Young and Profiting with Hala Taha

YAPClassic: Dean Graziosi, How Underdogs Can Turn Disadvantages into Advantages

Dean Graziosi watched his hardworking parents struggle financially. Driven to break the cycle and create a secure, prosperous future, he turned to entrepreneurship. He started a firewood business in high school, fixed wrecked cars, and ran a tow truck company, among other ventures. By 25, he had amassed millions of dollars in real estate. By 30, he had retired his parents. In this episode, Dean shares his journey, the power of the underdog mindset, and strategies for turning adversity into success.Dean Graziosi is a renowned entrepreneur, real estate investor, and bestselling author known for his expertise in personal development. He has started or played a major role in over 14 successful companies, including the Mastermind.com platform.In this episode, Hala and Dean will discuss:- Dean's journey from humble roots to millionaire by his mid-20s- Using financial struggles as a drive to succeed- Resourcefulness over having resources- What is the Underdog Advantage?- How to adopt an underdog mindset - Desperation as a powerful tool for persuasion- Maintaining enthusiasm and authenticity in sales- The biggest misconception in business- Why you need confidence to make sales- Overcoming the fear of failure and impostor syndrome- And other topics…Dean Graziosi is a multiple New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, and educator. He has started or played a major role in over 14 successful companies, including the Mastermind.com platform. His books include Millionaire Success Habits and The Underdog Advantage. Dean’s philanthropic contributions include donating over 8,000,000 meals to Feeding America to help feed families in need, building multiple schools in Africa with the help of Village Impact, and donating $500,000 to help liberate children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation through Operation Underground Railroad.Connect with Dean:Dean’s Website: https://www.deangraziosi.com/ Dean’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deangraziosiinc/ Dean’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/deangraziosi Dean’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deangraziosi/ Dean’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deangraziosiDean’s Podcast, Own Your Future: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/own-your-future-with-dean-graziosi/id1085301578 Resources Mentioned: YAP Episode #294 with Dean: https://youngandprofiting.com/dean-graziosi-its-never-been-easier-to-turn-your-passion-into-entrepreneurial-success-e294/ Dean’s Books: The Underdog Advantage: Rewrite Your Future by Turning Your Disadvantages into Your Superpowers: https://www.amazon.com/Underdog-Advantage-Rewrite-Disadvantages-Superpowers/dp/0578568462 Millionaire Success Habits: The Gateway to Wealth & Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/Millionaire-Success-Habits-Gateway-Prosperity/dp/1401975763 LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopify Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting Facet - For a limited time Facet will waive $250 enrollment fee for new annual members! Visit facet.com/profiting for details.Industrious - Visit industriousoffice.com and use code PROFITING to get a free week of coworking when you take a tour!  LinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at linkedin.com/YAP Kajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITING  More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

Dean Graziosi: It’s Never Been Easier to Turn Your Passion into Entrepreneurial Success | E294

Nearly 30 years ago, Dean Graziosi had to build physical products, ship DVDs, and spend over $200k just to sell a $37 course. Today, he could sell the same course for a fraction of the money and time using the power of AI. In this episode, Dean shares insights on the evolving entrepreneurial landscape, leveraging new technologies, and monetizing personal knowledge.  Dean Graziosi is a renowned entrepreneur, real estate investor, and bestselling author known for his expertise in personal development. He has started or played a major role in over 14 successful companies, including the Mastermind.com platform. In this episode, Hala and Dean will discuss:- Why the American Dream needs a generational reboot- How to stay resourceful as an entrepreneur- Why work-life integration trumps work-life balance- The best and worst businesses to start right now- His formula for freeing up time to build your dream business- Transforming life experiences into business opportunities- How to gain a competitive edge using AI- Maximizing business potential with niche markets- The importance of confidence and persistence- Practical tips for automating and delegating tasks- The significance of having a big purpose in business- How to model proven practices for faster success- And other topics…Dean Graziosi is a renowned entrepreneur, real estate investor, bestselling author, and motivational speaker. With over 25 years of experience, he’s on a mission to provide self-education for those seeking transformation and fulfillment outside the traditional education path. He co-hosts numerous training events with Tony Robbins, including the highly anticipated virtual live event, The Game Has Changed. He has played a pivotal role in the success of over 14 companies, including the Mastermind.com platform. Dean is also a dedicated philanthropist, supporting various charitable causes worldwide.Connect With Dean:Dean’s Website: https://www.deangraziosi.com/ Dean’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deangraziosiinc/ Dean’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/deangraziosi Dean’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deangraziosi/ Dean’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deangraziosiDean’s Podcast, Own Your Future: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/own-your-future-with-dean-graziosi/id1085301578 Resources Mentioned:The Game Has Changed: http://deanandtonylive.com/hala LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profitingFacet - For a limited time Facet will waive $250 enrollment fee for new annual members! Visit facet.com/profiting for details.Industrious - Visit industriousoffice.com and use code PROFITING to get a free week of coworking when you take a tour!  LinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at linkedin.com/YAPKajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITING More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

