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Digging In is presented by Rooted Wealth Advisors and strives to establish a deeply rooted connection to your family, your finances, and your legacy.Today on the Digging In podcast, our host, Investment Advisor Representative, John Savarino, sits down with our Founder and CEO, Zach Gray, to go down memory lane about where we've come from and where we're going, literally, in our home office in Bourbonnais, IL. It's the commitment to excellence and elevated service that drives the heart of relationships for the Rooted Wealth Advisors' team with our clients and that all begins with a tone to always do "Whatever it Takes."Have questions about the home office or our Grand Opening this fall? Send them to jacqueline@rootedretirement.com------Visit our website: https://www.rootedretirement.comFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rooted_retirement/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rootedwealthadvisorsLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootedwealthadvisors------Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Rooted Wealth Advisors, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation.Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.
Digging In is presented by Rooted Wealth Advisors and strives to establish a deeply rooted connection to your family, your finances, and your legacy.Season Three of the Digging In Podcast is HERE and we have a host of new things on deck for you... including an actual NEW HOST!Mr. John Savarino, Investment Advisor Representative, (that you likely recognize from him YouTube series, Talking Money) has moved to long-form podcasting with us and we're beyond excited!For episode one, John dives in head first with our Founder, Zach Gray, to dig into our legacy of high standards and what that means for your Rooted Journey experience with our team. Have a question you want answered? Send them to jacqueline@rootedretirement.com------Visit our website: https://www.rootedretirement.comFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rooted_retirement/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rootedwealthadvisorsLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootedwealthadvisors------Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Rooted Wealth Advisors, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation.Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.
Digging In is presented by Rooted Wealth Advisors and strives to establish a deeply rooted connection to your family, your finances, and your legacy.Today, we sit down with Founder & CEO, Zach Gray, to discuss the development of expertise. Listen in as we dig in to coaching, growth, and the importance of surrounding yourself with someone who is already an expert to guide you along the way. At Rooted Wealth Advisors, we pride ourselves in continual development both personally and professionally.For recommendations on experts personally, professionally, or financially, please reach out to us at (866) 766-8332.------Visit our website: https://www.rootedretirement.comFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rooted_retirement/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rootedwealthadvisorsLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootedwealthadvisors------Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Rooted Wealth Advisors, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation.Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.
Welcome to Season 2 of the Digging In podcast! Digging In is presented by Rooted Wealth Advisors and strives to establish a deeply rooted connection to your family, your finances, and your legacy.- How much do you trust your current advisor?- How do financial advisors earn trust?- How is your advisor going above and beyond to earn and maintain your trust?We sit down with our Founder and CEO, Zach Gray, to discuss the through line of trust and relationship, on which our entire firm is built. ------Visit our website: https://www.rootedretirement.comFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rooted_retirement/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rootedwealthadvisorsLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootedwealthadvisors------Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Rooted Wealth Advisors, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation.Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.
Zach Gray is a dad, therapist, activist, abolitionist, and trauma survivor. I met Zach on TikTok where we found ourselves connecting around anti-racism work. He is a passionate voice for people experiencing suffering at the hands of white supremacy culture and I'm so grateful to call him my friend. You can find Zach on TikTok at his handle @FTPx1312
Welcome to Season 2 of the Digging In podcast! Digging In is presented by Rooted Wealth Advisors and strives to establish a deeply rooted connection to your family, your finances, and your legacy.This week we sit down with the Founder of Rooted Wealth Advisors, Zach Gray to discuss not only his own recent travels, but what some of the benefits of retiring to a different state may include. State income tax, estate taxes, and property taxes can be major dollar amounts that you could possibly find some savings in by moving to a different state. We also crack open the list of the 10 Most Expensive States to live in! Tune in to see if we list the state where you live, or are planning to retire in. After that we get into some of the more affordable places to retire in the good old USA. Kinch is excited to drop his favorite line from The Field of Dreams in a reference to Iowa!#financialeducation #financialfreedom #retirement #retirementplanning #taxtips ------Visit our website: https://www.rootedretirement.comFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rooted_retirement/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rootedwealthadvisorsLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootedwealthadvisors------Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Rooted Wealth Advisors, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation.Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.
