Take it and Run
Take it and Run is the podcast for high-performing professionals who are done waiting to take action on the big ideas swirling in their heads. Hosted by Kristi and Kelcie—two powerhouse women blending strategy and soul—we deliver bite-sized, bold episodes that help you stop overthinking and start doing.
Whether you're a real estate agent, entrepreneur, or multi-passionate go-getter, you'll get:
- Actionable insights you can implement today
- Proven frameworks to build momentum
- Mindset shifts that actually stick
- Real talk, real laughs, and real results
If you’ve been sitting on an idea, a dream, or a to-do list that just won’t quit—this is your sign. Hit play, take what you need, and run with it.
🎧 New episodes weekly. Subscribe and let’s move the needle—together.
Episodes
21 episodes
The Story You Keep Telling Yourself Is the Problem
What does losing 200 pounds have to do with your real estate business? More than you think.In this episode of the Take It and Run podcast, we sit down with a very special guest — Merrill Jencks — who dropped over 200 pounds, leg presses ...
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Episode 21
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35:37
Why Most Real Estate Leads NEVER Convert (And How Top Agents Fix It)
What separates agents who close deals consistently from those who struggle to convert leads?In this episode of Take It and Run, Kristi Jencks and Kelcie Dowd sit down with Jeremy and Eileen Knight, a successful husband-and-wife r...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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43:01
Why Most Real Estate Content Isn’t Getting Shared - with Katie Day
If your content calendar is full but your business still feels scattered, this episode is your reset.Kristi Jencks and Kelcie Dowd sit down with Katie Day, a Texas Realtor, team leader, mentor, and long-time content creator who ha...
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Episode 19
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43:30
Accountability Without Micromanagement + Seller Reports Agents Have Been Waiting For
What if accountability didn’t feel like pressure And what if seller reports didn’t take hours to buildIn this episode of Take It and Run, Kristi and Kelcie sit down with Derek Caldwell, Team Lead of The Caldwell Group a...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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55:57
Get 10 hours of your Week Back: The AI Workflows Agents Need in 2026
Simplify. Automate. Lead: AI, Workflows & Future-Ready Marketing with Sean RyanIn this episode of Take it and Run, we sit down with real estate coach, broker, and automation aficionado Sean Ryan of Blue Coast R...
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Episode 17
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53:17
Make December Your Launch Pad, Not Your Letdown
Create focus, finish strong, and take care of future you.Is December your business slowdown... or your launchpad?In this episode, Kristi and Kelcie flip the real estate holiday narrative on its head. You’ll learn how to pro...
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Episode 16
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37:10
Better Together: How to Build a Scalable, Referral-Only Real Estate Business with Bret Johnson
What if your real estate business could run on clarity, systems, and trust without cold leads or burnout?In this episode of Take It and Run, Kristi and Kelcie sit down with Bret Johnson, Associate Broker with REAL Broke...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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45:48
AI Will Not Replace You... But THIS Might | Real Estate + ChatGPT Tips with Mike Renick
In this episode of Take It and Run, Kristi Jencks and Kelcie Dowd sit down with Mike Renick — a nearly 70-year-old real estate agent, former GM executive, and full‑blown AI innovator — to uncover how he’s using artificial intelligence ...
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Episode 14
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45:19
Answering Every Agent's Questions about Zillow Flex with Jilayna Arcoren
In this episode of Take it and Run, Kristi Jencks sits down with Jilayna Arcoren, VP of Sales Ops, Associate Broker with REAL, and ZillowFlex expert, to break down one of the most misunderstood opportunities in real estate: the ZillowF...
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Episode 13
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36:27
From Food Stamps to $32M Listings: How Lourdes Maestres Built a Luxury Real Estate Empire
Lourdes is raw, real, and FULL of tactical strategies you can take and run with. If you’re building a business, breaking into luxury, or just trying to keep your head above water, this one’s for you.We sat down with powerhouse r...
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Episode 12
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42:33
Extreme Ownership + Servant Leadership in Real Estate
What happens when you blend humility, mastery, and systems that actually serve people? You get Jack Cote—team leader of NV Home Team in Reno, Nevada, and a living example of what it looks like to run a $100M+ business with heart...
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Episode 11
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50:55
How to Train, Retain, and WIN as a Real Estate Team
What This Episode Delivers:If you lead a real estate team, are a producing broker, or want to scale with systems that actually work, this episode is a must-listen. Jon and Nick pull back the curtain on how their team is u...
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Episode 10
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38:42
Shift It to Lift It: How to Reset Your Energy, Beliefs & Daily Focus (Real Estate Mindset Reset)
Shift It to Lift It: How to Reset Your Energy, Beliefs & Daily Focus (Real Estate Mindset Reset)Feeling drained by this market? You’re not alone. Real estate in 2025 demands more energy, patience, and grit than ever before. But here...
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Episode 9
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29:53
How to Get Real Estate Leads on YouTube WITHOUT Ads
Want Leads Without Ads? YouTube Can Do That. (Real Talk from Chase Giles)Let’s be honest: in 2025, if you're not using YouTube to generate leads as a real estate agent, you're leaving money—and relationships—on the table.Th...
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Episode 8
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39:53
Stop Avoiding Tech: The Tools You NEED to Stay Relevant
We are experiencing a Tech Tsunami. Ride the Wave or Get Wiped Out (Real Talk for Real Estate Pros)Let’s be clear: if you’re not using tech as a real estate agent in 2025… you’re already behind. But don’t panic! This episode is your lif...
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Episode 7
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29:01
How Busy Pros Actually Take a Break (and Thrive)
How to Actually Take a Break and Enjoy VacationLife has a way of throwing curveballs—school drop-offs, surprise PTO, family vacations, sick kids—interruptions that can tank your momentum if you’re not ready. But you can p...
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Episode 6
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29:49
The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything
Breaking Barriers: The Mindset Shift That Changes EverythingWhat if the only thing standing between you and your next big win is a belief?In this episode, Kristi and Kelcie explore how limiting beliefs sneak into your goals...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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26:50
New Agent? Stuck Agent? These 10 Questions Will Move You Forward
Team or TC? CRM or Chaos? We’re Not Sugarcoating or GatekeepingEver wish someone would just give you straight answers to the most common real estate questions without all the fluff? This is that episode.Kristi and ...
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Episode 4
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40:18
Is This a $15 Task... or Am I Just Avoiding It?
How to Stop Micromanaging and Actually Get Help That HelpsWhether you're bringing on your first assistant or trying to get more mileage out of the one you already have, this episode is your permission slip to stop doing it all you...
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Episode 2
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26:29
Maximize Your Conference Experience (Without the Burnout)
Whether you're headed to your first industry event or you’re a seasoned pro, this episode is your go-to guide for getting the most out of conferences, without getting overwhelmed. Kristi and Kelcie break down exactly how to prep before...
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Episode 3
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25:57
Help! I’ve Fallen (Off Track) And I Can't Get Up
In our first episode of Take It and Run, Kristi coaches Kelcie through a very real-life rut — falling off a simple, game-changing routine. They break down the power of visualization, the science of systems (hi James Cl...
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Episode 1
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