YAPClassic: Marshall Goldsmith, What I’ve Learned From 40 Years of Coaching the World’s Most Successful Business Executives

During COVID, Marshall Goldsmith spent several hours every weekend listening to successful people speak about their lives. From these sessions, he learned that even the highest achievers need help finding fulfillment. So, he wrote The Earned Life to address this need, drawing inspiration from Buddhism and his experience as an executive coach. In this episode, Marshall shares practical advice and exercises to help overachievers find personal fulfillment and live without regret.Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is the leading expert on leadership and coaching for behavioral change. He is also the author of several bestsellers, including Triggers and The Earned Life.In this episode, Hala and Marshall will discuss:- Marshall’s childhood and early years - Marshall’s interpretation of Buddhism- How he uses his Buddhist philosophies in coaching - The benefits and drawbacks of delayed gratification - Impermanence and the ‘every breath’ paradigm - Letting go of past successes- The definition of an earned life - How regret and fulfillment are polar opposites - Avoiding the big regrets- Why people don't live their own lives - The three demands of living an earned life- And other topics… Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is recognized as the leading expert on leadership and coaching for behavioral change. He has been named one of the top ten business thinkers in the world and the top-rated executive coach at the Thinkers50 ceremony in London since 2011. Marshall is the author of several Wall Street Journal and New York Times #1 bestsellers, including Triggers and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, which is also the winner of the Harold Longman Award as Best Business Book of the Year. His newest book, The Earned Life: Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment, was released in May 2022. Connect with Marshall:Marshall’s Website: https://marshallgoldsmith.com/Marshall’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshallgoldsmith/Marshall’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachgoldsmith/Marshall’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachgoldsmithMarshall’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Marshall.Goldsmith.LibraryMarshall’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtvlM6xRUC_ErV_q1FgUgiAResources Mentioned: Marshall’s Book, The Earned Life: Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment: https://www.amazon.com/Earned-Life-Regret-Choose-Fulfillment/dp/0593237277  YAP Episode 42, Become a Better Leader with Dr. Marshall Goldsmith: https://youngandprofiting.com/42-become-a-better-leader-with-dr-marshall-goldsmith/ Marshall’s New Yorker Profile, “The Better Boss”: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2002/04/22/the-better-boss LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.  Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profitingIndustrious - Visit industriousoffice.com and use code PROFITING to get a free week of coworking when you take a tour!  LinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at linkedin.com/YAPKajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITINGRakuten - Start all your shopping at rakuten.com or get the Rakuten app to start saving today! More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

Shruti Joshi: Get Good With Money, Achieve Financial Zen With Personalized Financial Planning | E293

