Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing)

If we want to improve ourselves and build strong relationships with others, we have to start at the root of everything: human nature. Best-selling author and expert in human nature, Robert Greene believes that by understanding the drives and motivations of ourselves and those around us, we can improve ourselves and thrive. In this episode, Hala and Robert talk about the Laws of Human Nature, inclu...

How do you react to challenging situations and interactions? Are you able to express empathy and understanding even when you’re feeling frustrated and unheard? If so, you might have high emotional intelligence (EQ). A high EQ is one of the most important skill sets you can have if you want to thrive in and outside of the office. People with high EQ are more likely to be effective communicators, pr...

Part two of the NFT Live Clubhouse series goes deep on NFTs for creators. In this episode, Hala, Maria, JB the Wizard, Cesar, and QuHarrison talk about the innovation NFTs brought to the art world, how artists are benefiting from NFTs financially and beyond, minting, whitelisting, gas fees, three elements you need for a successful roadmap, predictions for the future of NFTs, and so much more.  Top...

We all want to be happy, but what does happiness really mean and can anyone achieve it? Happiness experts Laura Day and Amy Green Smith believe so, but happiness is something that must be nourished and cultivated. Being happy doesn’t mean that you won’t ever be upset, sad, or frustrated, but instead that you’ll be better able to cope with these emotions and have a better life overall. Happiness is...

A couple of years ago, Stacey Smith found out that a male colleague in a similar role was making $20k more than she was. In the fashion of any true reporter, Stacey started researching the gender gap in the workplace, exploring everything from why women make less money to why there are fewer women in leadership roles. In this episode, Hala and Stacey talk about sexism in the workplace, the gender...

Leading technology innovator, serial entrepreneur, industry disruptor, and best-selling author Jay Samit believes with the right tools anyone can become a millionaire. In his new book, Future-Proofing You, Jay shares the 12 truths necessary for becoming rich and never needing a job again. Sound impossible? Jay can prove that it works! Jay mentored a millennial on welfare and under Jay’s mentorship...

If you’ve ever listened to a podcast, you likely know who Hala Taha is. Hala is a #1 podcaster, fondly referred to as “the podcasting princess.” On Hala’s podcast, Young and Profiting, she’s interviewed guests like Matthew McConaughey, Seth Godin, Gretchen Rubin, Jordan Harbinger, and more. In the first year of starting her business, Young and Profiting, Hala made $2 million in revenue, and on top...

In 2017, Danny Casale noticed how negative and polarizing the internet was. He sat down at his computer for a couple of hours and created a humourous video animation about misinformation on the internet. This video was “Snakes Have Legs” and today has tens of millions of views. Since this video took off, Danny has been able to turn his passion into a very lucrative career. He has over eight millio...

NFTs, or Non-Fungible Tokens, are one-of-a-kind digital assets that are bought and sold online. NFTs are changing the future of ownership, investment, and how we use technology. In this episode, Hala and NFT experts, educators, and creators, Ben Yu, John Kraski, Brian Esposito, and Ashley France define NFT, discuss why NFTs took off in 2021, talk about how to avoid scams, the importance of communi...

Have you ever been completely in the zone? Hours go by without you noticing, your creativity and productivity seem to be off the charts? Or you’re out for a run and your pain and exhaustion seem to fall away, and you are only focused on that exact moment? If so, you’ve been in a flow state. A flow state is a place of high productivity, creativity, and happiness. It’s when we are living in the mome...

Transformational guide, speaker, and author, Kute Blackson knows that this is possible for each of us. He believes that by trusting your instincts, following your soul, and surrendering, you can find your true calling and live an authentic life. How does Kute know this? Because he has lived it himself. Kute grew up the son of a respected spiritual leader. By age 8, Kute was speaking to his father'...

Are you curious about starting a side hustle? Side hustles are ways to earn extra income in addition to your full-time job, and if done correctly, you can turn your side hustle into a successful career. This is how Hala Taha became a #1 podcaster and the CEO of YAP Media.  Hala was working full-time at Disney when she started Young and Profiting as a side hustle. Through sacrifice, managing and ma...

Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt uncomfortable? Or felt entirely at ease with a complete stranger? If so, you’re likely picking up these vibes from non-verbal cues. In this episode, Hala talks with human behavior experts Mark Bowden, Chase Hughes, Blanca Cobb, and Amilya Antonetti about how we can use our body language to give off a good first impression, counter measuring the...

Before Maria Brito was the curator, art disrupter, and tastemaker we know her as today, she was working as a lawyer in New York City. She was unfulfilled and overworked, so she quit, and made herself into a thriving innovator and entrepreneur. But, what truly changed Maria’s life were the lessons about the power of creativity she’s learned along the way.  As entrepreneurs, business owners, and emp...

Persuasion is arguably the most important skill you can have. It plays a role in everything we do from negotiations and conversations to our understanding of the world through news and media.   If you know how to be persuasive you can grow your business, get what you want, and even avoid being persuaded yourself.   Scott Adams, most well known as the creator of the Dilbert comic strip, is a master...

For the first time in history, we are being offered an alternative to traditional financial gatekeepers like governments and banks.  Cryptocurrency allows value to be exchanged directly from person to person. This is one of the things that is so exciting about cryptocurrency. It truly has the potential to change how we conduct business, handle monetary transactions, store value, and so much more....

Deepa Purushothaman knows what it feels like to be the only minority in a room. She spent 20 years working for Deloitte, where she was the first Indian-American woman and one of the youngest people to make partner in the company’s history.  At the time, there was no one who looked like Deepa in a similar role. She had no one to look up to or seek advice from, so she told herself “If I don’t see it...

Mental health is a topic that has been taboo for decades. The stigma and shame around mental health mean many people don’t get the help and support they need and end up suffering and struggling in silence.  There has been a reported increase in panic disorders, anxiety, stress, and more, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mental health is the pandemic that isn’t being talked about. We can no longer aff...

These days, we are constantly battling distractions. They’re everywhere. They're on our phones, our computers, and our slack channels. With our devices constantly demanding our attention, it seems harder to stay focused than ever before. Productivity experts Nir Eyal and Ethan Kross have studied the psychology behind distraction and have proven techniques to improve focus and productivity. By limi...

Have you ever wanted to start a business, but felt like you lacked the proper resources? Good news: you already have all that you need!  This week on YAP we’re chatting with Ryan Blair, a massively successful entrepreneur, author, and spiritualist.  While Ryan’s accomplishments are incredibly impressive on their own, they’re even more shocking when you learn about his backstory. He grew up in an a...

We enter into negotiations big and small every day! Our ability to navigate these negotiations is often the deciding factor in us getting what we want or not getting what we want. But just the thought of “entering into a negotiation with someone” can be uncomfortable or even intimidating. We picture ourselves stuck in a win/lose scenario that ends with us being a winner or a loser. My guests today...

This week on YAP, we’re chatting with Jonah Berger, NYT best-selling author, full-time professor at Wharton University and a world-renowned expert on change, influence, and consumer behavior.  Ever since he was a kid, Jonah had an eye for patterns and data. At age 7, he tested at genius IQ levels, AND he got near-perfect SAT scores in high school. His mathematical, detail-oriented mind makes him e...

Join Hala for a live Young and Profiting Episode with Derrick Kinney on LinkedinLive! Derrick Kinney is the CEO of Good Money Framework, and the host of Good Money Podcast. He has been named a Best-In-State Financial Advisor by Forbes Magazine, and has been featured in several interviews conducted by the Wall Street Journal, CNBC, Fox News, Money Magazine, and multiple primetime shows. Derrick is...

Are you struggling to get everything off your agenda? Does it seem as if it is piling up? If you thought ‘yes’, you’re not alone!   In today’s culture, a lot of us feel the need to always be productive. Constantly needing to check things off our mile-long to-do list gives us a sense of control and accomplishment. But this mindset surrounding productivity can quickly turn into a slippery slope lead...

Burnout is at frighteningly high levels. Learn how to combat it with the practice of groundedness!  This week on YAP, we’re chatting with Brad Stulburg, author, coach, and co-creator of The Growth Equation. Brad is the author of two best-selling books: The Practice of Groundedness and Peak Performance. They have sold more than 250,000 copies and have been translated into more than 20 languages. Br...