Young and Profiting with Hala Taha

YAPClassic: Daniel Pink, How The Most Successful People Structure Their Days

When Daniel Pink graduated law school, he was one of three students in his class that graduated unemployed. He tested several career paths but didn’t feel fulfilled in any of them. However, eventually, he realized that what he’d been doing as a side hustle all along was what he should pursue full-time. Now, he's a bestselling author of seven books that have been translated into 42 languages. In this episode of YAPClassic, you’ll learn about one of Daniel Pink’s New York Times bestsellers, The Science of Perfect Timing, and how to plan your day around your natural peaks and troughs to maximize your productivity. Daniel Pink is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and thought leader. He has written for several notable publications, and his books cover topics like business, work, creativity, and behavior. He has written for several notable publications, including Fast Company, The Sunday Telegraph, The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, The Atlantic, Slate, and Wired.  In this episode, Hala and Daniel will discuss: - Hard questions to ask yourself when picking a career - How Daniel discovered his love of writing - Why you should make small pivots instead of taking bold actions- The three stages of productivity & how to plan your day around them- The shocking effect of taking breaks throughout the day- How bias levels change throughout the day- The best way to take naps- How exercise affects you in the morning vs. evening- What day of the week to adopt new habits- And other topics…Daniel Pink is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and thought leader. In 2011, he was named one of Thinkers50’s top 50 most influential minds. He was also the host and co-executive of the television series “Crowd Control,” a National Geographic program about human behavior that aired in more than 10 countries. He has written for several notable publications, including Fast Company, The Sunday Telegraph, The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, The Atlantic, Slate, and Wired.  He is the author of seven books, the latest being The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward. His books cover topics like business, work, creativity, and behavior. They have won multiple awards, have been translated into 42 languages, and have sold millions of copies around the world. LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.Resources Mentioned:Daniel’s Website: https://www.danpink.com/ Daniel’s Books: https://www.danpink.com/books/ Sponsored By: RobinHood - Visit robinhood.com/PROFITING to claim an unlimited 1% bonus on your assets.Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyHelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for lifeNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off your two-week trial Coda.io - Head over to coda.io/profiting to try Coda for freeIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profitingMore 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/

Robert Kiyosaki: Rich Dad Poor Dad, These Common Beliefs Keep Hard-Working People Poor | E269

Robert Kiyosaki is a legend in the personal finance space. After growing up in humble origins in Hawaii and fighting in the Vietnam War, Robert went on to become a multi-millionaire entrepreneur who gained global recognition with his book Rich Dad Poor Dad. He has now written over two dozen books and dedicated his life to helping others learn how to make money work for them. In this episode, he shares some insightful ways to manage your money, make it as an entrepreneur, and so much more. Robert Kiyosaki is an entrepreneur, educator, speaker and investor who has challenged and changed the way tens of millions of people around the world think about money. Best known as the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, a personal finance classic, Robert is the author of more than two dozen books. He is also the host of the Rich Dad Radio Show podcast. In this episode, Hala and Robert will discuss:- Why one of the keys to becoming rich is who your friends are- Why you learn from falling down- The biggest question on planet earth- Why he prefers entrepreneurship to the stock market- How he flunked out of school- How entrepreneurship has changed in the last 25 years- How the rich get money to work for them- Why to stockpile good assets- Why it’s important for entrepreneurs to step up- What makes a good entrepreneur- Why a good brand beats a good business- Why you should buy gold and silver- And other topics…         Robert Kiyosaki is an entrepreneur, educator, speaker and investor who has challenged and changed the way tens of millions of people around the world think about money. Best known as the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, a personal finance classic, Robert is the author of more than two dozen books. He is also the host of the Rich Dad Radio Show podcast. Resources Mentioned:Robert’s Website: https://www.richdad.com/ Robert’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-kiyosaki-46b532145/ Robert’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealkiyosaki/ Robert’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobertKiyosaki/Robert’s YouTube: The Rich Dad ChannelRobert’s Podcast (The Rich Dad Radio Show): https://www.richdad.com/radioRobert’s classic book, Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle-dp-1612681123/dp/1612681123/  Robert’s latest book, Capitalist Manifesto: https://www.amazon.com/Capitalist-Manifesto-Robert-T-Kiyosaki/dp/161268114X/ LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By:RobinHood - Visit robinhood.com/PROFITING to claim an unlimited 1% bonus on your assets.Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profitingNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off your two-week trial Coda.io - Head over to coda.io/profiting to try Coda for freeHelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for life More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get 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/

YAPClassic: Matthew McConaughey on Developing Confidence and Turning Red Lights into Green Lights