Shruti Joshi launched her company just before the COVID-19 pandemic, only to see it crumble. This setback, however, provided a window for her to take on a consulting role at Facet, where her entrepreneurial experiences set her up for success. Before long, she became the company’s COO and later, President. In this episode, Shruti discusses Facet’s mission to democratize financial wellness for millions of Americans and shares strategies for holistic financial planning.Shruti Joshi is the President and COO of Facet, a fintech company disrupting the financial wellness industry. She has been recognized as Wealth Solutions Report’s AAPI Innovator of the Year and one of the top women industry leaders of 2024.In this episode, Hala and Shruti will discuss:- Shruti’s background and early career- Her transition from investor to COO at Facet - Limitations within the financial planning industry- Why entrepreneurs need professional financial advice- The holistic approach to financial planning- The results of Hala’s financial wellness quiz- How Facet is disrupting financial planning- The role of AI in financial planning- Actionable steps for financial wellness- The importance of fiduciaries for conflict-free advice- The subscription model vs. traditional financial planning fees- Why Certified Financial Planners are the industry gold standard - And other topics… Shruti Joshi is the President and COO of Facet, a leading fintech company revolutionizing financial planning with a subscription-based model. Before joining Facet, she founded a peer-to-peer recommendation service and held key roles at Verizon and Altman Solon. She is passionate about democratizing financial planning and making it accessible to everyone. Shruti has been recognized as Wealth Solutions Report’s AAPI Innovator of the Year and one of the top women industry leaders of 2024. A true globetrotter, Shruti has visited over 75 countries and is deeply interested in the psychology of wellness.Connect With Shruti:Shruti’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shruti-joshi-282369a/ Shruti’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/shruti_jo Resources Mentioned:Check out Facet's membership options and get the $250 enrollment fee waived at facet.com/profiting.LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profitingIndustrious - Visit industriousoffice.com and use code PROFITING to get a free week of coworking when you take a tour!  LinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at linkedin.com/YAPKajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITINGRakuten - Start all your shopping at rakuten.com or get the Rakuten app to start saving today!More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

YAPClassic: Alex Hormozi, How To Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No

One of Alex Hormozi’s portfolio companies was underperforming, and he saw a clear solution—raise prices by 50%. Despite the CEO's resistance, which took nine calls to overcome, they implemented the price increase. The result? The business tripled its profit within three months. Alex knew the key to maximum profitability was delivering maximum value, a lesson he learned from his own mistakes. In this YAPClassic episode, Alex breaks down his value equation and shares strategies for creating irresistible offers.Alex Hormozi is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and co-founder of Acquisition.com, a portfolio company overseeing multiple businesses. He is the bestselling author of $100M Offers, where he shares strategies for creating irresistible business proposals.In this episode, Hala and Alex will discuss:- Providing high value without cutting prices- Alex’s ‘value equation’ for crafting irresistible offers- The four key drivers of value in business- How to identify profitable markets- Strategies to scale your business rapidly- Focusing on high-return activities for maximum impact- Leveraging high-impact opportunities with minimal effort- Eliminating your side hustles to scale your main business- Techniques to attract and retain loyal customers- And other topics…Alex Hormozi is a first-generation Iranian-American entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. In 2013, he started his first brick-and-mortar business. Then, he transitioned from gym ownership to founding GymLaunch, a fitness business consultancy, which expanded to over 4,000 locations within four years. Alongside his wife, Leila, Alex bootstrapped three additional companies, which generated $120 million in sales. Then, the Hormozis founded Acquisition.com through which they manage a portfolio of bootstrapped companies. Alex is the bestselling author of $100M Offers, where he shares strategies for creating irresistible business proposals. He is also the host of The Game podcast. Connect with Alex:Alex’s Website: https://www.acquisition.com/bio-alexAlex’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderhormozi/Alex’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlexHormoziAlex’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hormozi/Alex’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ahormoziResources Mentioned:Alex’s Book, $100M Offers: How To Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No: https://www.amazon.com/100M-Offers-People-Stupid-Saying/dp/1737475715YAPClassic: Robert Greene on Decoding the Laws of Human Nature:https://youngandprofiting.com/yapclassic-decoding-the-laws-of-human-nature-with-robert-greene/ LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting.Yahoo Finance - For comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit YahooFinance.comKajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITINGLinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at linkedin.com/YAPIndustrious - Visit industriousoffice.com and use code PROFITING to get a free week of coworking when you take a tour!  More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

Julie Solomon: How To Make Money On Instagram In 2024, Even With A Small Audience | E292

