🐓 Episode #103 Morning Habits That Could Save You Years This week, things get… a little farm-y. Rachel’s mornings now start with feeding her donkey at sunrise, and somehow that’s turned into a masterclass in starting your day right. We’re talking coffee, chores, mindset, and the little routines that make a big difference in your real estate photography business. Plenty of laughs, a few unexpected tips, and maybe a new appreciation for early mornings. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is ...
Aug 15, 2025•48 min•Season 5Ep. 103
Episode#102 If you don’t know, now you know…Realtor This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo code STS. Don't forget the HDPH Marketing kit includes a slideshow video offering. It's the first step towards offering full blown video services and takes no extra work on your part! Rach and Neal are taking their business to the next level with Pixl CRM. With...
Aug 09, 2025•29 min•Season 5Ep. 102
Ep. 101 – Getting Ready for the Slow Season A listener reached out with a question we love : “What do you do to prepare for the slow season?” In this episode, we’re breaking it all down—how we save money, shift our marketing, and get proactive before things quiet down. From booking headshot pop-ups and event gigs to planning lifestyle promos, travel, and speaking engagements, we share the real steps we take to stay busy, stay paid, and stay sane. Plus, how we prep for PMRE and use downtime to wo...
Aug 04, 2025•26 min•Season 5Ep. 101
Episode 100: We Made It! 🎉 Welcome to our 100th episode! In this milestone moment, we’re celebrating 3.5 years of podcasting—filled with wins, missteps, lessons, and lots of laughs. We’re taking you behind the scenes of the journey: what we got right, what we totally messed up, and what kept us going. Most importantly, we’re thanking YOU—our listeners, clients, and sponsors—for the support that got us here. And now… we want to hear from you. What do you want next? Here’s to 100 more!...
Jul 26, 2025•45 min•Season 5Ep. 100
Episode #99 Only the Good Die Young? It’s time to start thinking seriously about your health—if not for your own sake, then for your family and your business. ⚠️ Warning: some of the health stats in this episode might be a little alarming. Don’t go having a heart attack over it—Neal was a drama major, so there’s a good chance he padded the numbers a bit for theatrical effect. Still, it’s hard to argue that your health shouldn’t be a top priority. Let’s dive into the stats that might just haunt y...
Jul 19, 2025•46 min
Episode #98 Episode #98 BMC Tax LLC- One Big Beautiful Bill and how it may help your business. Brandon Cox with BMC Tax is Back: Tax Tips, Write-Offs & a Bill You Should Know About We brought back Brandyn Cox for round two—because taxes are confusing, and he’s one of the few who can actually make them make sense. In this episode, we dig into a newly proposed “One big, beautiful bill” that could benefit real estate photographers, plus get Brandyn’s insight on what you can and can’t write off ...
Jun 28, 2025•52 min•Season 5Ep. 98
Episode #97 "Donkeys, New Shooters & Car Chaos" In this off-the-cuff, on-the-road episode, we're back podcasting from the car as we drive to our real estate photo shoots—because, hey, it's busy season and who has time for a studio? We’re chatting about training new shooters, Rachel’s surprising new pet (spoiler: it has hooves), and whatever else pops into our minds along the ride. Real estate media life… unfiltered. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, th...
Jun 21, 2025•26 min•Season 5Ep. 97
In our first mobile episode recorded while driving, we talk about the challenges of finding time to podcast during peak season—and how recording on the go might be the solution. We also dive into a great listener question about editor pricing, with Rachel sharing why she chooses to pay more for reliable results after learning the hard way with cheaper hires. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credi...
Jun 13, 2025•15 min•Season 5Ep. 96
Episode #95 Standing Out with HDPhotoHub’s Property Websites and Marketing Assets This week, we’re diving into one of our favorite tools—HD Photo Hub’s Property Websites and Marketing Kit. It’s the exact system both of us use in our real estate media businesses to deliver stunning property websites, printable flyers, social media posts, reels, and more. We’re breaking down how we use it, what we charge, how our clients respond, and why it’s helped us grow our businesses, boost revenue, and build...
