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Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #97 "Donkeys, New Shooters & Car Chaos"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, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 50 free credit...2025-06-2125 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #96 First Ever "Car Podcast" - Are Low Price Editors worth it?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 credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use prom...2025-06-1314 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #95 Standing Out with HDPhotoHub’s Property Websites and Marketing AssetsEpisode #95 Standing Out with HDPhotoHub’s Property Websites and Marketing AssetsThis 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 better relationships. If you’re looking for a way to stand o...2025-05-2537 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #94 The Biggest roadblock for your growth might be You!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 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub. Use promo...2025-05-1045 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #93: Content at listing shoots for social mediaEpisode #93: Content at listing shoots for social mediaCreating 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 HD...2025-05-0340 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #92 Start To Finish Process for ShootsEver 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...2025-05-031h 04Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #91- Social Media Content Offerings - John Reid, Reid Media AgencyEpisode #91- Social Media Content Offerings - John Reid, Reid Media AgencyJohn 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 service that’s h...2025-04-1859 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #90 The Business of Headshots, expanding your photography portfolioEpisode #90 The Business of Headshots, expanding your photography portfolioHeadshots 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 taking portraits/headshots, and How Rach a...2025-04-1237 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #89 Local Flavor Films Part 2 - Pricing Based on Listing PriceEpisode #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.comOnline at: https://www.localflavorfilms.com/...2025-04-0444 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #88 Local Flavor Films - Video, Marketing and a New Pricing Strategy, Part 1Episode #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 an...2025-03-3045 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #87 A Comeback Story with Edgar Infante from Rock Bottom Media 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 credits when you sign up for HD Phot...2025-03-2152 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #86 Goals 1-3-5 methodEpisode #86 Goals 1-3-5 method Rach and Neal talk about turning 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!2025-03-1825 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #85 Raise or Pink Slip: Would You Pass Your Own Performance Review?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 in...2025-03-0729 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #84 Dealing with demanding clientsDemanding 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 Marketing kit includes a slideshow vi...2025-03-011h 02Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #83 Big Package Energy: Why Bundling Your Services WinsEpisode #83 Big Package Energy: Why Bundling Your Services Wins, Why you need Packages and the strategy behind themThis 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...2025-02-2138 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #82 Things you wish you never heardEpisode #82 Things you wish you never heardTurn 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 re...2025-02-1445 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #81 The Six figure trapEpisode #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 services and takes no extra work on your part!...2025-02-0652 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #80 10 Tips To Be More Comfortable On CameraEpisode #80 10 Tips To Be More Comfortable On CameraThe 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 CameraIn part 3 we go over some Tips and Next Steps t...2025-01-311h 05Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode # 79 Getting Comfortable On Camera Part 2 - MindsetEpisode # 79 Getting Comfortable On Camera Part 2 - MindsetThis 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 CameraIn part 3 we go over some Tips and Next Steps to help you become more comfortable on camera.2025-01-2446 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode # 78 Getting Comfortable On Camera Part 1Episode # 78 Getting Comfortable On Camera Part 1This 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 CameraIn part 3 we go over some Tips and Next Steps to help you become more comfortable on camera.2025-01-1735 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #77 Mathews Media Q&A Part 2Episode #77 Mathews Media Q&A Part 2We 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 1This 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 overcoming the challenges th...2025-01-101h 04Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #76 Mathews Media Q&A Part 1Episode #76 Mathews Media Q&A Part 1This 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 trust.: Get 50 free...2025-01-041h 02Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #75 Ai tools for photographersEpisode #75Ai tools for photographersWere 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 full blown video services and takes no...2024-12-2727 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #74 Show up weekly on social media with a content seriesEpisode #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 making a successful continent series to i...2024-12-2332 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #73 F-The AlgorithmEpisode #73 F-The Algorithm "F"- The dang algorithm, rightJust when you think you may have figured it out it turns around and laughs in your face. So “F” It!