Despite her introversion, Julie Solomon thrives on Instagram. She has successfully monetized her influence and built a reputation as one of the top thought leaders in influence marketing. In this episode, Julie shares her best strategies for growing your brand and monetizing your influence online. She also touches on masterminds and the Instagram algorithm.Julie Solomon is an influencer, branding expert, and coach passionate about helping entrepreneurs grow their audience. She is the host of The Influencer Podcast and the author of Get What You Want.In this episode, Hala and Julie will discuss:- Julie’s approach to balancing privacy and influence- Succeeding as an introverted influencer- Essential Instagram content to create right now- Why you must focus on value-based content- Proven strategies for building authority online- Overcoming fear in content creation- Monetizing a small following- Why every entrepreneur needs a mastermind- DM automation for driving sales- Effective methods for boosting engagement on Instagram- How to make your brand messaging magnetic- Maximizing Instagram Stories for conversion- And other topics… Julie Solomon is a visibility, brand strategy, and brand deal coach, helping entrepreneurs and creators elevate their visibility and impact. She is the host of the top-rated The Influencer Podcast, providing real-time coaching and business growth insights to millions of listeners worldwide. She is also the author of the bestselling book, Get What You Want. She has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Business Insider. She has also been named among the top 100 leaders in influence marketing by Influence Co. Connect With Julie:Julie’s Website: https://juliesolomon.net/ Julie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-solomon-375127133 Julie’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/JulsSolomon Julie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julssolomon/ Julie’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JulsSolomon/ Julie’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/juliesolomontv Julie’s Podcast, The Influencer Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-influencer-podcast/id1229401800?mt=2 Resources Mentioned:The Revenue Growth Lab: https://juliesolomon.net/profiting  LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting.Yahoo Finance - For comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit YahooFinance.comKajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITINGLinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at linkedin.com/YAPIndustrious - Visit industriousoffice.com and use code PROFITING to get a free week of coworking when you take a tour!  More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

YAPClassic: Alex Hormozi, From Soul-Sucking Job to $100M in Revenue

Defying his father's wishes, Alex Hormozi left his stable job to open a gym. But after a failed partnership left him sleeping on the gym floor, he attended a marketing workshop that turned everything around. He used online marketing to secure his first 27 customers, and within three years, expanded to six locations. He has since run and sold multiple successful businesses. In this episode, Alex chats with Hala about his inspiring entrepreneurial journey, sharing the valuable insights he gained along the way. Alex Hormozi is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and co-founder of Acquisition.com, a portfolio company overseeing multiple businesses. He is the bestselling author of $100M Offers, where he shares strategies for creating irresistible business proposals.In this episode, Hala and Alex will discuss:- Alex’s upbringing and come-up story- The efficiency of learning from experts- Using death as a motivator to accomplish your dreams- The marketing workshop that fueled his success- How Alex scaled his gym chain by monetizing his knowledge- Why your life partner is critical to your success- Respect over chemistry for a successful marriage - The pros and cons of marrying your business partner- When it's okay to leave money on the table - How he rapidly scaled his business using the licensing model- And other topics…Alex Hormozi is a first-generation Iranian-American entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. In 2013, he started his first brick-and-mortar business. Then, he transitioned from gym ownership to founding GymLaunch, a fitness business consultancy, which expanded to over 4,000 locations within four years. Alongside his wife, Leila, Alex bootstrapped three additional companies, which generated $120 million in sales. Then, the Hormozis founded Acquisition.com through which they manage a portfolio of bootstrapped companies. Alex is the bestselling author of $100M Offers, where he shares strategies for creating irresistible business proposals. He is also the host of The Game podcast. Connect with Alex:Alex’s Website: https://www.acquisition.com/bio-alexAlex’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderhormozi/Alex’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlexHormoziAlex’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hormozi/Alex’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HormoziAlex/Resources Mentioned:Alex’s Book, $100M Offers: How To Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No: https://www.amazon.com/100M-Offers-People-Stupid-Saying/dp/1737475715YAP Episode 43 with Robert Greene: https://youngandprofiting.com/yapclassic-decoding-the-laws-of-human-nature-with-robert-greene/ YAP Episode 203 with Leila Hormozi:https://youngandprofiting.com/leila-hormozi-100000000-leadership-how-to-build-high-performance-teams-people-never-want-to-leave-e203/  LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.  Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting.Yahoo Finance - For comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit YahooFinance.comKajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITINGLinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at linkedin.com/YAPIndustrious - Visit industriousoffice.com and use code PROFITING to get a free week of coworking when you take a tour! More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

