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

When Brad Stulberg was 31 years old, he suddenly developed Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. His mind was plagued with thoughts of self-harm and depression. He quickly sought out therapy, and in the process of getting help, he learned about what it means to be grounded and how mindfulness can help us navigate the suffering of everyday life. Since then, Brad has established himself as a top expert in sustainable excellence, mental health, and authentic success. In this episode of YAPClassic, Brad teaches us how to be grounded through tactics like combatting heroic individualistic thinking, distancing ourselves from our emotions, and intentionally seeking out community. Brad Stulberg is a bestselling author, coach, and co-creator of The Growth Equation, an online platform dedicated to defining and attaining a more fulfilling and sustainable kind of success. With more than 400,000 copies sold in 20 languages, his books have been helping people express their potential, avoid burnout, and attain a more sustainable and genuine kind of excellence. In this episode, Hala and Brad will discuss:- How getting diagnosed with OCD changed Brad’s definition of peak performance- The problem with heroic individualism- Signs of a heroic individualist mindset- How to combat heroic individualism- What does it really mean to be present?- How hyper-productivity can harm your long-term goals- The benefits of self-distancing- Why you need to accept where you are in order to grow- How to be emotionally flexible- How community can keep you grounded and present- And other topics… Brad Stulberg is the author of four books: Master of Change, The Practice of Groundedness, Peak Performance, and The Passion Paradox. With more than 400,000 copies sold in 20 languages, his books have been helping people express their potential, avoid burnout, and attain a more sustainable and genuine kind of excellence. Brad coaches executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes on their performance and overall well-being and spends his time as a co-creator for The Growth Equation, an online platform dedicated to defining and attaining a more fulfilling kind of success. His work has appeared in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Wired, New Yorker, Forbes, GQ, Time, and more.LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.Resources Mentioned:Brad’s Books: https://www.bradstulberg.com/books Brad’s Website: https://www.bradstulberg.com Brad’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-stulberg-009b168b Brad’s Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thegrowthequation/?hl=en Brad’s Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/bstulberg Brad’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BradStulberg/Sponsored By: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyRelay - Sign up for FREE! Go to relayfi.com/profiting**Relay is a financial technology company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services and FDIC insurance provided through Evolve Bank & Trust and Thread Bank; Members FDIC. The Relay Visa® Debit Card is issued by Thread Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa® debit cards are accepted.More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com  Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfitingFollow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhalaLearn more about YAP Media Agency Services - yapmedia.io/

Rachel Rodgers, a self-made millionaire who grew up in a low-income household in Queens, shares her journey from poverty to success. She discusses the importance of financial security, making million-dollar decisions, and helping marginalized communities make money. Other topics include transitioning from law to business coaching, valuing yourself correctly, and the hazards of being a solo entrepreneur.

Hortense le Gentil felt stuck. Despite having a successful career in advertising in Paris, she didn’t know her purpose and she was unhappy in her marriage. Everything had gone South, or West, as they say in France. One night she had a dream about her grandmother and it unlocked her. She decided to start her life and her career over from scratch. She left her marriage and her corporate job and launched herself as an entrepreneur at age 40. Now, Hortense is a world-renowned executive leadership coach. In today’s episode, Hortense shares some of her top insights about leadership, including how executives, business owners, and entrepreneurs can move from being heroes to human leaders.Hortense le Gentil’s latest book is The Unlocked Leader: Dare to Free Your Own Voice, Lead With Empathy, and Shine Your Light in the World. Le Gentil’s thought leadership is informed by 30 years in business, working across industries including media consulting and advertising—and as an entrepreneur. In this episode, Hala and Hortense will discuss:- Why we need human leaders and not heroes- What horse jumping can teach you about leadership- How to become a more authentic leader- Identifying the mindtraps that are holding you back- How we can activate our “Gandhi neurons”- Ways to break free from our old beliefs- The benefits of writing your own eulogy- And other topics… Hortense le Gentil is a world-renowned executive leadership coach, speaker, and author. Her coaching work focuses on CEOs and senior executives on their journey from hero leaders to human leaders. Her latest book is The Unlocked Leader: Dare to Free Your Own Voice, Lead With Empathy, and Shine Your Light in the World. Le Gentil’s thought leadership is informed by 30 years in business, working across industries including media consulting and advertising—and as an entrepreneur. She was a 2021 and 2023 nominee for the Thinkers 50 Coaching and Mentoring Awards and has been ranked #5 on the Global Gurus list by World Management Global Gurus. Her thought leadership has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc., Business Insider, and ThriveGlobal.com.Resources Mentioned:Hortense’s Website: https://www.hortenselegentil.com/Hortense’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hortenselegentil/Hortense’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/hortenselegHortense’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hortenselegentil/Hortense’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hortenselg/Hortense’s latest book, The Unlocked Leader: Dare to Free Your Own Voice, Lead With Empathy, and Shine Your Light in the World: https://www.amazon.com/Unlocked-Leader-Voice-Empathy-Shine/dp/1394152930/ LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.  Key YAP LinksReviews - ratethispodcast.com/yapYoutube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfitingLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.comTranscripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-newEntrepreneurship, entrepreneurship podcast, Business, Business podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal development, Starting a business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side hustle, Startup, mental health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth mindset. Leadership, Productivity, Networking, Goal Setting, Time Management, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Leadership Skills, Strategic Planning, Mindset, Time Management, Team Building.