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 extr...2024-12-1336 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #72 PMRE 2024Episode #72 PMRE 2024Missed out on PMRE or Maybe  you are having withdrawals? Great news, we have some awesome interviews filmed live from PMRE Las Vegas to share with you. Its gonna be fun. Interested in the HDPH App? Shooting The Shit listeners can get theApp for 1,000 credits when they signup for a configuration calland tell them Shooting the Shit sent you. That's a 33% discountoff the usual 1,500 credit price tag!APPsolutely fabulous deal! :-)2024-12-0142 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #71 Get more clients with testimonialsEpisode #71  Get more clients with testimonials Its time to grow! Let's shoot the shit about testimonials and a little thing we call social proof! In this episode we’ll chat about what testimonials are, why you should get them ASAP and what you should do to best leverage them once you have 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 M...2024-11-1722 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #70 Milking a conference for all its worthEpisode #70 Milking a conference for all its worthConferences can be a whirlwind of information. It's important to be prepared to get the most out of the event to bring back and apply to your business.In this episode we have tips ranging from AI tools to old school, tried and true, tips to make the most out of this large investment you are making coming to PMRE 2024 or any other conference for that matter.This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is...2024-11-0826 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #69 What to do during slow seasonEpisode #69What to do during slow seasonThe Slow season is almost here! Its time to get focused on what you can accomplish with the extra time you will have with shorter days and typically a bit slower real estate market.Rach and Neal are chatting about what they are focusing on to get through the slow season as well as what they are working on to continue to grow and prosper and evolve. The goals and aspirations are ever changing so its...2024-11-0157 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #68 Preferred Gear for HeadshotsEpisode #68 Preferred Gear for HeadshotsWe've been asked for more details about the gear we use for headshots and portrait photography. So stand back, its coming in hot!This is a deep dive into all the Gear both Rachael and Neal use for Headshots. From lights, stands, lenses, modifiers to backgrounds and more, Its all in this episode. You can find a full list of our gear in our you tube version of this episode  here:https://youtu.be/Uh_CtcVFXfY...2024-10-201h 16Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #67 Luxury Video Mosaic StudioEpisode #67Luxury Video Mosaic StudioThe Dream Team from Mosaic Studio are our guests today! Tony returned with his partner in crime to do a deep dive on all things luxury video.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...2024-10-121h 13Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode 66 - 0 to 60 in 2.6 with Tony Dunham, Not what you think he is!Episode 66- 0 to 60 in 2.6 with Tony Dunham, Not what you think he is!Tony Dunham has done so much in such a short time, it's amazing. It just shows you that drive, motivation, and working on something you truly enjoy can eliminate all barriers. This week we spoke with Tony all about how he went from a ho-hum corporate job to a thriving real estate business in under a year. We're also chatting about how he joined forces with Alex, an exceptional videographer and how that has helped them s...2024-10-0453 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode # 65 Goals and NightmaresEpisode # 65 Goals and NightmaresGoals for our business and dreams for our future lives spontaneously lead into tales of Night Terrors with magical cats and murderous phantoms. This organically flows into discussions of aspirations for Voiceover acting and Real estate investing. Yep it's fairly diverse to say the least. Hahaha!! This one is a doozie that you won't want to miss!!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 fo...2024-09-2058 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode # 64 Time Management - "Procrastination is like Maturation"Procrastination is like Maturation? I had not heard that one before, so a special thanks to Rachael for always keeping me on my toes hahaha! There are so many things that can be done to get your time back in life and in your real estate photos biz. Lets figure out how to  gain focus on our business so that we can thrive. We're talking all about it in today's episode!This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get...2024-09-101h 27Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #63: Reels: Are you offering Reels as a service?Episode #63: Reels Reels are incredibly prominent  right now, however simultaneously they managing to mystify many who are not yet creating and offering them as a service. Lets chat about the why and the how of offering Reels to your clients to increase your sales while helping your clients stay on top of their game.