In this episode, Robert Wall sits down with Tina Torres—author, entrepreneur, and founder of Pink Door Marketing—to unpack what it really means to build a personal brand through purpose, gratitude, and transformation. Tina shares her journey from rock bottom to bestselling author, including the breakdown that led to her breakthrough, and how journaling became her lifeline. From branding herself as “The Follow-Up Queen” to coaching authors through the emotional process of writing their first book, Tina has lived every chapter she teaches.

Together, they talk about navigating grief, divorce, dating, entrepreneurship, and what it takes to show up fully in your life and your business. This conversation is real, raw, and full of practical insight—whether you're writing your first book, rebranding after a hard season, or simply trying to find your footing again. If you’ve ever felt like your story was too messy to be useful, this episode will remind you: the mess is the message.

Key Takeaways

• Lead with gratitude: Tina’s journey proves that writing down just 3–5 things you’re thankful for daily can pull you out of despair and retrain your mindset for growth. Pen to paper—no apps needed.

• Brand yourself, not your job: Stop hiding behind company logos. Early in her career, Tina became “The Follow-Up Queen” simply by sending handwritten notes with her face on the card. People remember people.

• Use the storm as raw material: The hardest seasons—divorce, job loss, family betrayal—became the content for Tina’s first bestselling book. If you're in the thick of it, start documenting now. Healing and helping can happen side by side.

• Turn your story into a book: Whether DIY or done-for-you, Tina’s 120-day program proves you don’t need to be a writer—you just need a story. A book opens doors to stages, podcasts, and trust.

• Date with clarity: Tina met her fiancé after 99 worst first dates—because she got radically specific about what she wanted and wrote it down. Business goals work the same way: get clear, write the list, check the energy.

• Show up the same on and offline: Real connection comes when your public brand matches your private character. Tina’s audience trusts her because she’s the same person on Zoom, stage, or at the grocery store.

Your Host:

Robert Wall: 

Robert Wall is a best-selling author, transformational speaker, and sought-after business consultant who has driven over $28 million in new program launches across diverse industries. With deep expertise in leadership, operations, and business development, Robert has mentored executives, entrepreneurs, and creatives in aligning their personal growth with professional success.

As the founder of The Branding Collaborative and creator of the YOUniversal Brand Alignment method, he empowers individuals to lead with authenticity and live in alignment—heart, mind, and soul.

Whether on stage, in the studio, or in the boardroom, Robert brings real-world insight, unwavering faith, and a deep passion for helping others rise above challenges, reconnect with purpose, and build a life they don’t need a break from.

Learn more about Robert and download The Alignment Starter Kit at: brandingcollaborative.com 

Special Guest

Tina Torres:

Tina Torres-Wilson is a self-publishing expert and founder of Pink Door Marketing Agency, helping female entrepreneurs and coaches write, publish, and market their books to become best-selling authors. After overcoming personal hardships, she rebuilt her business and now empowers women to share their stories and grow their brands through her signature programs like Aspiring Authors Academy and 120 Days to Best Seller.  Learn More: ⁠pinkdoormarketingagency.com/ ⁠