Arthur Brooks had been a successful social scientist and an authority on human behavior for nearly thirty years. But he realized that when it came to his own personal well-being, his expertise was not making him any happier. So he quit his job and devoted his life to the pursuit of happiness…research. In this episode of YAP, Hala talks to Arthur about building true happiness and his new book with Oprah Winfrey called Build the Life you Want. Arthur Brooks is a behavioral social scientist with a focus on human happiness. He is the William Henry Bloomberg Professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and Professor of Management Practice at the Harvard Business School. He is the author of multiple bestselling books and is the host of the How to Build a Happy Life with Arthur Brooks podcast. In this episode, Hala and Arthur will discuss: - How he quit his job to study happiness- The pursuit of “mini-careers”- How he met and started working with Oprah- Why Americans struggle with happiness- The three key ingredients to happiness- The difference between pleasure and enjoyment- Why you can’t keep no satisfaction- Why meaning requires pain- How hard work leads to more satisfaction- Why you need unhappiness- And other topics… Arthur Brooks is a behavioral social scientist with a focus on human happiness. He is the William Henry Bloomberg Professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and Professor of Management Practice at the Harvard Business School. Before joining the Harvard faculty in 2019, he served as president of the American Enterprise Institute, one of the world’s leading think tanks. He is the author of multiple bestselling books, including his latest with Oprah Winfrey, Build the Life You Want. Alongside his podcast and his articles in The Atlantic, Arthur served as the subject of the 2019 documentary film “The Pursuit,” which Variety named one of the “Best Documentaries on Netflix” in August 2019. He was also selected as one of Fortune’s “50 World’s Greatest Leaders.” Resources Mentioned: Arthur’s Articles in The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/author/arthur-c-brooks/The “How to Build a Happy Life with Arthur Brooks” Podcast: https://arthurbrooks.com/podcast/Arthur’s Books: https://arthurbrooks.com/books/Arthur’s Website: https://arthurbrooks.com/Are you a cheerleader, poet, mad scientist, or judge? Take this quiz to learn your PANAS profile: https://arthurbrooks.com/buildArthur’s new book with Oprah Winfrey Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier: https://www.amazon.com/Build-Life-You-Want-Science/dp/0593545400  LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.  Key YAP LinksReviews - ratethispodcast.com/yapYoutube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfitingLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.comTranscripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-newEntrepreneurship, entrepreneurship podcast, Business, Business podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal development, Starting a business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side hustle, Startup, mental health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth mindset. Psychology, Mindset, Habits, Positivity, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Human Nature, Human Psychology, Critical Thinking, Robert Greene, Chris Voss, Robert Cialdini 

