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

Hoping to start a side hustle this New Year? Today on YAP Snacks, Hala walks through the misconceptions of a side hustle and how to start one. She started YAP Media while working full-time, and knows the ins and outs of designing a lucrative side hustle. YAP Snack is a series of bite-size digestible and actionable content hosted by Hala Taha. This episode of YAP Snacks is sponsored by SnackMagic! Head over to www.snackmagic.com to buy WFH snacks for your team! Social Media:  Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com

Hala hopped on LinkedIn Live for an impromptu session where listeners and fans asked her about podcast sponsorships, how to properly promote your podcast, and how she first got into podcasting. Social Media: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com

Meet the Career Queen!In this week’s episode, we are talking with Lauren Berger, CEO and founder of both Intern Queen and Career Queen as well as author of the book, Get It Together. Lauren has helped over 6 million people be connected to internships and jobs to ultimately help them find their dream career.In this episode, we’ll talk about Lauren’s beginnings as an intern herself, why she started Intern Queen, and how she created momentum for the site. We’ll also discuss key, easy insights on how to stay organized, time management advice, and the mindset of Method Over Mood. Sponsored by Podbean. Podbean is podcast hosting platform with all the features you need to start a podcast, promote your podcast, and monetize your podcast. For 1 month of free hosting visit: www.podbean.com/YAPSocial Media:  Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com Timestamps: 02:56 - All About Lauren04:27 - Lauren’s Internship Experience08:12 - Where Lauren Focused Her Internships10:52- Transitioning from Intern to Full Time14:39 - How Lauren Started Intern Queen’s Momentum22:57 - Importance of Self-Love26:22 - How to Sort Out Priorities35:05 - Ways That Lauren Stays Organized34:22 - Advice on Time Management37:53 - Learning Self-Discipline42:00 - Method Over Mood45:36 - How to Deal with Rejection50:12 - Lauren’s Secret to Profiting in Life Mentioned in the Episode: Lauren’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenbergerLauren’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/internqueen/Intern Queen Website: https://www.internqueen.com/Career Queen Website: https://www.careerqueen.com/

How can the Plant Paradox change your life? Listen on to find out! In this episode, we are chatting with Dr. Steven Gundry, a cardiothoracic surgeon turned wellness and nutrition guru. After operating on many people with preventable health conditions, Dr. Gundry turned his focus to nutrition to help his patients avoid surgery. He is also a top researcher and author focused on cutting-edge human nutrition. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss Dr. Gundry’s transition from surgery to wellness, the proven plant paradox and why you should pay attention to what you’re eating. We’ll then dive deeper into diet secrets, why all organic may not be good for you, why you should limit your fruit intake, and other foods you should watch out for. Social Media: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com Timestamps: 01:12 - How Dr. Gundry Transitioned From Surgery to Wellness11:02 - Dealing with Naysayers14:33 - What is the Plant Paradox?19:31 - The Truth About Beans23:42 - Why Not All Organic is Good28:51 - All about Rice and Whole Grains30:45 - Bleach in Our Food Products32:27 - Why You Should Give Fruit ‘The Boot’ 39:20 - Alternatives to Current Eating Habits42:22 - We Are What Our Food Eats45:14 - What is Leaky Gut Syndrome?49:16 - Dr. Gundy’s Secret to Profiting in Life Links Mentioned in the Show: Dr. Gundry’s Website: https://drgundry.com/Dr. Gundry’s Supplements Line: https://gundrymd.com/Dr. Gundy’s Podcast: https://drgundry.com/the-dr-gundry-podcast/Dr. Gundry’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstevengundry/

How will you thrive in the future of work? This week, we’re talking with Tim Salau, aka Mr. Future of Work, who is CEO and Co-founder of the Guide app, a B2B Learning & Talent Development app helping remote teams and knowledge workers learn anytime, anywhere, on-demand. Tim is an author, investor, accomplished international keynote speaker, product leader and tech influencer. Before founding Guide, he led product and innovation with 4 global Fortune 500 companies: Google, Microsoft, Facebook, and WeWork, coaching CEOs, executives, and government leaders on how they can transform their workforce to thrive in the Future of Work. Tune in to learn how Tim’s childhood experience as an immigrant from Nigeria helped shape him into the man he is today, and how he stayed on a straight path while growing up in the worst part of Houston. We’ll also cover how to advocate for yourself in your career, the difference between good and bad company culture, and Tim’s signature P.I.E. principle to build your brand community.  Social Media:  Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com Timestamps: 01:56 - Tim’s Childhood & Immigration Story05:25 - Why Community is so Important09:15 - How Tim Rose Above Adversity in Houston13:52 - The Reason Tim Turned to Basketball as a Child17:59 - Why Being Competitive Isn’t Necessary22:56 - Purpose Behind Tim’s Dual Degrees26:10 - How Tim Landed a Google Internship33:17 - Tim’s Story with Microsoft and How to Advocate for Yourself36:53 - How Companies Can Improve D&I Strategies41:34 - Good Culture vs. Bad Culture44:47 - What is a Legacy Project? 49:15 - The PIE Principle54:20 - Tim’s Secret to Profiting in Life Mentioned in the Episode: Tim’s Website: https://www.timsalau.com/Tim’s App, Guide: guideapp.coBig Black Tea: https://bigblacktea.com/Tim’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsalau/Tim’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timsalau/

