33 | Why the Mortgage Industry Is the Ultimate Career Change for Driven Young Professionals with Rachel Robole

Hey there, Rainmakers! How do you go from planning weddings to building a powerhouse mortgage business doing nearly $50 million, all by the age of 28, while raising two babies, moving three times with your active-duty husband, and running a family team? That’s exactly what my guest, Rachel Robole has done. Rachel’s story is a masterclass in drive, resilience, and vision. She shares how she left behind her “dream job” in event planning, discovered the life-changing impact of homeownership, and jumped into the mortgage business alongside her father. Together, they set out to do $36 million this year — and they’re on track to blow past $50 million! What I love about Rachel is her clarity of purpose. She knows she’s building a legacy, not just a business. She’s navigating the messy middle of motherhood, leadership, and growth — and doing it with a mindset that every Rainmaker needs to hear. 💡 What we cover in this episode: The turning point that led Rachel from wedding planning to mortgages How she balances military life, motherhood, and mortgage success Why she believes in “stewarding her gifts” and leaving people bigger than she found them Building a family team with her dad and sister — and the lessons learned The power of Catalyst coaching, micro-decisions, and staying consistent in the chaos Rachel’s approach to networking as a Trust Builder and connector Rachel is proof that with clarity, discipline, and heart, you can build a thriving business while living a full life. Are you ready to make it rain? Let’s do this! Guest Links: Rachel’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/rachelrobole_mortgage/reels/ Rachel’s AnnieMac Page: www.annie-mac.com/lo/rachelrobole/?associate=true Rachel’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rachelrobole Are you ready to finally break through your limits, execute with confidence, and achieve the life you know you’re capable of? Catalyst is the ultimate community-driven execution system designed to keep you focused, accountable, and moving forward. Enrollment is open, but not for long. Don’t miss your chance! Grab your spot at shaylagifford.com/catalyst . Connect with Shayla: Shayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaygiff/ Shayla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayla-gifford-3019396/ Show Links: Shayla's Website: https://shaylagifford.com/ The Mortgage Rainmaker Podcast: https://shaylagifford.com/podcast/ The Catalyst Coaching Community: https://shaylagifford.com/catalyst/ Guild Mortgage: https://www.guildmortgage.com/