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...2024-08-3031 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #62 Get your agents on camera today!Episode #62 get your agents on camera today!Were talking all about getting your agents on camera and how to film them and guide them along with what gear and tips we use to make the process easy and successful for all involved.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 bl...2024-08-2328 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #61 Offering Property VideosEpisode #61 Offering Property VideosOffering Property videos is your next leap forward if you want to grow your business and make more money. 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...2024-08-0944 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #60 14 ways to GROW your bizDo you want to Grow? Duh, of course you do! So here are 14 ways to help you do just that in your real estate media business this year!!This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.: Get 150 free credits when you sign up for HD Photo Hub use promo code STS Want to learn more from Rach and Neal?Check out their first  online course created for real estate photographers looking to make extra income and attract new clie...2024-07-2853 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #59 Marketing for your agentsOur favorite HDPH Crew are here for a conversation about marketing for your Real Estate clients. We're talking all things to help you win more clients and help your clients win. That's a win win :-)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 STSA few key items discussed.One of our Fav services is...2024-07-041h 07Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #57 The Big Announcement- Grow with Rach and NealHere comes the big news!We've created a platform we are calling “Grow with Rach and Neal.” The purpose will be online courses to help evolve and grow your business starting with  our first cours "Growing your real estate business with headshot pop up events."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 STSPromo codesHDPH50 fr...2024-04-2116 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode 56 When Disaster StrikesRach and Neal are no strangers to disaster but this week has brought it to the foreman of our thoughts. Rachael is taking an absence from shooting because she needs surgery on her hip socket. This means a few weeks that Rachael cannot be out shooting. Luckily this was planned well in advance and she has the team to make sure it all runs smoothly. If this were an accident or happened out of the blue it might have been a very different experience.So we are chatting about how R...2024-04-1944 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #55 Get Back To Your Roots!Episode #55 Get Back To Your Roots!Once you’ve “made it” it can be easy to get wrapped up in your success and get a little lost. In this episode we are going to discuss how to get back on track when your ego steps in, you just fall on your face and need help getting up again. We're talking about Burnout, and or getting off track in your business and life goals.  Rachael is helping right the ship in this episode as Neal is feeling of course after a difficult year. It's not all roses and we...2024-03-251h 02Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #54 Achieve Stratospheric Success in Your Business:DescriptionEpisode #54 Achieve Stratospheric Success in Your Business:This week we are back to fundamentals with Rach and Neal. We're shooting the shit about business, electric cars, speeding tickets, what we'd do if we had a billion dollars, Magic shoes, island retreats to avoid and oh yes our recent read about Achieving Stratospheric Success in Your Business. We discuss 5 impactful principles to help you thrive in business when applied on a daily basis in your business. There is so much value  found and discussed from your next “Must Read,”  “The Go Giver...2024-03-181h 03Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #53 Kevin Rhatican Shutter House Tours Merger for the Win Episode #53Kevin Rhatican Shutter House ToursMerger for the WinDive into what a merger looks like and how building culture on your team is the secret sauce to retaining shooters and building a powerhouse of a 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 STSPr...2024-03-1158 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #52 Buying a Real Estate Photography Business w/ Katie ColemanEpisode #52 Buying a Real Estate Photography Business with Katie ColemanWhat if there were an opportunity to buy out a photography business or Merge with one to combine forces and thrive? Would you even know where to begin? Katie Coleman shares her experience first hand on what it's like doubling down on the photography business with everything on the line. Where do we even begin? Let's just start with the intro :-)This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, th...2024-03-0454 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #51 Shifter Summit w/ Jordan PowersEpisode #51: Episode #51:  Shifter Summit (Nashville TN & Live streaming) w/ Guest Jordan PowersJordan Powers returns to speak about an exciting new venture Shifter Summit that will be held in Nashville TN & Virtually. Jordan has tons to tell us about this exciting, new and upcoming event.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 STSIn person tickets are sold out but...2024-02-2732 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #50 PMRE 2023: How to Survive and Thrive in your Real Estate Media BusinessHow to Survive and Thrive in Real Estate Photo Meda Business: Rachael Returns to PMRE, in Las Vegas (Annual conference focused on Media for Real Estate) Rachael interviews top performers to learn success, failures and tips  to help you succeed in real estate media business.2024-02-191h 02Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #49 Your next marketing partner, Real ProducersEpisode #49 Your next marketing partner, Real ProducersThis week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.Rachael found long term Marketing success with Real Producers Magazine. This all began by taking a chance to speak up and ask if there might be opportunity to work with the Magazine.  