Digging In is presented by Rooted Wealth Advisors and strives to establish a deeply rooted connection to your family, your finances, and your legacy.Join us in Season 2 as our Founder, Zach Gray, shares the exhilarating journey of summiting a major personal goal. From conquering personal milestones to navigating the challenges of mounting inflation, Zach dives into the impact on our spending power and offers invaluable insights on how to navigate and fortify our personal finances in an evolving economic landscape. Don't miss this empowering episode filled with practical tips for financial resilience and some key pieces to help with financial comfort and longevity.------Visit our website: https://www.rootedretirement.comFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rooted_retirement/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rootedwealthadvisorsLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootedwealthadvisors------Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Rooted Wealth Advisors, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation.Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.
Welcome to the Digging In Podcast! Digging In presented by Rooted Wealth Advisors strives to establish a deeply rooted connection to your family, your finances, and your legacy.What does it take to be an Entrepreneur? What does it take to make something out of nothing? In today's world entrepreneur's are lauded & sought after for advice. But it's not as easy as it looks. In today's episode we sit down with "serial entrepreneur" Zach Gray to discuss the many businesses he's owned and been involved in over the years & why he's so hyper focused on Rooted Wealth Advisors and helping people.------Visit our website: https://www.rootedretirement.comFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rooted_retirement/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rootedwealthadvisorsLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootedwealthadvisors------Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Rooted Wealth Advisors, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation.Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.
Zach Gray is more than simply a white guy from Michigan! He is very intentional about empowering individuals and families to reach their fullest potential. In Zach's Psychology Today profile he says, "our stories and life experiences are valuable and important; they inform the way we navigate and see the world". Zach believes it is possible to find healing and create change in one's life in a way that helps you find the best quality of life." Zach has lived through it and come out on the other side. I believe that we are worth all of the hard work to get to where we want to be. His clinical interests include trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, interpersonal dynamics, substance use needs, relationship issues, anger management, self-exploration, and identity development. He is intentional about creating a safe and accepting space for individuals of all different backgrounds and walks of life. Cultural competency is important to him and it is something he consistently learns about both through education and the stories from individuals within his community. He values and respects everyones life experiences.What You Will Hear:Zach's background and how he got into social workSocial mediaTraumatic brain injuryAdopting and raising black and brown childrenTherapyCentering black voicesMixed race familyQuotes:“We are here for a very short amount of time and the issues of white supremacy and racism Justice, they're life or death And I need as a white person other white people to understand that we can't just have gentle calm conversations about things that are taking people's lives”“the one thing that has given me longevity is being authentic and standing in my truth.”MentionedTiktokInstagram facebook
Join David Molnar and Zach Gray as they give you an exclusive inside glance to what TPM PRO offers. Are you ready to chase your phtoography dreams and turn your photography passion into a profit? TPM PRO is the course you need!
Join TPM mentors Zach Gray and Josh Wood on the Photography Mentor Podcast where Zach shares his 3 secrets to location flash photography and gives you the simple formula that has helped him create world class images over the years!
Welcome to our new Podcast! Digging In presented by Rooted Wealth Advisors strives to establish a deeply rooted connection to your family, your finances, and your legacy.In our Kick Off episode we meet the Founder of Rooted Wealth Advisors, Zach Gray, as he dives into his history and how he ended up becoming a Financial Advisor. It's a story that you're going to want to hear!------Visit our website: https://www.rootedretirement.comFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rooted_retirement/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rootedwealthadvisorsLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rootedwealthadvisors------Opinions expressed herein are solely those of Rooted Wealth Advisors, unless otherwise specifically cited. Material presented is believed to be from reliable sources, but no representations are made by our firm as to another parties' informational accuracy or completeness. Content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be used or construed as investment advice or a recommendation regarding the purchase or sale of any security. There is no guarantee that any statements, opinions or forecasts provided herein will prove to be correct. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant or legal counsel prior to implementation.Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Indices are not available for direct investment. Any investor who attempts to mimic the performance of an index would incur fees and expenses which would reduce returns. Securities investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.
The last time you and I talked – it was 2021. Now, it's 2022. Everything is so totally different and new since then, right? No. No it isn't. And that kind of includes this weeks episode of The Road The Stage! This is Part Two of our favourite moments of TRTS in 2021. Never forget where you come from. This week we hear from The Elwins, Brandon Wolfe Scott, Zach Gray from The Zolas AND LOTS MORE. That isn't even HALF of it. But this episode IS half of our Best Of 2021. Dinner is served! As always, The Road The Stage is recorded and produced at Communal Creative Studios in Red Deer, Alberta. Subscribe to the CCS YouTube channel. That should be New Year resolution #1.
