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Awesomely Off-Topic: Books, Brands, Business and Everything Else We’re Not Supposed to Say Out Loud

🎙️ S2 Episode 2: The First Time Someone Paid For Our Brains

March 31, 2026·52 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Do you remember the first time someone paid you for what’s in your head… not what’s in your hands? In this episode, we rewind to the messy, brilliant, slightly chaotic beginnings of getting paid for our brains. From £45 “I’ll charge you for my time then” moments… to kitchen table strategy sessions… to building a business off the back of relationships, reputation and being brave enough to ask. We talk about: The shift from “can I pick your brain?” to “here’s my rate”Why most people underestima...

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