May 25, 2025•38 min•Season 5Ep. 95
Episode #94 The Biggest roadblock for your growth might be You! In this episode, we’re getting real about the hidden roadblocks that you might be unintentionally placing in your own way. From self-doubt and perfectionism to inconsistent workflows and resistance to marketing, we’re breaking down the habits, mindsets, and patterns that can quietly sabotage your growth. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 f...
May 10, 2025•45 min
Episode #93: Content at listing shoots for social media Creating Content at Shoots has been Beneficial to both Rach and I. Lets talk about how it can help your business as well as what you need to do to get started creating content for your business while at your shoots. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo code STS. Don't forget the HDPH Marketing...
May 03, 2025•40 min
Ever wonder if Rach and Neal's Process for a shoot is the same as what you do? Rach and Neal have some similarities and some differences and You will hear about every little bit of it from the moment they walk up to a listing to the moment they are done for the day. Here we go! This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo code STS. Don't forget the HDPH Ma...
May 03, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 92
Episode #91- Social Media Content Offerings - John Reid, Reid Media Agency John Reid of Reid Media Agency has built a winning strategy for real estate agents with a simple standout offer: One month of social media content—captured in a single shoot. And if you want, we’ll even post it for you... But Reid Media doesn’t just create content—they bring the strategy to back it up. In this episode, John walks us through the process, the team, and the vision behind this highly successful marketing serv...
Apr 18, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 91
Episode #90 The Business of Headshots, expanding your photography portfolio Headshots are a truly natural fit for Real Estate photographers. We deal with clients on a daily basis who all can use professional headshots. It's especially helpful in the slow season when real estate agents also have extra time to focus on things like updating their headshots. Its also great to bridge the gap between real estate shoots. We will also dive into what you should absolutely avoid when first starting out ta...
Apr 12, 2025•37 min
Episode #89 Local Flavor Films Part 2 - New Pricing Strategy. So much valuable information in this episode we are breaking it into two parts. Meet Brian and Kelly a Husband and Wife Duo out of Atlanta. They made some big changes to their business, offerings and pricing this year and are happy to be off to the races early spring. Lets go! Find Brian and Kelly on insta: localflavorfilms@gmail.com Online at: https://www.localflavorfilms.com/ This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to yo...
Apr 04, 2025•44 min•Season 5Ep. 89
Episode #88 Local Flavor Films - Video, Marketing and a New Pricing Strategy, Part 1. So much valuable information in this episode we are breaking it into two parts. Meet Brian and Kelly a Husband and Wife Duo out of Atlanta. They made some big changes to their business, offerings and pricing this year and are happy to be off to the races early spring. Lets go! So much valuable information in this episode we are breaking it into two parts. Meet Brian and Kelly a Husband and Wife Duo out of Atlan...
Mar 30, 2025•46 min•Season 5Ep. 88
This week, we sit down with Edgar Infante from Rock Bottom Media — a true comeback story. After hitting the lowest point in his life, Edgar made a bold decision to change everything. He shares how he rebuilt from the ground up and is now thriving with his real estate media business in California. It’s raw, real, and incredibly inspiring. Don’t miss this one This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credit...
Mar 21, 2025•53 min•Season 5Ep. 87
Episode #86 Goals 1-3-5 method Rach and Neal talk about t urning a dream into reality with the help of Goals and the 1-3-5 Method. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo code STS. Don't forget the HDPH Marketing kit includes a slideshow video offering. It's the first step towards offering full blown video services and takes no extra work on your part...
Mar 18, 2025•26 min•Season 5Ep. 86
Episode #85 Raise or Pink Slip: Would You Pass Your Own Performance Review? In this episode we ponder if we would indeed pass a performance review if we were employees instead of bosses. Taking an honest look at ourselves through the lens of a hired employee. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo code STS. Don't forget the HDPH Marketing kit include...
Mar 07, 2025•29 min•Season 5Ep. 85
Demanding Clients. The good the bad and the ugly. We have learned a lot from Demanding clients. We hope some of our experiences will help you should you come across similar situations. But of course we pray you just have easy breezy low maintenance clients each and every day. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo code STS. Don't forget the HDPH Mark...