Another from the Live From My Bachelor Pad Vault, and thus originally live-streamed in April of 2020, here's my conversation with the lead singer of Vancouver-based rock band, The Zolas. We cover his love of Britpop and its inspiration on their latest record, "Come To Life". His love of Ultimate (Frisbee), Chorus/Flange effects, two cats, and the tall guy at the back of the show (himself). The Zolas Linktree The Zolas Website What was That? ★ Support this podcast ★
Mike, Max, and Shane contemplate the concept of lotteries and their own personal level of participation. Then, they welcome feature guest and lead singer of The Zolas, Zach Gray. They talk about The Zolas' new album “Come Back To Life”, a magical night Zach & Max shared at SXSW, Minnesota hockey hair, and high school improv. Finally, Shane digs deeper on Max's recent cottage excursion. Produced in association with Much Studios.
How long does it take to build your application? When you build your application are you rebuilding the entire universe, or are you using incremental build caching? For some applications, build times are perfectly acceptable, and there are no major complexities around building the application. For others, the build time is unacceptable, is impacting the developer experience, and perhaps most importantly, it is causing your organization money. So, what is your organization to do?There are a few organizations that manage development scale at the largest level, and one of those organizations is Google. All source code at Google is part of the google3 monolithic repository, and further, building applications can be complex. Google set out to solve this problem and built Blaze, and then released Bazel as an open-source project in 2015. In this show, we learned from Zack Gray, from Flare.build, about how Bazel is an automated tool for building and testing. Bazel is language and framework agnostic, meaning, it can be used to build and test not just TypeScript and JavaScript, but any language. Further, Bazel leverages parallelization, enabling the tool to build multiple aspects/modules of your application simultaneously. This also leads to building and testing across many machines. Finally, Bazel is smart enough to only build the artifacts that need to be re-built. This leads to incredible performance and reliability.If Blaze sounds like a potential solution for you, then this is an episode of the Angular Show that you will want to listen to. Finally, if you need help with building, running, configuring, and extending Blaze, then be sure to reach out to Zach and the team at Flare.build.Connect with us:Zach Gray - @zachgray_ioBrian F Love - @brian_loveJennifer Wadella - @likeOMGitsFEDAYAaron Frost - @aaronfrost
On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman introduce Zach Gray, the newest Business Mentor in The Photo Mentorship. Zach shares some of his personal story and insightful photography and business knowledge.
For episode 2 we talk about britpop, loops, and the Zola's upcoming record with leader singer and guitarist Zach Gray. Featured songs: I feel the transition - The Zola's Columbia - Oasis Born Slippy - Underworld #1 Crush - Garbage Lonely Soul - UNKLE (Richard Ashcroft) Doorman - Slowthai Young Dicaprio - The Zolas
This week, Kevvy is in LA so he asked both Zach Gray and Andrea Jin to step in for him to cause some conflama- they fight to the death. Together, Zach and Andrea make fun of Alexi for being basic and liking overnight oats, we learn some cockney slang, reflect on the times we've gotten revenge on businesses, and Andrea wants to be rich so she can do evil things- we discuss. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This week, our guest is Zach Gray of The Zolas! We share some hot takes about hockey and ultimate frisbee, we tell our best fight stories, and Zach tells us about the time he ripped a phone thief's pants right off! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
It’s another great Kickstarter doubleheader this week in Episode 435! We start things off with a fun conversation with Barb Kaalberg from the fascinating comic Divinity from Silverline Comics. There’s a Kickstarter underway for this debut issue, which is described this way: “Eleven year old Divinity Gray's life changes forever after the suspicious death of her parents. Marine Sgt. Zach Gray, the older brother she barely knows, becomes her guardian, but when he discovers Divinity's mysterious healing powers, their lives take a dangerous turn. With the help of a few friends, Zach and Divinity must go on the run to keep Divinity--and her powers--out of the hands of an evil cabal.” We talk about the series, why this comic shows that Barb is more than just a terrific inker, and what she has in store for us in the months ahead! We also touch on the other book included in this Kickstarter, which is Twilight Grimm #1, so be sure to support this great pairing today! Then everything concludes with my great conversation with Jonathan Hedrick from Freakshow Princess and Capable! Jonathan has a Kickstarter happening right now to support issues #1 and #2 of Capable, so we talk about how these books were created, who the characters are, and what Jonathan has coming, including a just-announced series from Scout Comics called The Recount! Here’s how Capable is described: “Derik Davidson is just your average high school kid. He's shy, awkward, bullied, and he happens to use a wheelchair. But suddenly Derik's world turns upside down when he wakes up with the power of super speed! What will Derik do with this new power and who else has become super capable?” Be sure to support this high-power project as soon as you listen to this episode!
