Breaking Barriers in Property: Mastering the Art of Talking to Estate Agents with Rachel Ollington

In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson invites the amazing Rachel Ollington, who’s been running her own sales and lettings agency for the past 20 years. Athena’s on a mission to debunk the myth that estate agents are all scary and intimidating—and who better to help with that than Rachel, who’s lived the experience from the other side of the desk!To kick things off, Athena and Rachel share a good laugh, including the hilarious story of how Athena accidentally called Rachel ‘Rebecca’ for weeks—oops!Rachel then takes us back to where it all began, sharing how she first dipped her toes into the property world at 16, landing a job at an estate agency and how her love for real estate blossomed. The conversation heats up with some juicy property chat as they cover everything from the importance of viewings to mastering the work-life balance, the ins and outs of rent-to-rent properties, and even top tips for speaking to estate agents.The duo digs deep into the importance of building strong relationships in the property world, especially as your values and priorities evolve. They discuss how to tackle those rent-to-rent fears, why proactive communication is crucial, and how being authentic in business can lead to real success. Plus, Rachel and Athena chat about the power of personalised direct mail and how leaning into community can supercharge your property journey.Ultimately, it's all about building confidence, collaborating with others, and having fun along the way as you navigate the property world. Don’t miss this inspiring and playful conversation! How to Get Involved With The Girls in Property  👇 👩 Join our GIP Community 📞 Not sure it's for you? Book your FREE 15 min call 🧠 Find Your First/Next Step in Property with our FREE 3 min Quiz 💵 Book Your 1-1 90 min Flow & Alignment call with AthenaGet In Touch📷Girls in Property Instagram📧 [email protected]