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Summary
In this episode, Rachel Spekman — known as the “coach of coaches” — explores what it takes to break free from a predictable life and build a future aligned with your values. She shares practical strategies for identifying the gap between where you are and where you want to be, from making one-degree shifts to understanding the difference between comfort, stretch, and panic zones. Rachel and Anthony discuss the sacrifices, mindset shifts, and daily practices that transform frustration into growth, and how small, intentional changes can unlock a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
Special Guest
Rachel Spekman is a coach, educator, and founder of Made for More Coaching. With two decades of experience in business and personal development, she helps clients move from being soul-drained to soul-aligned by focusing on intentional choices, financial clarity, and consistent action. Her approach combines coaching, therapy principles, and startup-tested strategies to help individuals and teams create futures beyond the predictable path.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Rachel Spekman and Coaching Philosophy
00:05 - Breaking Free from a Predictable Life
00:38 - The Importance of Recognizing What Needs to Change
01:29 - Balancing Personal Aspirations with Family Responsibilities
02:55 - Understanding the Concept of a "Good Heart"
07:24 - Making Calculated Risks and Incremental Changes
09:59 - Navigating Career Transitions Responsibly
11:34 - The Power of Financial Planning and Personal Values
14:40 - Teaching Children About Personal Growth and Empathy
16:58 - Generational Shifts in Awareness and Communication
20:00 - Reconnecting with Your Soul in Professional Life
22:05 - Embracing Your Unique Path and Overcoming Fear
25:06 - The Importance of Not Taking Things Personally
27:50 - Controlling Your Narrative and Emotional Responses
32:41 - The Control Circle Exercise: Understanding What You Can Influence
38:29 - Creating a Personal Map for Future Goals
43:49 - Overcoming Structural Barriers to Personal Growth
49:14 - Closing Remarks and How to Connect with Rachel
RACHEL'S INFO:
Website: https://rachelspekman.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelspekman/
Podmatch: https://podmatch.com/guestdetail/madeformorecoaching
PODCAST INFO:
Website:
https://FutureFactory.live
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549
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In this episode, Rachel Spekman — known as the “coach of coaches” — explores what it takes to break free from a predictable life and build a future aligned with your values. She shares practical strategies for identifying the gap between where you are and where you want to be, from making one-degree shifts to understanding the difference between comfort, stretch, and panic zones. Rachel and Anthony discuss the sacrifices, mindset shifts, and daily practices that transform frustration into growth, and how small, intentional changes can unlock a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
Special Guest
Rachel Spekman is a coach, educator, and founder of Made for More Coaching. With two decades of experience in business and personal development, she helps clients move from being soul-drained to soul-aligned by focusing on intentional choices, financial clarity, and consistent action. Her approach combines coaching, therapy principles, and startup-tested strategies to help individuals and teams create futures beyond the predictable path.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Rachel Spekman and Coaching Philosophy
00:05 - Breaking Free from a Predictable Life
00:38 - The Importance of Recognizing What Needs to Change
01:29 - Balancing Personal Aspirations with Family Responsibilities
02:55 - Understanding the Concept of a "Good Heart"
07:24 - Making Calculated Risks and Incremental Changes
09:59 - Navigating Career Transitions Responsibly
11:34 - The Power of Financial Planning and Personal Values
14:40 - Teaching Children About Personal Growth and Empathy
16:58 - Generational Shifts in Awareness and Communication
20:00 - Reconnecting with Your Soul in Professional Life
22:05 - Embracing Your Unique Path and Overcoming Fear
25:06 - The Importance of Not Taking Things Personally
27:50 - Controlling Your Narrative and Emotional Responses
32:41 - The Control Circle Exercise: Understanding What You Can Influence
38:29 - Creating a Personal Map for Future Goals
43:49 - Overcoming Structural Barriers to Personal Growth
49:14 - Closing Remarks and How to Connect with Rachel
RACHEL'S INFO:
Website: https://rachelspekman.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelspekman/
Podmatch: https://podmatch.com/guestdetail/madeformorecoaching
PODCAST INFO:
Website:
https://FutureFactory.live
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6
Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549
Amazon Music:
https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory
FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast
TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1
ANTHONY'S SOCIAL:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3
Find great guests at PodMatch
https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast
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