When Matthew McConaughey was a child, he entered a Little Mr. Texas contest. His mom told him he won the contest, and he believed that for over 41 years. It wasn’t until 2018 that he looked at the trophy and realized that he won runner-up. Still, the confidence that Matthew’s mother instilled in him by telling him he won contributed to the massive success he has had as an actor, producer, and best-selling author. In this episode of YAPClassic, Hala and Matthew discuss Matthew’s childhood and the origins of his confidence, his best-selling book, Greenlights, how to turn red and yellow lights to green lights, and some life lessons he learned along the way.Matthew McConaughey is an Academy Award-winning actor and the author of the New York Times best-selling book Greenlights. He has appeared in over 50 films, including Dazed and Confused, Interstellar, and The Wolf of Wall Street. Matthew is also a professor at the University of Texas at Austin, as well as Minister of Culture/M.O.C. for the University of Texas and the City of Austin. In this episode, Hala and Matthew will discuss: - Why you should journal about both your successes and failures- Defining “Greenlights” - Origin of Matthew’s confidence - Matthew’s decision to go to a less expensive college- Why Matthew went to film school - On Dazed and Confused and the importance of preparation- Experience with romantic comedy movies- Matthew’s thoughts on celebrity status - The Just Keep Livin' Foundation- Matthew’s secret to profiting in life- And other topics…Matthew McConaughey is an Academy Award-winning actor and the author of the New York Times best-selling book Greenlights. Matthew is also a professor at the University of Texas at Austin, as well as Minister of Culture/M.O.C. for the University of Texas and the City of Austin. He is also a brand ambassador for Lincoln Motor Company, an owner of the Major League Soccer club Austin FC, and co-creator of Wild Turkey Longbranch bourbon. Matthew and his wife, Camila, founded The Just Keep Livin' Foundation in 2009, which helps at-risk high school students make healthier mind, body, and spirit choices.LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.Resources Mentioned:Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey: https://greenlights.com/Matthew on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000190/The Just Keep Livin’ Foundation: https://www.jklivinfoundation.org/Matthew’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officiallymcconaughey/Matthew’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/McConaugheyMatthew’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/McConaugheyOfficialMatthew’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MatthewMcConaughey/Sponsored By: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyHelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for lifeNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off your two-week trial Coda.io - Head over to coda.io/profiting to try Coda for freeIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profitingMore 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/

Adam Grant: Top Organizational Psychologist Explains How to Discover Your Hidden Potential in 2024 | E268

Adam Grant wasn’t always a dynamic teacher, speaker, and bestselling author. He struggled early on at some of the things that he does best today and even failed his first freshman writing exam at Harvard. And now in his latest book, the well-known organizational psychologist and Wharton School professor is out to help others reach their own hidden potential as well. In today’s episode, Adam shares his insights into how you can build a framework that allows you to routinely exceed expectations and achieve your goals. Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist, a professor at the Wharton School, and a bestselling author who explores the science of motivation, generosity, rethinking, potential, and so much more. Adam hosts the TED podcasts ReThinking and WorkLife, and is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of several books, including Think Again and Give and Take. His newest book is Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things. In this episode, Hala and Adam will discuss:- Why changing your mind is a sign of strength- Why leaders should make data-driven decisions- Why he imagines the next Trump or Musk in his class- How character building is important to success- How late bloomers can surprise us- The dangers of perfectionism- What he learned from a key failure at Harvard- Why imposter syndrome is a paradox- Defining success by progress and not performance- The importance of seeking discomfort- How to manage procrastination- And other topics… Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist and bestselling author who explores the science of motivation, generosity, rethinking, and potential. He is a professor of management and psychology at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and is a leading expert on how we can find motivation and meaning, rethink assumptions, and live more generous and creative lives. Adam hosts the TED podcasts ReThinking and WorkLife, and authors a free monthly newsletter, GRANTED. He is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of multiple books, and his latest book is Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things, which offers a new framework for raising aspirations and exceeding expectations. Resources Mentioned:Adam’s Website: https://adamgrant.net/Adam’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammgrant/Adam’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamMGrantAdam’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamgrant/Adam’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdamMGrant/Adam’s Podcasts:Rethinking: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rethinking/id1554567118 WorkLife: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worklife-with-adam-grant/id1346314086?mt=2Adam’s Newsletter (Granted): https://adamgrant.substack.com/Adam’s latest book Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things: https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Potential-Science-Achieving-Greater/dp/0593653149 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/shopifyHelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for lifeNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off your two-week trial Coda.io - Head over to coda.io/profiting to try Coda for freeIndeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get 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/

