On this episode of Beyond the Desk, Rachel talks about what has worked in their 2024/2025 Homeschool Classroom and what they plan on changing. She goes through different curriculum choices like Horizons Math and plans on doing a walkthrough of Notgrass U.S. History for Elementary School next month.

On this episode of Beyond the Desk, Rachel breaks down the latest NAR updates, focusing on key changes to Open Houses and Buyer Representation Agreements. She also shares insights from their most recent flip and sale, discussing the strategies used, challenges faced, and valuable lessons learned throughout the renovation process.

Last week Rachel taught a class for realtors about some social media best practices and we decided to share that class with you! You're going to learn about the Keller Williams 10-5-1 Engagement Strategy, some thoughts on how to use Google My Business, Good-Better-Best content and hopefully you'll be inspired to put your best foot forward in "Opening the Doors" to your digital storefront!

In this very special episode of the “Beyond the Desk Podcast,” Rachel Ferrell sits down with the esteemed Mrs. Felicia Jackson, a celebrated educator with a remarkable career at Cason Lane Academy and Overall Creek. Mrs. Jackson, a four-time Teacher of the Year, brings her vast experience and insights to a deep dive into the world of education. Together, Rachel and Mrs. Jackson discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of the teaching profession, shedding light on the real challenges faced by educators today.

Mrs. Jackson has recently authored a powerful book, “Overcoming the Challenges of Being a Teacher,” which addresses the myriad difficulties teachers encounter and how the education system often exacerbates these struggles, leading to burnout. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the realities of the education sector, the resilience of teachers, and the urgent need for systemic change. Join Rachel and Mrs. Jackson for a candid and enlightening conversation that highlights the dedication of teachers and the crucial support they need to thrive.

In today's episode, Rachel talks with Alex Walsh about why she got into Real Estate and some of the impactful moments early on that drove her business decisions. We talk about why working with Keller Williams has made a difference in her career. We also talk about what it's like having dual licensure the state of Maryland and Tennessee works for her. I love how everything Alex does is driven by her love of building genuine relationships and serving other people.

*Disclaimer: In true Rachel fashion, I got ahead of myself when talking about profit share. KW IS a publicly traded company and I only knew half of what I was saying. Please disregard that 5 second line of confusion and carry on with the rest of the show.