Talent Matters Podcast – Episode: #18 – Rory O’ConnorIn this episode of Talent Matters Podcast, host Donal O'Donoghue sits down with the multi-talented Rory O'Connor, the mastermind behind Rory's Stories. Rory shares his inspiringjourney from growing up in Ashbourne, Co. Meath to becoming a renowned content creatorwith over 2 billion video views and more than 1 million followers. He delves into histransition from online success to live performances, television, and authorship, including hisaccomplishment of writing five best-selling books.Key Discussion Points:Early Life in Ashbourne: Rory reminisces about his upbringing in the small town ofAshbourne. Insights into his family, community, and the influences that shaped his earlyyears.Starting Rory's Stories: How Rory identified the need for relatable Irish humour and begancreating content. The initial challenges and breakthroughs in gaining an online following.Key moments and viral videos that propelled Rory's Stories to massive popularity.Navigating Work and Content Creation: Balancing a regular job while nurturing his creativepursuits. The decision to fully commit to Rory's Stories as a career. Strategies for growingand engaging a loyal audience.Expansion to Live Shows: Transitioning from digital content to live performances. Theexcitement and challenges of performing in front of live audiences. Memorable experiencesand fan interactions during live shows.Television Ventures: Rory's journey into the world of TV. Behind-the-scenes stories from histelevision projects. How television expanded his reach and influenced his career.Authorship and Best-Selling Books: The motivation behind writing his books. An overviewof his five best-selling titles. The writing process and the reception of his books by readers.Future Plans and Aspirations: Rory shares his vision for the future of Rory's Stories.Upcoming projects and goals he aims to achieve. His perspective on the evolving landscapeof digital content and entertainment.Resources Mentioned:Rory's Stories Website: https://rorysstories.ie/Rory's Social Media Handles: www.instagram.com/rorysstoriesofficialClosing Thoughts: Donal O'Donoghue wraps up the episode by highlighting the importanceof perseverance and passion in pursuing one's dreams. Rory O'Connor's story is a testamentto how talent, hard work, and authenticity can lead to extraordinary success.Subscribe to Talent Matters Podcast for more inspiring episodes.Follow Rory O'Connor on social media to stay updated on his latest projects.Leave a review and share this episode with friends and colleagues who might find Rory'sjourney motivating.**Contact Info:**- Podcast Email: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube and follow our Instagram @talentmatters_podcastTune in to this episode for an engaging and motivational conversation with Rory O'Connor, atrue testament to the power of storytelling and creativity.Don't miss this fascinating episode!Enjoy it on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.Stay updated with the latest episodes and insights from Talent Matters by subscribing to ourYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@talentmatters_podcast and follow our Instagram:www.instagram.com/talentmatters_podcastRecorded at Factory 44 Studios in Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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