GaryVee: 2024 Blueprint For Building Brand and Sales on Social Media | E291

GaryVee worked at his family’s liquor store until he was 34, but even as he loaded up cases of Dom Pérignon in his friends’ BMWs, he knew exactly where he was headed. He grew his father’s company from $4 million to $60 million in annual sales before leaving to start his own thing from scratch. His company grew to over 800 employees just nine years later, servicing clients like PepsiCo and GE. Today’s episode is a masterclass in day-trading attention and social media marketing. Gary reveals his best tactics for mastering modern advertising from his new book, Day Trading Attention.GaryVee, is a serial entrepreneur, a New York Times bestselling author, and one of the leading marketing experts in the world. He is the chairman of VaynerX and CEO of VaynerMedia and Veefriends.In this episode, Hala and Gary will discuss:- Why humility is a strong competitive advantage- The importance of doing what you love - Why entrepreneurs must have the stomach to fail- How he can guess the next hot thing - Why money does not buy happiness- The interest graph trend on social media platforms- Going viral vs focusing on valuable content - His approach to niching down for more relevance- His ‘day trading attention’ framework for modern advertising- Why it’s essential to know pop culture- Why strategic organic content is the most important thing in marketing - The importance of storytelling- And other topics…GaryVee, is a renowned entrepreneur and CEO of VaynerMedia, part of the larger VaynerX holding company, which includes several subsidiaries. A leading thinker on digital trends, he helps major brands stay culturally relevant. Gary has made successful early investments in major tech companies such as Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Venmo, Snapchat, Coinbase, and Uber. He is a prolific content creator with over 44 million followers across various social media platforms. He is also the bestselling author of several books, including his latest, Day Trading Attention. Gary hosts the top-rated podcast, The GaryVee Audio Experience, and was named to the Fortune list of the Top 50 Influential people in the NFT industry.Connect With Gary:Gary’s Website: https://garyvaynerchuk.com/biography/  Gary’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyvaynerchuk/  Gary’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/garyvee Gary’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvee/Gary’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gary/ Gary’s Podcast, The Gary Vee Audio Experience: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-garyvee-audio-experience/id928159684  Resources Mentioned:Gary's Book, Day Trading Attention: How to Actually Build Brand and Sales in the New Social Media World: https://www.amazon.com/Day-Trading-Attention-Actually-Social/dp/0063317591   LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting.Yahoo Finance - For comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit YahooFinance.comKajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITINGLinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at linkedin.com/YAPIndustrious - Visit industriousoffice.com and use code PROFITING to get a free week of coworking when you take a tour! More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