Vivian Tu: How the Wealthiest People Work, Network, and Invest Their Money | E267

One of the best ways to become rich is to learn how rich people think. This is the gospel according to Vivian Tu. Vivian is a former Wall Street trader and entrepreneur turned personal finance educator. You may know her best as “Your Rich BFF” on TikTok and YouTube where she’s taught millions of followers how to save, invest, and grow their careers. In today’s episode, Vivian shares her top strategies to build wealth and reduce debt, as well as how we can learn from how the rich think differently about money and investment than the rest of us. Vivian Tu is the founder and CEO of Your Rich BFF, which she began as a passion project to destigmatize personal finance advice and make it accessible and digestible to non-experts and marginalized communities. Vivian was also named to the Forbes 30 under 30 for 2023, and is also the host of the popular personal finance podcast “Networth and Chill.” She has just released her first book Rich AF: The Winning Money Mindset That Will Change Your Life. In this episode, Hala and Vivian will discuss:- Being raised with a scarcity mindset- Being an Asian American woman on Wall Street- Walking away from a six-figure job at BuzzFeed- The importance of reinventing yourself- How her passion project turned into a multi-million-dollar business- Writing a money book for her generation- Why rich people think differently than other people- Why you can’t save your way to rich- How rich people network effectively- How to calculate your F-you number- And other topics… Vivian Tu is a former Wall Street trader-turned-expert, educator, public speaker, host, female entrepreneur, and media powerhouse. She is the founder and CEO of Your Rich BFF, which she began as a passion project to destigmatize personal finance advice and make it accessible and digestible to non-experts and marginalized communities. Vivian was also named to the Forbes 30 under 30 for 2023, and is also the host of the popular personal finance podcast “Networth and Chill.” She has just released her first book Rich AF: The Winning Money Mindset That Will Change Your Life. Resources Mentioned:Vivian’s Website: https://www.yourrichbff.com/about-meVivian’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viviantu-yourrichbff/Vivian’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.richbff/?hl=enVivian’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourRichBFFVivian’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/yourrichbffVivian’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourrichbffVivian’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Your_RichBFFVivian’s Podcast (Networth and Chill): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/networth-and-chill-with-your-rich-bff/id1676999261 Vivian’s new book Rich AF: The Winning Money Mindset That Will Change Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-AF-Winning-Mindset-Change/dp/0593714911  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/shopifyNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off on your two-week trial HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for life!Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profitingMore About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get 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/

Morgan Housel: How to ACTUALLY Build Wealth, Investing to Gain Financial Independence | E266

Morgan Housel made his first investment when he was 18, putting $1,000 into a certificate of deposit at his local bank. When he started to make some interest on that investment, he was hooked. He devoured books on finance and economics, eventually becoming a financial columnist for The Motley Fool and The Wall Street Journal. In today’s episode, Morgan shares why he thinks finance is more like psychology than physics, some of the common emotional pitfalls related to money, his secrets to staying rich, and much more. Morgan Housel is a partner at The Collaborative Fund. He's the author of the best-selling book The Psychology of Money. He is a two-time winner of the Best in Business Award from the Society of American Business Editors and Writers and winner of the New York Times Sidney Award. His latest book is Same As Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes. In this episode, Hala and Morgan will discuss:- Serendipitously finding a job he loves- The skiing accident that changed his life- What he learned from James Clear and Atomic Habits- How behavior can trump smarts- Why finance is more like psychology than physics- Independence and the purpose of wealth- Common emotional pitfalls related to money- Secrets to staying rich- What Bill Gates can teach you about optimism- Which unappreciated trait of Warren Buffet we should emulate- How stress can be a good thing- And other topics… Morgan Housel is a partner at The Collaborative Fund. He's the author of the best-selling book The Psychology of Money. He is a two-time winner of the Best in Business Award from the Society of American Business Editors and Writers and winner of the New York Times Sidney Award. In 2022, MarketWatch named him one of the 50 most influential people in markets. He serves on the board of directors at Markel. His latest book is Same As Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes. Resources Mentioned: Morgan’s Website: https://www.morganhousel.com/Morgan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-housel-5b473821/Morgan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganhousel/Morgan’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/morganhouselMorgan’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-morgan-housel-podcast/id1675310669 Morgan’s Book, Same as Ever (2023): https://www.amazon.com/Same-Ever-Guide-Never-Changes/dp/0593332709/ Morgan’s Book, The Psychology of Money (2020):https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Money-Timeless-lessons-happiness/dp/0857197681  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/shopifyNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off on your two-week trial HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for life!Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get 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/