When Joel Brown sat down to write out his 10-year vision, he was hit with a wave of imposter syndrome. He worried that, because he engaged in dangerous behavior in the past, he wasn’t worthy of the vision he set out to create. However, he realized that he was not his past and that it was up to him to forgive himself and chase his dreams anyway. Now, he’s a top motivational speaker who has amassed a following of over 2.7 million across all social media platforms. In this episode of YAPClassic, you’ll learn about Joel’s come-up story in radio, how to create a 10-year vision, and how to live in alignment with your values. Joel Brown is the Founder of the #1 Motivation website Addicted2Success.com and has achieved over 318 Million Views Worldwide over the last 10 years. Joel has built multiple six-figure online businesses and is skilled in building massive online communities, monetizing online brands, and networking with the world-class elite.In this episode, Hala and Joel will discuss:- Joel’s top tips for networking- What happened after Joel realized music wasn’t for him- How to create a 10-year vision- Why you should focus on inspiration instead of motivation- The four dimensions of success- How to align your actions with your values- Why self-sabotage doesn’t exist- How to integrate the subconscious mind into the conscious mind- And other topics…Joel Brown is the Founder of the #1 Motivation website Addicted2Success.com and has achieved over 318 Million Views Worldwide over the last 10 years. Joel has a social media following of over 2.7 Million across all social media channels.Joel is featured in the new hit movie “Think & Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill. Joel is also the host of the Addicted2Success podcast which has achieved more than 3.5 Million downloads featuring thought leaders such as Tony Robbins, Deepak Chopra, Les Brown, Jack Canfield, Gabby Bernstein, Gary Vaynerchuk, and many more.LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.Resources Mentioned:Joel’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelbrowna2s/?originalSubdomain=au Joel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjoelbrown/?hl=enJoel’s Podcast: https://www.iamjoelbrown.com/podcast/Joel’s Website: https://www.iamjoelbrown.com/Joel’s Coaching Program: https://www.iamjoelbrown.com/coach/Key YAP LinksReviews - ratethispodcast.com/yapYoutube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfitingLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.comTranscripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-newEntrepreneurship, entrepreneurship podcast, Business, Business podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal development, Starting a business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side hustle, Startup, mental health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth mindset. Psychology, Mindset, Habits, Positivity, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Human Nature, Human Psychology, Critical Thinking, Robert Greene, Chris Voss, Robert Cialdini 

Anne Wojcicki and her co-founders started 23andMe back in 2006 with a clear mission: to make genetic testing and its results, including findings about predisposition to disease, widely available to consumers. And, in exchange for a swab of spit and a fee, 23andMe provided its customers with unprecedented insight into their own genetic makeup. Now, Wojcicki and her company are at the forefront of a broader movement to expand personalized care and drug options in healthcare. In today’s episode, Anne talks about the challenges in understanding the code of life, the benefits of DNA testing, concerns over privacy in the healthcare industry, and the future of medicine and new drug discovery.Anne Wojcicki is a biologist, entrepreneur, and the co-founder and CEO of the personal genomics company 23andMe, which provides genetic testing for individuals curious about their ancestry and genetic makeup. In this episode, Hala and Anne will discuss:- Anne's disillusionment with the U.S. healthcare system- The power of the human genome- The challenges of direct-to-consumer DNA tests- The real reason 23andMe was so controversial- Handling FDA concerns- Challenges of achieving transparency and privacy- How people’s lives have been changed by taking the 23andMe test- Integrating genetics into patient care- How large datasets are helping solve health mysteries- Building a direct-to-consumer healthcare movement- Combining genetics with drug discovery research- Expanding 23andMe’s non-European databases- How AI will change the medical landscape- And other topics… Anne Wojcicki is a biologist, entrepreneur, and the co-founder and CEO of the personal genomics company 23andMe. She has been on Forbes’ list of the World's 100 Most Powerful Women and has been named “The Most Daring CEO” by Fast Company. Her company 23andMe provides genetic testing for individuals curious about their ancestry and genetic makeup, but it is doing a lot more than that, including helping to revolutionize how we think about drug discovery and the genetics of health. Resources Mentioned:Anne’s Website: https://blog.23andme.com/tag/anne-wojcickiAnne’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annewojcicki/Anne’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/annewoj23?lang=enAnne’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annewoj23/?hl=enWhere you can order a 23andMe Health and Ancestry Kit: https://www.23andme.com/dna-health-ancestry/ LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.   Key YAP LinksReviews - ratethispodcast.com/yapYoutube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfitingLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.comTranscripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-newEntrepreneurship, entrepreneurship podcast, Business, Business podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal development, Starting a business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side hustle, Startup, mental health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth mindset. AI, ChatGPT, AI Marketing, Prompt, AI in Action, Artificial Intelligence, AI in Business, Generative AI, AI for Entrepreneurs, Future of Work, AI Podcast