Shae, Publisher of Seattle Real Producers and Scottsdale Real Producers. Co Publisher of Greet West Bellevue and Greet Mill Creek said," Are you free for cof...2023-09-2258 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEp. 48 When Opportunity comes knocking- Dan RedwineEp. 48 When Opportunity comes knocking- Dan RedwineThis week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.Today's guest isn't necessarily a part of Rachel's Power Team, however their partnership never would have happened if it weren't for Rachel's power team having been in place.  In fact, Rachael was able to start a new business venture because of our special guest today, Dan Redwine. Dan is co-founder and co-host of The Master Plan TV as well as a realtor with Realogics Sotheby's International Real...2023-09-1452 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #47 The Man Behind the WomanEpisode #47 The Man Behind the Woman (Part of Rachael's Power Team Summer Seris)Today we have a truly special guest, the man Behind the Woman. Abel Harp.This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.I think we can all agree that it doesn't hurt to have someone in your corner with the high stress long days we encounter as Real Estate photography entrepreneurs…Abel is that rock for Rach. That is not to say its always been easy. Rach and Abel have...2023-09-0856 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #46 Utilizing Video to advertise your Business. w/Matt Shaps VideographerEpisode #46 Utilizing Video to advertise your Business. w/Matt Shaps Videographer - Rachael’s Power Team Summer SeriesThis week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust.Matt is Rachael’s Videographer extraordinaire. He helped Rachael to stand out from the competition on social media when Rachael Rebranded and needed to highlight her team. This Partnership opened doors for Rachael when she was given the opportunity to help create Master Plan TV. Today Matt is talking about all things video product...2023-09-0154 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode#45 You should Lighten your load with a Virtual Assistant Episode#45 Lightening your Load with a Virtual Assistant- Summer Series Rachael's Power Team.This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographer's trust. An Important Part of Rachael's Power team is her  Virtual Assistant. This is not to be confused with her Admin. Yes she has both, and there are many reasons why. Many you could possibly benefit from as well.Im sure you heard us talk about Hiring an admin, but her Virtual assistant is different. ...The devi...2023-08-2547 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #44 Accounting-why it's so important with Brandyn Cox - Summer Series w/Rachael’s Power Team.Episode #44 Accounting-why it's so important with Brandyn Cox - Summer Series w/Rachael’s Power Team.This week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you by HDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographers trust. Brandyn Saved Rachael’s biz over 16 K…If that sounds like someone you need to meet you can stop reading and just go listen already!. Brandyn is an Enrolled Agent(EA), What the hay is that? Basically an EA is the person you...2023-08-181h 00Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #43 Kelci Borges-Social Media Manager - Summer Series “Rachael’s Power Team”Episode #43 Summer Series “Rachael’s Power Team” w/ Kelci Borges-Social Media ManagerThis week’s episode of Shooting the Shit is brought to you byHDPhotoHub, the platform real estate photographers trust. As Rachael’s Social Media Manager Kelci is an OG member of Rachael's Power Team. Kelci has had a huge impact in building Rachael’s online presence, helping Rach stay ahead of the pack with a consistent social media brand and message. Today is your lucky day because Kelci will be...2023-08-111h 17Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #42 HDPhotoHub the best thing you can do for your biz. w/HDPH COO Ian Kautzman,Episode #42 HDPhotoHub, The best thing you can do for you bizWe are honored to announce this episode is sponsored by HDPH. In addition, this week’s Guest is  Ian Kautzman, Chief Operating Officer for HDPhotoHub.HDPH Is a big part of the back end of Rachael's Power Team. We both use HDPH and can hardly recall how we did what we do before having this system in place. HDPH is a integral part of our daily business.Ian is here to share his inside scoop on where HDPH got its start and whe...2023-08-031h 15Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode#41 Team Members Alex/ColinEpisode#41 Team Members Alex/Colin (Summer Series w/ Rachael's Power Team)Rachael's Shooters are telling All today. That's Right, in this episode you hear first hand what it is like to work as an independent contractor Real Estate Photographer working for a larger team and the greater good :-) There is a lot to unpack here. Is it all Rainbows and Butterflies ?  