YAPClassic: Marshall Goldsmith, #1 Business Executive Coach Shares His Secrets for Training CEOs and Entrepreneurs

Back in the late '60s, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith joined the fad of studying philosophy and began learning about Buddhism. Buddhism taught him that we can only find peace in what we already have, and what works for someone won’t work for everyone. He now utilizes those teachings as a top-rated executive coach who works with some of the most powerful business leaders in the world. In this episode of YAPClassic, Hala and Marshall chat about the 20 habits that hold people back, how to avoid and overcome bad triggers, and how to live a happier life.   Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is recognized as the leading expert on leadership and coaching for behavioral change. 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. In this episode, Hala and Marshall will discuss: - What Buddhism taught him- Why success makes you fail- A life-changing habit that takes 3 minutes a day- Why the inherent urge to win?- How to break the habit of being negative - Excuses people have for change - Defining a behavioral trigger- 4 stages of the feedback loop- How to avoid triggers - Magic moves: apology and optimism - What makes listening so powerful?- 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. LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.Resources Mentioned:Inc.com: Do You Have Mojo or Nojo?: https://www.inc.com/marshall-goldsmith/mojo-nojo.html Inc.com: Why Leadership is a Contact Sport: https://www.inc.com/marshall-goldsmith/contact-sport-overview.html 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/coachgoldsmith Sponsored By: RobinHood - Visit robinhood.com/PROFITING to claim an unlimited 1% bonus on your assets.Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off on your two-week trial HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for life!Help Save Palestinian Lives: Donate money for eSIM cards for the people of Gaza at https://youngandprofiting.co/DonateWHalaMore 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/

James Clear: Atomic Habits, How Small Habits Change Your Life | E265

James Clear grew up dreaming of becoming a professional baseball player. But after suffering a serious head injury from being hit in the face with a baseball bat in high school, he had to regroup and figure out how best to play the cards he had been dealt. Thanks to his diligent work ethic, he rebounded to become a college pitcher before embarking on a career as a writer, blogger, best-selling author, and expert on habits. In today’s episode, James will share his story, the rocky road to his bestselling book Atomic Habits, and how you can break your worst habits. James Clear has been writing at JamesClear.com about habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement since 2012. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Atomic Habits, which has sold millions of copies worldwide and has been translated into more than 50 languages. His popular "3-2-1" email newsletter is sent out weekly to more than 1 million subscribers. In this episode, Hala and James will discuss:- The accident that changed his life- His accomplishments on the ball field- How to incorporate habit stacking into your routines- His journey from blogging to best-selling book- How he built his successful email newsletter- Making habits research accessible to readers- The runaway success of Atomic Habits- His next book project- Habits as the compound interest of improvement- The importance of identity-based habits- Why fixating on goals can be unhealthy- How to break a bad habit- And other topics… James Clear has been writing at JamesClear.com about habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement since 2012. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Atomic Habits, which has sold millions of copies worldwide and has been translated into more than 50 languages. Clear is a regular speaker at Fortune 500 companies and his work has been featured in places like Time magazine, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and on CBS This Morning. His popular "3-2-1" email newsletter is sent out weekly to more than 1 million subscribers. Resources Mentioned:James’s Website: https://jamesclear.com/James’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesclear/James’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/JamesClearJames’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesclear/James’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesclear/James’s Newsletter (The 3-2-1 Newsletter): https://jamesclear.com/3-2-1James’s Masterclass (Small Habits that Make a Big Impact on Your Life): https://www.masterclass.com/classes/small-habits-that-make-a-big-impact-on-your-lifeJames’s book, Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life:Use code ‘podcast’ for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By:RobinHood - Visit robinhood.com/PROFITING to claim an unlimited 1% bonus on your assets.Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopifyNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off on your two-week trial HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for life!Help Save Palestinian Lives: Donate money for eSIM cards for the people of Gaza at https://youngandprofiting.co/DonateWHala More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get 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/

David Shands: The Entrepreneurial Mindset, How to Build a Loyal Community and Hone Your Niche for Massive Success | E264

