Everyone wants to get paid to speak, but few know how to turn it into a real career.

In this episode, Torin Ellis joins Rhona Pierce to break down the business behind the mic — from commanding rooms and carving your niche to staying relevant in a space that changes overnight.

You’ll learn:

• How to turn free speaking gigs into paid opportunities

• The mindset shift that keeps your message authentic (even when the world isn’t)

• When to raise your rates — and how much

• The power of relationships in getting booked

• Why “caring about people” will always be timeless advice

Plus, in the Time to Confess segment:

• Torin reveals the surprising songs on his pre-stage playlist
• The one event he’ll never speak at again
• And the biggest misconception people have about him

CONNECT WITH US:

• Connect With Torin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/torinellis/
• Connect with Rhona on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/

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