Industry 4.0, Automation and 3D printing are three of the hottest topics in manufacturing, and this podcast targets all three! Listen in as Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Steve Fruehe, pre-sales solutions consultant, and Zach Gray, strategic business developer for Siemens about the basics of digitalization; approaches to gathering and storing the required data; and how app development figures into the equation. We also discuss new products and services for the fabrication and additive markets; how robotics has changed the landscape of fabrication and additive manufacturing; and what’s happening at the Siemens Additive Manufacturing Experience Center in Germany.
The future is here! The way we currently market our livestock is all about to change with Modern Livestock. Zach and Henry share how the new ways of digital marketing are changing the game! We at Stock Talk have used their platform ourselves and have noticed huge results.Zach also touches on how he uses his financial profession in the livestock world and shares his story on becoming who he is today.HUGE NEWS COMING THIS WEEK! STAY TUNED! Buy merch: https://www.stocktalk-podcast.com/Bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/stocktalkpodcastModern Livestock Advertising: https://modernlivestock.com/Support the show (https://www.facebook.com/TheStockTalkPodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour)
Zach provides practical financial management solutions for producers and families alike.
Joined by guest Zach Gray, XYZ strolls through a winding conversation about diverse topics ranging from all kinds of history, classic Disney animation, to Star Wars. It's a lot. Of everything.
On this show, we talked about the reasons why people fail to have a successful retirement, the variables to be considered and how to get started with Zach Gray, CPRC, LACP and Investment Advisor Representative with Wall Street Financial Group. Listen to learn a set by step process for planning your retirement! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:45! You can learn more about Zach at WallStreetFinancialGroup.org, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Interested in starting your own podcast? Click HERE Please subscribe to the show however you’re listening, leave a review and share it with someone who appreciates good ideas. You can learn more about the show at GeorgeGrombacher.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook or contact George at Contact@GeorgeGrombacher.com. Check out Money Alignment Academy as well!
Eddy and special guest host Zach Gray are back and just in time for a Ducks win!! The Ducks bounce back with a 4-3 win over the Canucks. Topics Discussed include Josh Mahura’s first NHL point, Troy Terry extends his point streak to ten games in San Diego, Montour to Pittsburgh? And Are the Ducks sellers?... All that and MORE on the newest edition of the Forever Mighty Podcast!Our Patreon is here! Check out all the bonus content we are bringing you. We've given you options, but any and every contribution helps us continue to run the show at full capacity! The shows as you know them remain free but we will be providing some awesome bonus content for those who decide to contribute to the show. https://www.patreon.com/puckguysforevermightyCheck us out on Twitter @ForeverMightyFM and Instagram @forevermightypod for updates on giveaways, new episodes, and more! If you liked the show be sure to head over to iTunes and give us a rating and review, we really appreciate them!
On this episode of IT Visionaries, we welcome Zach Gray, Chief Technical Officer of MS Companies, an organization that provides workforce solutions to manufacturing companies to help increase their efficiency. Zach shares with us how he scaled innovation and application development at MS Companies through Citizen Development, and what the future looks like where everyone, not just IT, builds apps. IT Visionaries is brought to you by the Lightning Platform by Salesforce. The Lightning Platform is a leading cloud platform that makes building AI-powered apps faster and easier. With Salesforce, now everyone is empowered to build apps for their organization! Learn more at salesforce.com/buildapps Salesforce and MIT recently teamed up to create a whitepaper exploring what happens when AI meets CRM Read AI meets CRM: An MIT Tech Review Whitepaper Thank you for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to IT Visionaries and rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. The Mission publishes the #1 newsletter for accelerated learning. Join our community of hundreds and thousands at themission.co/subscribe
In this podcast we chat while on our way back from helping our good friend Zach Gray with an upcoming lighting video series. We randomly chat about Western Digital, Guitar Builds, and the meaning of Tolls.