Hala Taha: Leveraging LinkedIn for Career and Business Success | How to Money

By the time Hala Taha left her corporate job, her side hustle was making well over $100,000 monthly. Dubbed the ‘Podcast Princess’, her social media and podcast empire is on track to make $10 million next year. What does she attribute her rapid growth to? LinkedIn. In this episode of the How to Money Podcast, Hala talks to Joel Larsgaard and Matt Altmix about leveraging LinkedIn to grow her business. She also shares her top tips for growing on the platform.Joel Larsgaard is a former senior radio producer on the nationally syndicated Clark Howard Show. In pursuit of his dream to achieve financial freedom, he started working young and now manages a modest real estate portfolio.Matt Altmix is a former wedding photographer and business owner. Before switching to photography, he worked in the advertising space as a designer. Matt also manages several investment properties. In this episode, Hala, Joel, and Matt will discuss:- What Hala likes to splurge on- Her early career in radio- Why she decided to focus on LinkedIn- Smart keyword usage on LinkedIn- Hala’s favorite lessons from her dad- Features to focus on for LinkedIn growth- The ‘broetry’ style of writing LinkedIn posts- The LinkedIn strategies that grew Hala’s podcast - How she dropped out of school to work for free- The strategy that blew up her podcast audience- Hala’s journey from corporate to entrepreneurship- Running her business on a team of volunteering super fans- And other topics… Joel Larsgaard is a former senior radio producer on the nationally syndicated Clark Howard Show. He started working young, first mowing lawns, then doing a three-hour shift at the Chick-fil-A across from his high school. He made only $24,000 a year at his first job in radio but saved up 20% to put down on his first house. In pursuit of his dream of achieving financial freedom, he became a part-time landlord with a modest real estate portfolio of seven properties in Atlanta.Matt Altmix is a former wedding photographer turned full-time podcast host. Before switching to photography, he worked in the advertising space as a designer. While in school, he and his wife shared dreams of starting their own businesses. After they got married, they started Altmix Photography, running it together until Matt decided to focus on podcasting full-time. Matt also manages several investment properties.  Connect with Joel & Matt:Joel’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/HowToMoneyJoel Joel’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-larsgaard-70175566/ Matt’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/HowToMoneyMatt Matt’s LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-altmix-989161a/ How to Money Website: https://www.howtomoney.com/ How to Money Twitter: https://twitter.com/HowToMoneyPod How to Money Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtomoneypod/ How to Money Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1623670287732189 How to Money Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-money/id1337718773 LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.  Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profitingKajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITINGLinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at LinkedIn.com/YAPYahoo Finance - For comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit YahooFinance.com  More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media Agency Services - yapmedia.io/

Michael Easter: The Comfort Crisis, Embracing Discomfort to Reclaim Your Wild, Happy, Healthy Self | E290

Alcohol offered Michael Easter a cheap thrill. But when he got sober, he needed to fill the void with other stimulating experiences. So, he turned to travel, surrounding himself with brilliant thinkers and people living at the extremes. From hunting in the Arctic to living in the Bolivian jungle, his experiences have helped him uncover practical ideas for optimizing life. In this episode, Michael breaks down the power of discomfort, the scarcity loop, and how to avoid falling into the trap of excess and bad behaviors.Michael Easter is an expert on behavioral change and a New York Times bestselling author of The Comfort Crisis and Scarcity Brain. He is also a contributing editor at Men's Health magazine and a columnist for Outside magazine. In this episode, Hala and Michael will discuss:- The side effects of too much comfort- How to infuse more discomfort in our daily lives - How uncomfortable situations lead to better health and more happiness- Why we’re overly competent but underconfident- The upside of boredom- Why thinking of death leads to better decision-making - The problems of excess- How the scarcity loop fuels bad habits- Why we're so obsessed with unpredictable results- How can we rewire our brains to change bad behaviors- Tips for avoiding scarcity cues- How to deal with information overload- And other topics…Michael Easter is an adventurer, an expert on behavioral change, and a New York Times bestselling author of The Comfort Crisis and Scarcity Brain. He is also a contributing editor at Men's Health magazine, a columnist for Outside magazine, and a professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. His research focuses on how embracing discomfort can enhance well-being. His work has been featured in publications such as Men’s Journal, New York, and Scientific American, reaching audiences in over sixty countries. He shares his latest insights through his popular newsletter, ‘2% with Michael Easter.’ Connect With Michael:Michael’s Website: https://eastermichael.com/   Michael’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-easter-b208848/   Michael’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Michael_Easter  Michael’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_easter/ Michael’s Newsletter: https://www.twopct.com/   Resources Mentioned:Michael's Books:The Comfort Crisis: Embrace Discomfort To Reclaim Your Wild, Happy, Healthy Self: https://www.amazon.com/Comfort-Crisis-Embrace-Discomfort-Reclaim/dp/0593138767   Scarcity Brain: Fix Your Craving Mindset and Rewire Your Habits to Thrive with Enough: https://www.amazon.com/Scarcity-Brain-Craving-Mindset-Rewire/dp/0593236629  LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profitingKajabi - Get a free 30-day trial to start your business at Kajabi.com/PROFITINGLinkedIn Marketing Solutions - Get a $100 credit on your next campaign at LinkedIn.com/YAPYahoo Finance - For comprehensive financial news and analysis, visit YahooFinance.com  More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.comGet Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorshipsLeave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yapWatch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala TahaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhalaTwitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/