What if the difference between “just another listing” and a fast sale is one powerful story? This week, John Reed, founder of Ohio Real Estate Media, joins Columbus Brick by Brick to unpack his journey from car photography and DoorDash gigs to becoming a trusted media partner for top-tier Realtors across Columbus.

Hosted by Jon Styer, broker and owner of Styer Real Estate Professionals, this podcast shines a light on the people, projects, and ideas shaping the future of Columbus—one conversation at a time.

🎧 In this episode, we cover:

John’s unexpected entry into photography through Uber, DoorDash, and side hustles

The breakthrough moment that shifted him from freelance work to full-service media

How real estate professionals can use compelling visual content to build trust and close deals faster

Why mentorship, mindset, and media mastery are essential to long-term growth

His honest take on AI, branding, and what separates real value from flash in the real estate marketing space

Tips for agents on being confident on camera and leveraging media to scale

🎯 Whether you’re an agent looking to level up your listings, a creative trying to break into real estate media, or a local business owner seeking growth through storytelling—this episode is packed with practical insights and Columbus-rooted inspiration.

Links Mentioned:

John Reed's Company: https://www.ohiorealestatemedia.com/

John's Instagram: @ohiorealestatemedia

Podcast Website: https://www.ColumbusBrickbyBrick.com

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