Listen in to hear how these teammates help make the dream work with this episode of our summer series all about Rachael's Power Team.2023-07-281h 14Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #40 Branding You and Your Business with Lacey Jayne (Summer Series w/ Rachael's Power Team)Episode #40 Branding You and Your Business with Lacey Jayne (Summer Series w/ Rachael's Power Team) Lacey  is chatting with us all about Branding, websites, Logos, and off site SEO…(I didn't know what that was either). Weare about to learn why it's all important and how we can use it to prosper with our business. Lacey will also shed some light on the importance of branding,Why SEO is important as well as dish out some  truly helpful advice forfor new businesses trying to get...2023-07-2151 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #39 Summer Series Intro- Rachael's Power TeamThe Summer Series is here! We're shooting the shit about speaking with all of Rachael's Power team this summer. From accountants to shooters to Social media managers we will be deep diving with a variety of 11 of Rachael's Team members. You heard right! This episode we’re also catching up on what's been happening with both our businesses including some challenges Neal has faced and Rachel's big new endeavor, Masterplan TV.  If you haven't heard Zillow is your new real estate media competition and  AI has...2023-07-1533 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode 38 You Should be offering droneDrone! If you want to grow you should be offering it at a service. We are answering  questions about why you need drone, what tools and permissions you need to start offering drone as well as  how much you should be charging and so on.  Offering drone could be what you need to take that next big leap in your business growth, so have a listen!2023-04-2856 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #37 Quiet TimeEpisode #37 Quiet TimeDo you have a hard time coming up with creative ideas or often find yourself with writer's block? You’re not alone!!A big part of being on social media is being creative and coming up with new and fresh ideas. Overcoming creative blocks and coming up with new ideas can be daunting and some days you just don’t have it in you! Today we are going to discuss meditation and praying to help you overcome these blocks.We will discuss the benefits to meditation and praying along with...2023-04-2450 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #36 Adding an AdminOK, so you are getting overwhelmed by all the little tasks you have to accomplish like delivering your client media, quick photoshop edits  and so on. It may be time to hire an Admin.In this episode we talk about what an admin can help with, what they cost, how to hire them, what resources they will need and how to get them trained. We also recommend you to listen to episode #16 All about HDphotohub. HDphotohub is a  software for real estate media that can help cut down on some basic admin tasks like booking or ...2023-04-151h 04Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #35 Life Coach with Creighton BertrandGet Ready to be motivated! creighton_bertrand is Rachael's Life Coach who helps her maintain a balance between business and her life. As a business owner the buck stops with you. Right? It can be very difficult not to let your business take over all things. At some point you have or may realize your work life balance begins to take a toll. This week Creighton is talking us through how we can deal with this and a bunch more. Its a great episode and were so e...2023-04-071h 00Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #34 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - Impromptu w/Alex Farrell @AMF_photographyEpisode #34 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - Impromptu w/Alex Farrell @AMF_photographyImposter Syndrome could be holding you back from stepping out into social media. What is it exactly? Its when you question if you are good enough to be sharing your knowledge or content on social media. You think other people are better than you so are or more experienced and you question whether you are just a imposter or phony  who will soon be discovered by all.  We totally get that feeling and so does our Sur...2023-03-3146 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #33 Questions From You!We asked for questions and you delivered. Now its our turn to reply. Special thanks to Tiffany with Turnkey Photographic from Northeast Ohio for several really great questions that we dive into on this week's episode. Questions we are answering:1. Tiffany Shoots HDR, her clients expect HDR but she wants to start shooting Flambient, is it worth the switch?2. My website sucks and clients never ever book online, do I actually need a website?3. GEAR! I don't want to lug a ton of crap around. I need to be light on my f...2023-03-2437 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode 32 Starting a PodcastConsidering Starting a podcast? Learn all about the gear, tools, cost, time, well basically the whole shebang in this episode. Hopefully what we've learned will help you get inspired to start your own podcast. Go after it and get it done!!! We know you can!2023-03-171h 04Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #31 Hook, Line and Sinker! How to write engaging content that stops the scroll.Episode #31 Hook, Line and Sinker! How to write engaging content that stops the scroll.Another Social Media focused mini episode today all about creating your Post details so they catch more eyes and garner more views, interaction and engagement.Rach is walking us through her process step by step. To see the screen recording check it out on youtube at https://youtu.be/nnbZtLk2jo02023-03-1009 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #30 RebrandingEpisode #30 RebrandingRebranding is the name of the game today!Rebranding is no joke, especially when its a full Rebrand vs a logo and or look and feel "Refresh." What's the difference? We go into full detail in this weeks episode.This episode is also a good one for those of you who haven’t chosen a name yet, this might prevent a rebrand in the future! Rachael has been through the process twice now with her most recent full rebrand to "Focused Media Col...2023-03-0338 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #29 The Wormhole -Avoiding the pit falls of social mediaWere a little concerned we got you hooked on the drug that is social media and  never warned you of the perils.We don't want you to get lost down the never ending social media worm hole. That's why this episode is all about tactics, techniques and mental focus for Better Social Media Habits . Were talking about "the great time suck," Negative Feelings-Self Doubt,  Competition, Imposter syndrome, and some things that had to be bleeped right the bleep out.  