Since David quit his job as a waiter at the Cheesecake Factory a decade ago, his successful businesses, compelling story, and unique teaching style have helped him build a large and loyal following. Now, he hosts The Social Proof Podcast and runs the Sleepless Knights Coaching Program to guide entrepreneurs and small business owners to entrepreneurial success. David is empowering a new generation of aspiring business owners and dismissing the myth that entrepreneurship is unattainable for those without social or capital privilege. In today’s episode, David will share some tips on how to build a viable online community and chase your goals on your terms and regardless of your background. David Shands is an author, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and business coach. In a few short years, his “Sleep is 4 Suckers” concept has evolved from selling t-shirt's out of the back seat of his car, to selling his message on apparel across the globe. He is now the host of the successful entrepreneurial podcast, The Social Proof Podcast. In this episode, Hala and David will discuss:- Life lessons learned at the Cheesecake Factory- What David learned from Steve Jobs- Struggling as a young entrepreneur- Learning to focus his efforts- Starting his own t-shirt brand- Why he started teaching entrepreneurship- Perfecting his craft on YouTube- Knowing what your audience is struggling with- Earning your listeners’ trust- How to build a niche community- And other topics… David Shands is an author, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and business coach. David worked in various customer-oriented industries by day while building his own apparel business by night. In a few short years, his “Sleep is 4 Suckers” concept has evolved from selling t-shirt's out of the back seat of his car, to selling his message on apparel across the globe. He is now the host of the successful entrepreneurial podcast, The Social Proof Podcast. He is especially focused on helping entrepreneurs launch their own podcasts. Resources Mentioned:David’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidshands/David’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/sleepis4suckersDavid’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleepis4suckers/David’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreamsarebuiltovernight/David’s Podcast (The Social Proof Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-proof-podcast/id1374373035David’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidNeverSleeps 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/shopifyArticulate 360 - Visit articulate.com/360 to start a free 30-day trial of Articulate 360MasterClass - Right now you can get Two Memberships for the Price of One at youngandprofiting.co/masterclassNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off on your two-week trial HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for life!Help Save Palestinian Lives: Donate money for eSIM cards for the people of Gaza at https://youngandprofiting.co/DonateWHala More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get 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/

Morgan DeBaun: Your Startup Survival Kit, from VC Funding to Leadership | E263

When 18-year-old Michael Brown was killed in his home state of Missouri in 2014, Morgan DeBaun was working at a technology company in Silicon Valley. Unhappy with her job and dismayed about the media coverage of the story, she decided to change course. She co-founded Blavity, which became a leading digital media company for Black culture and millennials. Morgan has succeeded despite steep odds to forge an incredibly successful portfolio of companies. In today’s episode, she is going to share with us how she built an influential media empire and give us some pointers on how to navigate some of the most challenging parts of founding a company. Morgan DeBaun is a serial entrepreneur, executive, and corporate advisor. She is the founder, CEO, and Chairman of Blavity Inc., a leading digital media company for Black culture and millennials. Morgan also acts as an advisor to influential global brands and companies including PepsiCo., American Airlines, CES, and other businesses. In this episode, Hala and Morgan will discuss:- Why hard work is not enough- Being an outsider in Silicon Valley- How to pitch a VC firm- How to enlist your donors for help- The right amount of equity to give away in a startup- Talent acquisition and diversity in the tech space- Advising Pepsi and American Airlines- The virtues of anonymous employee surveys- Balancing entrepreneurship with personal relationships- And other topics… Morgan DeBaun is a serial entrepreneur, executive, and corporate advisor. She is the founder, CEO and Chairman of Blavity Inc., a leading digital media company for Black culture and millennials. Through her work at Blavity, Morgan has grown the company into a market leader for Black media, reaching millions of readers through a growing brand portfolio that includes: Blavity News, 21Ninety, AfroTech, Travel Noire, Shadow & Act, and Blavity TV. Morgan also acts as an advisor to influential global brands and companies including PepsiCo., American Airlines, CES, and other businesses. She also hosts The Journey podcast, a weekly podcast that delves into the captivating stories of purpose-driven achievers on their quest to live their best lives and has her own newsletter, The Journey Newsletter, which gives advice on building a sustainable and scalable career and life. Resources Mentioned:Morgan’s Website: https://www.morgandebaun.com/Morgan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgandebaun/Morgan’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgandebaunMorgan’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/MorganDeBaunMorgan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgandebaun/Morgan’s Podcast, The Journey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-journey-with-morgan-debaun/id1687058364Morgan’s Company, Blavity: https://blavity.com/ 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/shopifyArticulate 360 - Visit articulate.com/360 to start a free 30-day trial of Articulate 360MasterClass - Right now you can get Two Memberships for the Price of One at youngandprofiting.co/masterclassNom Nom - Go to youngandprofiting.co/trynomnom for 50% off on your two-week trial HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/profitingfree and use code profitingfree for FREE breakfast for life!Help Save Palestinian Lives: Donate money for eSIM cards for the people of Gaza at https://youngandprofiting.co/DonateWHala More About Young and ProfitingDownload Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get 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/