Embrace your inner poker mastermind! On this week’s episode, we are chatting with Maria Konnikova, New York Times best-selling author, journalist and professional poker player. After years of solely focusing on her writing, Maria picked up poker while using her background in psychology to assist her in mastering the game. Today, we’ll talk about how Maria got interested in poker and how she was able to become a poker champion. We’ll also discuss different psychological mindsets, how to make the best decisions, the importance of failure and more.  Social Media:  Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com Timestamps: 03:36 - How Maria First Got Interested in Poker06:20 - Explanation of Game Theory08:29 - Story Behind Maria’s Poker Coaching12:23 - How Psychology Lends Itself to Poker14:13 - Maria’s Fascination with Sherlock Holmes and His Message19:51 - System Watson vs. System Holmes 22:15 - The Brain Attic Metaphor27:15 - Memory Training Tips 30:05 - Why Maria Decided to Write a Book About Luck32:33 - Reason to Separate the Decision Process From the Outcome36:23 - Illusion of Control and How it Affects our Outcomes38:33 - Importance of Skill in the Long Term40:50 - How Maria Learned to Embrace Failure43:37 - Concept of Tilting and How to Stay Calm46:13 - Tips on How to Read People’s Emotions50:35 - Overcoming Social Stereotypes on the Poker Table53:14 - Maria’s Secret to Profiting in Life Mentioned in the Show: Maria’s Newest Book, The Biggest Bluff: https://www.mariakonnikova.com/books/the-biggest-bluff/Maria’s Website: mariakonnikova.comMaria’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/mkonnikovaMaria’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grlnamedmaria/

Level-up your LinkedIn! This week, I’m talking with Shanee Moret, CEO of MedSnake Media and a Linkedin mega-influencer. With over 20M+ views on LinkedIn and over 600k followers, she is one of the biggest influencers on the platform today.  In today’s episode, we’ll discuss Shanee’s childhood battle with cancer, the effects it has on who she is today, and her journey to entrepreneurship. We’ll also chat about how she created her business, the ways she built her LinkedIn following, and her top tips for creating LinkedIn posts that go viral. Social Media:  Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com Timestamps: 03:11 - Shanee’s Experience and Battle with Cancer06:24 - Why You Should Be Vulnerable and Share Your Challenges in Life08:42 - Shanee’s Journey to Entrepreneurship15:27 - How Shanee Built Her Business17:41 - Shanee’s Initial LinkedIn Strategy19:14 - Why Shanee Started Medsnake Media22:49 - How to Know When There’s a Demand for Your Services24:50 - Story Behind Shanee Meeting Her MedSnake Co-Founder26:16 - The Way Shanee Landed Her First Client29:28 - Creating an Organic Brand30:34 - Guidance on How to Start a LinkedIn Community33:07 - Why to Post Different Types of Posts on LinkedIn35:05 - Shanee’s Secret to LinkedIn Growth39:12 - Story of Shanee’s Most Popular Post42:01 - How Shanee Decides What to Post44:20 - Discussion of Why HR Posts Do Well45:45 - Formula to Going Viral47:52 - Can you make an Income From LinkedIn?50:30 - Shanee’s Next Big Moves51:25 - Shanee’s Secret to Profiting in Life Links Mentioned in the Show: Shanee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneemoret/Shanee’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaneemoret/?hl=enShanee’s Website: http://www.growthacademy.globalShanee’s Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3Pta5QrU8dTZLRVfQpg-yA

Seth Godin, a marketing mastermind and best-selling author, shares insights into creativity and leadership. He discusses reframing imposter syndrome as a sign of growth and the vital role of generosity in the creative process. Godin emphasizes the importance of building trust through permission-based marketing and finding your 'smallest viable audience.' He also highlights the power of storytelling in branding, advocating for genuine connections over superficial metrics. This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone looking to enhance their creative journey!

Learn how to get what you want! In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Alexandra Carter, an award-winning negotiation trainer and professor at Columbia Law School. She is also best-selling author of ‘Ask For More.’ She has worked closely with leaders at major organizations like Google, Zynga, the United Nations, and NBCUniversal. Today, we’ll talk about Alex’s journey to be a world-class academic and negotiation expert she is today as well as the basics you should know before going into a negotiation. We will also dig deeper into how to gather information during a negotiation, common mistakes made in a negotiation, and why you should continue to ask for more, even during a pandemic. Hala’s Wicked Self-Improvement Playlist: Sign up to Podyssey see my curated playlist of top self-improvement podcast episodes from YAP and my favorite legendary and up-and-coming podcasters. Get ready to listen, learn and profit. Follow the link in my show notes to check it out: https://podyssey.fm/list/id36564?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=yap Calls to Action: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com Timestamps: 02:54 - Alex’s Career Journey06:24 - Her Most Intense Negotiation Story08:51 - Definition of Negotiation10:40 - What are Mirror Questions?14:55 - What are Window Questions?18:41 - Information Gathering Techniques22:28 - How to Begin a Negotiation30:53 - Sexism vs. Feedback39:02 - Biggest Pitfalls of Negotiations41:41 - How to Understand Feelings48:30 - How to Ask For More in a Pandemic53:10 - Alex’s Secret to Profiting in Life Links Mentioned in the Episode:Alex’s Website: https://alexcarterasks.com/Alex’s Book, Ask For More: https://alexcarterasks.com/book/Alex’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandrabcarter/Alex’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrabcarter/

Today on the show we’re replaying a session from earlier this summer that I did for the Rutgers University’s Global Entrepreneurship Experience Teen Camp and college students. I had the pleasure of being interviewed by James Barrood, who’s a business and ecosystem advisor, global speaker and host of “A Few Things Podcast.” Jim has a passion for building and strengthening startup and innovation ecosystems. In the interview, we discuss insights from my side hustle and entrepreneurial journey, career advice and more! Links: Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com A Few Things Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/21-hala-taha-host-young-and-profiting-podcast-influencer/id1526155088?i=1000491591974