OK, lets ger er done!2023-02-2428 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #28 Reality check- Social media wake up callEpisode #28 Reality check-Social media wake up callIt's time for a social Media reality check. Social media isn't going away so if you're not consistently using Instagram, Facebook, youtube or tik tok it's about that time for a wake up call. In this episode we are speaking about embracing social as part of your job as a business owner. We know it's one more item on your plate but it simply should not be ignored any longer. Every day you are not posting is a...2023-02-1747 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #27 After Hours with Austin Baker- The Bonus Round!Episode #27 After Hours with Austin Baker Just when we thought the podcast with Austin Baker couldn't possibly pack in any more information, we just kept going(Like a familiar Bunny). Luckily we kept recording and decided that the additional information was so great we had to make another episode. You can thank Austin for sharing so much of his valuable time with us, it was amazing!There is too much in this one to miss!!...2023-02-1032 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #26 Austin Baker Road from RE to ArchitectureEpisode #26 Austin Baker: Road from RE to ArchitectureHere are all the Dirty Deets on how Austin recently transitioned from Real Estate photographer to Architecture Photographer. Austin also gives us a view into the day to day of what it's like on an Architecture shoot vs Real Estate shoot. It's a very different world and you're about to hear all about it!! Here are some of the many questions  we asked:How did you get started and when?...2023-02-0355 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #25 End of year wrap-upEpisode #25 End of year wrap-upWe are ringing In 2023 with the last episode of Season #1!In this episode, Rachael and Neal chat about the fears that can creep in during the winter, predictions for the 2023 real estate market and the future of the podcast.  Additional conversations about the dark side of being slow and future episodes that should shed some light in the coming months before spring arrives. Thank you all for an amazing 2023. We wish you all a happy New Year! We will be back in February, see you next year!!2022-12-3043 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #24 Real Estate Agent's Perspective. With our Guest Ashley RiouxDo you wish you could just pick your Client's brain to see what is most important to them? Where you are doing well and where you could improve? Well, that's exactly what we are doing this episode with our Realtor and Client Ashley Rioux (NH/MA RE/MAX agent).We're asking what she liked/disliked about previous photographers she worked with. What she thinks she needs but is not currently getting from her services with Neal. What she thinks in general about the value of professional photography for her listings and much more juicy stuff you won't want...2022-12-2054 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #23- Down Time - What we are really doingEpisode #23- Down TIme -This episode is all about what we are “really doing” in our down time.We've talked about how you can make extra money during down time in episode #9, Going Full Time. Now that we are in the midst of down time we chat about what is happening booking wise, how we are making ends meet, projects we are working on and what we are doing with our extra time. There is a lot to get into on this one, so lets start getting down!2022-12-1637 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #22-Retirement its up to youEpisode #22-Retirement it's up to you..You fought tooth and nail to make a profitable business.. Now the fight begins for retirement. In this Episode Rachael and Neal shoot the shit about what they are planning  for their retirement and how they hope to get there. This episode should be a prime for the old noggin pump to start thinking for the future. Retirement is coming.  It's all up to you to be ready once it arrives!!!2022-12-0930 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #21 PMRE 2022Episode #21 PMRE 2022This Episode is all about PMRE 2022Rachael was lucky enough to attend and came back with highlights and interviews from so many great moments and professions from the conference. If you were curious what it's like you will get the inside scoop in this episode. Special thanks to so many great folks for allowing Rachael to chat with them for this episode of Shooting the shit....2022-12-051h 10Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode # 20 Horror Stories!Episode #20 Horror Stories!For this one we  even called out to our listeners for their most terrible or horrifying day on the job. You may find the next hour to be frightening or stomach turning ...you have been forewarned!  