Mar 01, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 84
Episode #83 Big Package Energy: Why Bundling Your Services Wins, Why you need Packages and the strategy behind them This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo code STS. Don't forget the HDPH Marketing kit includes a slideshow video offering. It's the first step towards offering full blown video services and takes no extra work on your part! Rach and Neal...
Feb 21, 2025•38 min
Episode #82 Things you wish you never heard Turn Back now, or you may wish you never listened. The real dirt is coming out as Rach and Neal ask each other some blind questions from out of left field. Don't get me wrong you are about to learn a lot about your hosts that will make you laugh but most likely cringe as well. Oh well we recorded it so we might as well share it :-) This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: ...
Feb 14, 2025•45 min
Episode #81 The Six figure trap Listener Question from Johnathan: This week were answering Johnathan's Question about the Six Figure Culture of Real Estate Media business. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo code STS. Don't forget the HDPH Marketing kit includes a slideshow video offering. It's the first step towards offering full blown video serv...
Feb 06, 2025•52 min
Episode #80 10 Tips To Be More Comfortable On Camera The One thing holding you back in your business: Getting on Camera! In this 3 part Series were talking about getting you on camera to grow your business. In part 1 we discuss Why would you want to be on camera. In part 2 We discuss the Mindset of getting on Camera In part 3 we go over some Tips and Next Steps to help you become more comfortable on camera. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform re...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 80
Episode # 79 Getting Comfortable On Camera Part 2 - Mindset This very well may be the biggest thing holding you back in your business: Getting on Camera! In this 3-part Series were talking about getting you on camera to grow your business. In part 1 we discuss Why would you want to be on camera. In part 2 We discuss the Mindset of getting on Camera In part 3 we go over some Tips and Next Steps to help you become more comfortable on camera. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to y...
Jan 24, 2025•47 min•Season 5Ep. 79
Episode # 78 Getting Comfortable On Camera Part 1 This very well may be the biggest thing holding you back in your business: Getting on Camera! In this 3-part Series were talking about getting you on camera to grow your business. In part 1 we discuss Why would you want to be on camera. In part 2 We discuss the Mindset of getting on Camera In part 3 we go over some Tips and Next Steps to help you become more comfortable on camera. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPh...
Jan 17, 2025•35 min•Season 5Ep. 78
Episode #77 Mathews Media Q&A Part 2 We had so many great questions from Mathews Media we decided to share it all in a follow up Episode part 2 Episode #76 Mathews Media Q&A Part 2. Episode #76 Mathews Media Q&A Part 1 This week we have a continuation of the fabulous Husband and Wife Team from Florida, JD and Mercedes Reached out 6 months ago to pick Rachael’s brain and have since grown a team. This week JD and Mercedes are asking follow up questions about the next best steps for ove...
Jan 10, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 77
Episode #76 Mathews Media Q&A Part 1 This week we have a fabulous Husband and Wife Team from Florida. JD and Mercedes Reached out 6 months ago to pick Rachael’s brain and have since grown a team. This week JD and Mercedes are asking follow up questions about the next best steps for overcoming the challenges that come with the new growth in their business in this Q&A Episode. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's ...
Jan 04, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 76
Episode #75 Ai tools for photographers Were chatting all things AI for Real estate photographers. leveraging AI tools to streamline workflows, enhance quality, and deliver standout services. This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo code STS. Don't forget the HDPH Marketing kit includes a slideshow video offering. It's the first step towards offering fu...
Dec 27, 2024•27 min•Season 5Ep. 75
Episode #74 Show up weekly on social media with a content series Showing Up on Social gets easier with a focused commitment to a weekly series. Sounds counter intuitive right? More work = Easier? Exactly :-) Rachael has been doing her "Tip Tuesday'" content series for ages and has found it a great way to engage current and new followers and stay consistent. Once you commit to it it's a powerful driving force to keep you engaged with and grow your following. So lets dive into the what and how of ...
Dec 23, 2024•32 min•Season 5Ep. 74
