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

We don't need magic to transform ourselves ...we all carry the 𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑 we need inside of us! This week Hala chats with Mark Metry, a young entrepreneur who turned his life around from awkward teen to celebrity podcaster and futurist.Tune in to hear how Mark transformed his life from the inside out, learn his tips to take podcasts to the next level and get insight as to why he treats life like a video game.Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpaFivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnIf you liked this episode, please write us a review!Want to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyEarn rewards for inviting your friends to YAP Society: bit.ly/sharethewealthyapFollow 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

Ready to take your EQ to the next level? This week, Hala yaps with Emotional Intelligence (EQ) expert, author and speaker, Justin Bariso. Justin's column draws over a million readers a month on INC.com , and LinkedIn has named him a “Top Voice” three years in a row. His recent book, "EQ Applied: The Real World Guide to Emotional Intelligence," shares practical ways to increase EQ to improve relationships and careers.In this episode, Hala and Justin discuss why EQ is action-oriented, how our brain's emotional programming makes self-control so difficult, and why negative feedback is truly a blessing.Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpa Fivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnIf you liked this episode, please write us a review!Want to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyEarn rewards for inviting your friends to YAP Society: bit.ly/sharethewealthyapFollow 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

The next generation of leaders are rising to power!In #39, Hala yaps with Ron Carucci, founder and managing partner of consulting firm, Navalen. Ron has an impressive thirty years of experience helping executives tackle challenges relating to strategy, organization, and leadership. He has worked with start-ups to fortune 10 companies in over 30 countries. He’s also the author of “Rising to Power,” and his work has been featured in HBR, Business week, Fortune among other publications.In this episode, you’ll get a guidance on how to navigate a new leadership role by learning ways to avoid failure, how to improve self-perception to better manage weaknesses and why we should avoid binary decision making at all costs.Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpa Fivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnIf you liked this episode, please write us a review!Want to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyEarn rewards for inviting your friends to YAP Society: bit.ly/sharethewealthyapFollow 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

Learn practical techniques to harness the power of persuasion with Scott Adams.Scott Adams is the creator of the successful American comic strip, Dilbert. In recent times, Scott has become somewhat of a controversial figure as he made headlines during the 2016 election for being "Trump’s translator," a nickname bestowed on him for helping the American public make sense of Trump's seemingly bizarre behavior during the campaign. In addition to being a cartoonist, Scott is also a trained hypnotist and master persuader. He believes that Trump is one of the best persuaders of our time.In #38, Hala and Scott discuss the persuasion tactics found in Scott's book, “Win Bigly: Persuasion in a World Where Facts Don’t Matter,” which dissects how Trump won the presidential election with his persuasive power. Tune in to hear how the biases we have can impact our decision-making, learn oral persuasion tactics like the "linguistic kill shot," and uncover why visual persuasion is a powerful approach toward getting what you want.Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpa Fivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnIf you liked this episode, please write us a review!Want to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyEarn rewards for inviting your friends to YAP Society: bit.ly/sharethewealthyapFollow 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 

The explosion of the gig economy is real. Are you ready?In #37, Hala speaks with Diane Mulcahy, one of the first experts on the Gig Economy, which is a term that describes a labor market with the prevalence of short-term contracts or freelance work as opposed to permanent full-time jobs.Diane taught a class on the subject which was listed in Forbes’ "Top Ten Most Innovative Business School Courses in the Country." She also wrote a book called “The Gig Economy,” and is a leading authority on the topic who has been featured in publications like Forbes, CNN, Cosmopolitan, Oprah.com and more.Last year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 55 million people in the U.S. are “gig workers,” which is more than 35% of the U.S. workforce. And that number is projected to jump to 43% by 2020!In this episode, you’ll learn all about the gig economy and how it came about, why people choose gig work, and how to be successful in the gig economy and thrive financially when generating variable income.Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpa Fivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnIf you liked this episode, please write us a review!Want to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyEarn rewards for inviting your friends to YAP Society: bit.ly/sharethewealthyapFollow 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