Dim the lights, grab some snacks and  get ready for some gut wrenching, nail biting, terrifying or plain old embarrassing tales of real estate photographers. This is bound to be  be a fun one!!!Special thanks to everyone who reached out with their stories. If you like their stories lets say thanks by  giving them a few likes...2022-11-1848 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #19 Headshots and Lifestyle Portrait Sessions for Realtors.Episode #19 Portraits as a Side GigThe demand for lifestyle portraits in the real estate industry is growing since the success of Social Media Marketing for Realtors. If agents want to stay present in their clients mind they need to be posting their face on social media as often as possible. This means there is demand for hight quality content for the agents we work with.  Since Real Estate Photography  Business is highly seasonal, adding Headshots and Lifestyle portraits to your offerings is a win win for you and your realtors....2022-11-091h 28Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #18 Me TimeEpisode #18 “Me Time:”This biz will eat you up and all  your time if you let it.  So make sure you get some "Me Time,"  ASAP!So many times we bend  to make our clients happy, at the expense of our time. Its often the nature of business. Our private time or "Me Time," slowly dissolves  when we:Answer calls all hours due to fear of missing outReply to Emails at all hoursAllow  pushy agents to rush/push up deadlines for our work t...2022-10-2835 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #17 Virtual StagingTo Stage or Not to Stage, that is the question!  Virtual Staging can save the day in a pinch.  It can also make you more money without any additional work in the field. Why should you virtually stage a home?  Well for one things it's a great new service to offer your clients  and make more money doing it! So give yourself a raise by offering virtual staging.;Sound good? Here is what we are talking about:Why virtual?How to find a com...2022-10-2832 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #16 All about HDphotohub -This could save you getting an Admin!HD Photo Hub - Oh my goodness, this system has so many ways to save you and your clients time! In fact it will take us an hour just covering the basics.-Schedule Your Team-Make residual income!!-House all your agents media in one place-Eliminate chasing customers down to pay overdue invoices-Make you look good-Help your get organized for when you eventually hire an admin should you...2022-10-1454 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #15 "Yes And." Some Acting/Improv Chops Help your BusinessUse "Yes, And," now in your biz to help keep conversations going and encourage creative thinking.Have you ever seen Actors doing those ridiculous acting warm-ups preparing to go on set?Well Neal is no stranger to these techniques since he was an actor and improv comedy performer in LA for 10 years. Neal Studied Improv and  Sketch comedy at ACME Comedy and The Groundlings Theater in LA for many years He also has a degree in theater the studied across the 3 Universitas he attended: ASU, Emerson and UNH. Neal had a fe...2022-09-3030 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungBonus Episode 100% Pure Amusement/Outtakes-: "Farm Animals."There is a reason we titled the Podcast "Shooting the Shit." Its because Rachael and I go on some random Mid or Post podcast tangents.. Many times these tangents are very long and need to be cut out for the sake of time. They are often pretty entertaining so we thought we might share one of those with you today. Here is our Bonus Episode "Farm Animals."This episode is perfect when you just feel like something 100% for fun. Enjoy :-)2022-09-2913 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #14 Ask A Boss -She's a Boss- What's Next? Offer More Services? Expanding Territory?In this Episode Neal  Asks Rachel for some advice  about expanding your business reach and services once you are getting traction with your current clients and offerings. Questions conversed include:Biggest turning point for your business.Would you recommend expanding territory or  adding additional services like drone floor plan, video  or matterport first?Tell us about Matterport via Theta z Camera vs Matterport Pro Camera.-Pitfalls? What do you recommend?What would you say are the most important add on services after photos, in order of ne...2022-09-2341 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #13 Hiring your first shooterNeed More $$? Need More Time?? There may come a time where hiring a shooter makes sense. If you are looking to grow or lighten your workload to open up time to focus on other things...At some point hiring a shooter may just be the right way to go. In this episode we walk you through the ins and outs of hiring your first shooter. Here are the main points we chat about in this episode of shooting the shit.:Why would you hire your first shooter?How to f...2022-09-1651 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #12 If you had to start over today- with Jordan PowersEpisode 12 info STS with Jordan PowersIf you had to start your business all over from scratch, today, what would you do. In this episode we have Jordan Powers to help answer this question.  Jordan is well known for his YouTube video "Shooting a home in 20 min." He is an established Real Estate and Architectural photographer whom has had to start his business all over from scratch in fact. So who better to ask this question?This episode is full of...2022-09-091h 09Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #11 Prepping a HomeHow should a home be prepped for Photo day?If you have been wondering about this as well, you’re gonna love this podcast!This Podcast is all about the Deets!!! From TP to Folding the Hot Dog way(you heard right!) We go way in depth about all things Prep for Photo Day.  