PropMedia Podcast
From Film Cameras to Coaching: Decades of Property Media Wisdom w/ Darryl Stringer
In this episode of the PropMedia podcast, hosts Matty and Moses sit down with Darryl Stringer, a premier real estate photography coach based in Brisbane, Australia. Darryl shares his journey in the property media industry—starting with film photography in 1998, transitioning to digital in 2003, and ultimately building, scaling, and selling a successful real estate media company before transitioning into full-time business coaching in 2015. In this episode, we cover: The Evolution of Property Media: Darryl's unique perspective on how the real estate media landscape has transformed from shooting film and delivering physical prints to today's era of digital delivery and AI tools. The "3 S's" Framework: Success: How to define what an ideal business looks like for you (pricing, hours, and order volume) before accidentally falling into a burn-out trap. Systems: Why documented standard operating procedures (SOPs), scheduled marketing, and structured hiring processes are crucial for solo photographers and growing teams alike. Shortcuts: How to leverage outsourcing, virtual assistants, established business models, and coaching to accelerate your business growth. Actionable Business Advice: Strategies for overcoming price-raise anxiety, managing your calendar, and breaking big operational goals into manageable steps. Whether you're just starting out, looking to scale a team, or wanting to branch into architectural or hospitality media, Darryl offers practical wisdom and actionable steps to help you build a profitable, sustainable business. Connect with Darryl Stringer: Website: buildaphotographybusiness.com Social Media: @buildaphotobusiness