Zach Gray has taught the business of photography and is ready to share some words of wisdom with you. Hear his three part process of qualifying leads, giving the best experience, and efficiently delivering the final product. Learn how you can streamline your photography business to success. To get more information, check Zach out at www.zachandjody.com. This podcast is brought to you by photographersedit.com, custom post-production for the wedding and portrait photographer. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
"Hate" is a strong word; the word your mother told you not to use. So here I go: Jared Platt HATES to see Photographers needlessly squandering time. HATES it. Are you using your time for worst, good, better, or best? How can you work in the "best?" Jared has a word for you today! He's a wedding & lifestyle photographer himself, and he now spends a great deal of time teaching. [Hint: He's not a teacher-by-default. Listen in on his educational pedigree.] Some of the highlights of my conversation with Jared at Imaging USA 2016: The power of Photography as an artform. "We are professional liars." How is he teaching Photogs how to get their work done--faster? Why he doesn't believe that family portraits belong at a wedding. What is lifestyle photography? How is this not like traditional portrait photography? The opposite idea of "culling" photos--not rejecting the worst, but PICKING the best! Common pitfalls Photographers make. The systemic problem in our industry. "The desire for Photographers to do everything themselves is a really bad idea." -Jared Platt How can you learn more, and take advantage of the resources Jared Platt has to offer? Simple! CLICK HERE. What about the other resources he mentions? Here you go . . . CREATIVE LIVE | ZACH GRAY'S RESOURCES | SHOOT.DOT.EDIT Just in case you missed the previous PhotoTellers conversation with Zach Gray (who patiently endured our abuse during this conversation): http://firesidenetwork.com/zach-and-jody-photography/
One of the best ways to differentiate yourself in your market is by mastering off-camera flash. It sets your work apart from your competition and allows you to charge premium prices. That's why I invited Zach Gray on this week's show. Zach Gray needs no introduction. In the wedding photography world, you'd be hard pressed to find a photographer more knowledgeable about off-camera flash than Zach. He's a member of the exclusive Sandisk extreme team, has personally instructed over 1200+ photographers through his live workshops, been a regular on CreativeLive, is one of Wescott's top endorsed pros and his work has been featured everywhere from People Magazine to Rangefinder. In this episode of the SFP podcast, we'll be discussing how to actually go about learning off-camera flash as well as a ton of other valuable advice from one of the best wedding photographers in the world. What You'll Learn Why it's not enough to be a natural light photographer How to set up off-camera lighting in a time crunch (i.e receptions) What the "experience" based economy is The "marketing machine" Zach uses to get clients The #1 piece of gear Zach thinks is undervalued The lighting system that gets him world class results Want to learn all of Zach and Jody’s behind the scenes tricks to nail your flash shots with ease? Sign up for Zach & Jody’s free “3 Simple Steps To Off-Camera Flash” webinar. Resources Mentioned Zach and Jody's Website Inverse Square Law Example Cheetah Stand Westcott Rapid Box Canon 600 EX-RT Speedlight Love Is The Killer App by Tim Sanders Luke and Cat Podcast Interview Profoto B1 Vagabond Mini Elinchrom Ranger Quadra Westcott Rapid Box Octa XL Westcott Rapid Box Octa XXL Sekonic L-358 Flash Master Light Meter Sekonic L-478D LiteMaster Pro Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill The Off-Camera Lighting Portrait System Zach and Jody Client Questionnaire Sponsors Fundy Software Photo Booth Supply Co.
By most common benchmarks, Zach Gray shouldn't be a success. If you're dreaming of a successful photography career, and you've amassed a list of "Why I can't" excuses, today's conversation will be inspiring, humbling, or just plain irritating. Zach Gray and his wife, Jody, have carved out an enviable spot in the world of wedding photographers. Among portrait Photographers, they're also highly-respected business mentors. Zach Gray of Zach & Jody Photography walks us through his journey from 3rd grade education, to earning his GED, to 22 year-old tie salesman, to broke musician. Today, he and his wife Jody are renowned wedding Photographers, and business mentors to other Photographers. The "secret sauce" that changed everything for Zach Gray? The power of belief. In 2008, at the onset of the economic crash, Jody quit her day job, committing herself to their new brand. Their goal? [su_quote cite="Zach Gray"]In 5 years, we wanted to have clients that loved us, and we wanted to be making a 6-figure NET income. Click to tweet.[/su_quote] They DRAMATICALLY missed their 5-year plan. What else can you expect from today's conversation? Like a true professional, Bill immediately insults his guest. Hear Zach's opinion of the 2 most common mistakes that Photographers make. Discover the most rewarding moment of Zach & Jody's photographic career (HINT: it doesn't include a camera). Learn the tidbit of advice that shapes all of Zach's relationships, and his admonition to you.