588: Betting on Yourself: Hala Taha’s Journey From Fired DJ to 7-Figure CEO

May 28, 2025

Hala Taha, an entrepreneurial powerhouse and the host of the popular Young and Profiting podcast, shares her inspiring journey from being an unpaid intern to a 7-figure CEO. She discusses how a positive mindset can turn rejection into new opportunities and the importance of self-belief. Hala reveals her strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome through manifestation and affirmations. Her story showcases the resilience required to transition from a fired DJ to building a thriving media empire, encouraging listeners to pursue their dreams without waiting for permission.

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Dad's Inspiring Journey and Legacy

Hala Taha's father overcame poverty in Palestine through education and generosity.
His life inspired her resilience and starting her own company despite hardships.

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Turning Firing into Opportunity

After being fired from Hot 97 unfairly, Hala created her own successful blog and community.
She converted rejection into opportunity by taking control and building from scratch.

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MTV Setback and MBA Pivot

MTV canceled Hala's reality show two weeks before airing, causing her to lose hope.
She pivoted by quitting the blog and pursuing her MBA to rebuild.

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If you've ever been rejected, felt insecure, underestimated, or unsure whether you're "good enough" to achieve your dreams, this conversation will show you how a positive mindset and betting on yourself can turn rejection into redirection that leads to an even better opportunity.

In this powerful and inspirational episode, I'm sitting down with Hala Taha—an entrepreneur who hosts one of the top podcasts in the world (Young and Profiting) and built a media empire (YAP Media)—to uncover the story behind her rise from an unpaid intern to one of the most influential voices in podcasting and media.

Hala's journey to success certainly wasn't linear. She's been fired, rejected, overlooked, and discouraged, but with pure resilience and determination, she used each setback to sharpen her skills, build her brand, and expand her vision.

You'll hear how she used manifestation and affirmations to break through imposter syndrome and continued stacking skills to build a thriving media empire. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply ready for your next chapter, Hala's story proves that you don't have to wait for permission to succeed; you just need self-belief and a positive mindset to get started.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Why Hala’s Dad has been a huge inspiration in her life and many others
A positive mindset can turn rejection into a new opportunity
How to create your own lane when gatekeepers say “no”
Making the shift from an imposter syndrome mindset to an empowered one
The power of skill stacking to fuel long-term success
Why self-belief and the pursuit of excellence are business superpowers

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