This info will help guide you, your agents as well as the  homeowners to properly  prep the home so the professionals (us 😆) can get you the best results in the least amount of time 👏Here w...2022-09-0259 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #10 Our Week In ReviewWhat is a week like for Rachael and Neal? In this episode we wrapped up an eventful week for Neal and Rachael. Launching a Rebranding, training new hires and  dealing with neighbors who became hostile. This week was one for the books!  We are betting that  you can  all relate to many of the events of this week. We hope you will gain some insight and have a few laughs....so here we go!!2022-08-2631 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #9 Going Full TimeConsidering Going Full time? Wondering, plotting and planning to do so? Need some help, advice or real world stories to motivate you? Hear exactly what it took for Rachael and Neal to go full time. This is a big one!!!!!!What’s inside?Should I keep a part time Job?"Crawl walk run,  or just or Dive in?Your BudgetConsider Additional Less Seasonal Services: Portraits?Who is relying on you?Is your job flexible?...2022-08-191h 20Shooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #8: Going PlacesHaving goals is one thing, but actually getting there is a whole other story…We should know, we’ve been in your shoes! 👟Before we nailed down our ways of getting to the other side of the goal-achieving road, we were stuck in the “what-ifs” 😨Now, we follow easy steps to chase + achieve the goals we only ever dreamed of attaining! 2022-08-1236 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #7: Ask A Boss -She's a BossIn this Episode Neal  Asks Rachel for some advice to help transition from a single photographer owner business to a multi photographer business. She's a Boss and Neal figured why not Ask a Boss. We hope this will be a reoccurring theme moving forward. Have questions of your own? DM us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/shooting_the_shit_rachandneal/2022-08-0633 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #5: Glass Is Half FullWhat's In your glass? More importantly is it half full ? Time to pass along another round of Shooting the Shit where Rachael and Neal discuss keeping it positive when things start to go south. We all have those days where the light at the end of the tunnel gets pretty hard to see. Here are some thoughts and tips to help keep your glass half full....heck lets let it runneth over!2022-06-2421 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #6: Outsourcing...a Dirty Word?In this episode we discuss the ins and outs of outsourcing... aka sending your work out to be edited. Outsourcing is sometimes thought of as a dirty word, but for both Rachael and Neal it’s been a blessing! It can be a life saver but like most things there are some positives and negatives. In this episode we chat about the pitfalls to avoid,  how to talk about outsourcing to your clients in a  positive light, And how to begin outsourcing your work. 2022-06-1355 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #4: Waste Of Money/Worth Every PennyWaste Of Money/Worth Every Penny: Gear Gear Gear and More Gear, What is worth Every Penny and what was a Waste of Money for Rachael and  Neal? In this episode Rachael and Neal talk about the gear they use and love as well as the gear they wish they had not wasted their money on. Gear links Adorama/amazon:Sony a7iii:https://www.adorama.com/isoa7m3.htmlTamron 28-75:https://www.adorama.com/tm2875soe.htmlSony 85 1.8 https://www.adorama.com/iso8518.htmlSony 16=35 f4: https://www.adorama.com/iso16354e.ht...2022-06-1353 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #2: The Power of Social Media- Shooting the Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungIn this knowledge packed episode we dive into how powerful social media really can be for a business. Its not as hard as people think. You’ll hear about Rachaels social media strategy and how its worked for her over the past few years. 2022-05-0357 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #3: Drone Stories - Shooting the Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungOh do we have some stories to tell about Drones! Drones, Drones, Drones. This one is all about Drone Crashes, Close Calls and the ones that got away! This should be fun!2022-05-0348 minShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungShooting The Shit with Rachael Ann & Neal YoungEpisode #1: Meet Rachael and Neal/TapiocaOn this very first episode of Shooting the Shit, learn all about Rachael and Neal, two driven entrepreneurs, one a stay at home Mom and one a waiter for 20 years. We will dive into how they ended up as full time real estate photographers hosting a podcast from opposite coasts. This engaging episode will take you through an outline of the podcast, touching on all kinds of subjects surrounding real estate photography, business, mindset, growth and of course, shooting the shit about some random stuff including tapioca. We hope you enjoy!2022-04-2938 minWhat You Should ReadWhat You Should ReadYou Should Read: Klara and the Sun (Book Club episode with Angie Kim!)Send us a textHi, Should-Heads! Today, Miracle Creek author Angie Kim comes back to discuss Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro. It's our third book club book, and we absolutely loved it. There's a lot to ponder (what makes us human? can we ever be 100% known, even by ourselves?) and it would take multiple episodes to fully cover this book. Buy it, read it, listen to this episode and then find us on social media to discuss it. We'll definitely have even more to say. Links mentioned in this episode:Angie K...2021-04-131h 08