for 2024" list, Rachel revisits her past objectives, discussing successes, lessons learned, and the evolution of her goal-setting approach. This introspective episode provides valuable insights on personal growth and the importance of setting clear, achievable goals. It serves as an inspiring guide for listeners preparing to set their own goals for the future.00:50 - Finding Yourself in a Funk02:15 - Putting it Off ‘Til the New Year03:15 - Gretchen Rubin’s Happier Podcast04:45 - Walking You Through My Journey05:30 - The Notebook09:00 - 2019 Big Things12:45 - Manifesting Flexibility in Body and Mind21:10 - Bathtub Wishes23:15 - Losing the Sun26:25 - 2023’s Resolutions36:00 - Rachel’s 2023 Business Goal40:00 - Go Outside!42:30 - Scheduling Your Workload50:00 - The 24 for 2024 Coming NEXT!

In the debut episode of "How You Get There," host Rachel Denson invites her friend and micro-influencer, Morgan Carter, to discuss the long-term aspirations for the podcast. Rachel shares her vision of creating a platform that not only informs and entertains but also fosters a supportive community. She envisions a space where listeners can share their journeys, learn from each other, and feel empowered to pursue their own goals. This inaugural episode sets the tone for what's to come, promising engaging conversations, insightful guests, and a nurturing environment for personal growth and development.00:55 - How WE Got HERE04:30 - Who is Morgan Carter06:30 - Following Dreams Not Parents10:15 - Taking the Leap13:20 - Who Is an Influencer16:15 - The Microinfluencer20:00 - What Value Can You Provide to Followers23:30 - Forced to the Sidelines30:50 - Managing Your Workload and Schedule37:50 - Does Morgan Snooze41:45 - 3 Pillars for a Great Day for Morgan44:30 - Careful with Compliments48:00 - How to Work with Morgan

Do you have people in your life that seem to be doing it all and you wonder how in the world they make it happen?  I have chosen to surround myself with friends, mentors, and influential figures who make me ask this question regularly.  Instead of wondering, I've started asking.How You Get There is a space where we have intentional, vulnerable conversations and demystify the secret sauce. Then we unpack exactly how much hard work and sacrifice it takes to get where you want to be in your life.  Sometimes, that may be as simple as figuring out how someone wakes up without snoozing in the morning, but other times it will be how in the world did they turn that side hustle into an empire.We all have dreams of reaching goals and making our fantasy lifestyles our reality.  Let's talk abou How You Get There together.After a life crisis at 22 fueled by a failed career path, health issues, and a complete loss of my sense of self I have been on an endless journey of self disovery to purposefully craft the ever evolving life of my dreams.  Since then I have found fulfilment, purpose, and confidence like never before, but the crazy part is my circumstances didn't change ALL that much from the outside looking in--especially not at first. I believe we can all create extrodinary experiences from intentional choices in all moments of our ordinary lives.  It doesn't take a life alterning event for you to change your own life.  Lets ask questions that most are afraid to and push each other to actually build the life we dream about.