Condition yourself to make decisions without hesitation! Because sometimes you need to stop overthinking and planning, and JUST DO IT.This week on YAP, Hala chats with Jordan Paris, a 21-year-old author, Linkedin influencer and podcast host of the popular show, Growth Mindset University.Tune in to discover how Jordan overcame depression and social awkwardness as a teenager, and how he's accomplished so much in his young life by "just doing it."In addition, learn the ins and outs of his podcast production process and marketing strategy. And uncover why Jordan and Hala collaborate instead of compete, and their biggest pet peeves as up-and-coming podcasters.Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpa Fivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnGet a copy or download Jordan’s book: https://amzn.to/2UhwuYfIf you liked this episode, please write us a review!Want to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyEarn rewards for inviting your friends to YAP Society: bit.ly/sharethewealthyapFollow 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 

Lead with your heart, not just your head!This week on YAP, Hala speaks with Claude Silver, the world’s first “Chief Heart Officer” and Gary Vaynerchuk’s right-hand woman at VaynerMedia. Claude owns the onboarding, recruitment, retention, and graduation of all the employees at the digital media agency. She is known for leading with her heart and emotional optimism.In this episode, we’ll dive into how Claude is able to touch every heartbeat at Vaynermedia, and how her past experiences have shaped her leadership style. We’ll also uncover HR topics like how she sets employees up for success with a unique onboarding program and her method for letting employees go.Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpa Fivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnIf you liked this episode, please write us a review!Want to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyEarn rewards for inviting your friends to YAP Society: bit.ly/sharethewealthyapFollow 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 

Master your habits and become indistractable!This week, Hala interviews Nir Eyal, a leading export in behavioral design and popular author of “Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products," and "Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life."Tune in to learn about Nir's 4-step hook model to build habit-forming products and strategies to become indistractable to lead more productive and happier lives.If you liked this episode, please write us a review!Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpa Fivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnGet a copy or download Nir’s ‘Indistractable’: https://amzn.to/2MKcA7fGet a copy or download Nir’s ‘Hooked’: https://amzn.to/2UfWaoeWant to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyEarn rewards for inviting your friends to YAP Society: bit.ly/sharethewealthyapFollow 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 

Shoot your loonshot and nurture your next crazy big idea!In #33, Hala yaps with Safi Bahcall, a trained physicist who has transformed his career every 5 years or so. He’s done everything from business consulting to co-founding a pharmaceutical company to now becoming a best-selling author.In this episode we’ll find out how Safi is able to reinvent himself so often and his tips for getting into a new field. In addition, we’ll cover his super fascinating concept and book, "Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform," which has been noted as one of the top business books for 2019.If you liked this episode, please write us a review!Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpaFivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnGet a copy or download Safi’s ‘Shoot Your Loonshots’: https://amzn.to/2Pnl8mLWant to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyFollow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com

Want to become 500x more productive?In episode #32, Hala interviews Steven Kotler, a New York Times bestselling author and leading expert on peak performance and flow.They discuss what flow is, how it impacts our brain and body, and triggers that can hack you into a flow state. Additionally, they cover Steven's new book “Last Tango in CyberSpace, which imagines the future we may be living just 5 years from now and radical concepts like “Empathy for All.”Fivver: Get services like logo creation, whiteboard videos, animation and web development on Fivver: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrcpa Fivver Learn: Gain new skills like graphic design and video editing with Fivver Learn: https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=51570&brand=fiverrlearnGet a copy or download Steven’s ‘Last Tango in Cyberspace’: https://amzn.to/2Zz9bKBGet a copy or download ‘The Rise of Superman’: https://amzn.to/2MHUbbtIf you liked this episode, please write us a review!Want to connect with other YAP listeners? Join the YAP Society on Slack: bit.ly/yapsocietyEarn rewards for inviting your friends to YAP Society: bit.ly/sharethewealthyapFollow 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