Even as a kid, Jonah Berger had an eye for patterns and data. At age 7, he tested at genius IQ levels, and he got a near-perfect SAT score in high school. His mathematical, detail-oriented mind makes him exceptionally aware of patterns in human behavior. Now, he’s a globally renowned expert on influence, persuasion, and consumer psychology. In this episode of YAPClassic, Jonah will teach you how to change anyone’s mind by teaching you the right ways to ask questions and present information. Jonah Berger is a world-renowned expert on natural language processing, change, word of mouth, influence, consumer behavior, and why things catch on. Dr. Berger is a Wharton School professor and internationally bestselling author of Magic Words, Contagious, Invisible Influence, and The Catalyst. He has published over 80 articles in top‐tier academic journals, teaches one of the world’s most popular online courses, and popular outlets like The New York Times and Harvard Business Review often cover his work. In this episode, Hala and Jonah will discuss: - How Jonah started studying social psychology- Why people have trouble changing- What it means to be a catalyst- How to think like a seasoned negotiator- Why people enjoy engaging in forbidden behaviors- Giving people a menu of options- How asking questions can be more effective than making statements- How Thailand reduced smoking by 40%- The Endowment Effect - And other topics…Jonah Berger is a Wharton School professor and internationally bestselling author of Magic Words, Contagious, Invisible Influence, and The Catalyst. Jonah has been recognized with a number of awards for both scholarship and teaching, including various early career awards. He was named one of the top 30 leaders in business by the American Management Association and one of the most creative people in business by Fast Company magazine. Dr. Berger is a world-renowned expert on natural language processing, change, word of mouth, influence, consumer behavior, and why things catch on. He has published over 80 articles in top‐tier academic journals, teaches one of the world’s most popular online courses, and popular outlets like The New York Times and Harvard Business Review often cover his work. Berger has keynoted hundreds of major conferences and events like SXSW and Cannes Lions, advises various early-stage companies, and consults for organizations like Apple, Google, Nike, Amazon, GE, Moderna, and The Gates Foundation.LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.Resources Mentioned:Jonah’s Website: https://jonahberger.com/Jonah’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j1berger/Jonah’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/j1bergerJonah’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j1berger/Jonah’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=220591Jonah’s book Catalyst: How to Change Anyone’s Mind: https://jonahberger.com/books/the-catalyst/ Key YAP LinksReviews - ratethispodcast.com/yapYoutube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfitingLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.comTranscripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-newEntrepreneurship, entrepreneurship podcast, Business, Business podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal development, Starting a business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side hustle, Startup, mental health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth mindset. Marketing, SEO, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Instagram, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Content Creator, Storytelling, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Video Marketing, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Influencers, Influencer Marketing, Marketing Tips, Digital Trends, Content Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing podcast, 

Tori Dunlap, a financial expert and entrepreneur, shares her journey of making $100k by age 25 and offers wealth-building tips. They discuss the psychology of personal finance, reframing our mindset toward money, and the weaponization of altruism. Tori also emphasizes the importance of financial education and creating an emergency fund. They touch on retirement planning for freelancers and entrepreneurs and the concept of using debt as leverage. They conclude by highlighting the gender stereotypes around money and the need for open conversations.

Mike Michalowicz, entrepreneur behind three multimillion-dollar companies, joins Hala to discuss Profit First, a cash management system that guarantees profitability. They cover topics like practicing fund preallocation, five bank accounts every business owner needs, and compressing operating expenses. They also explore how to pay off debt using Profit First and the benefits of implementing it with Relay, an online banking platform.

Amy Porterfield, former employee of Harley Davidson and former collaborator of Tony Robbins, shares her journey of quitting her job and building a multi-million dollar business online. She discusses working with Tony Robbins, valuing freedom over security, leaving a job gracefully, setting boundaries as an entrepreneur, finding your ideal customer, revenue generation strategies, and the importance of having your own website and email list.