Young and Profiting (YAP) with Hala Taha: Entrepreneurship and Self-Improvement Podcast

Scott Trench once felt limited in a corporate job, questioning whether financial freedom before retirement was even possible. Afraid of wasting decades climbing the corporate ladder for incremental raises at the cost of his freedom, he embraced frugality, disciplined saving, and smart investing. By the age of 27, he had achieved financial independence. In this episode, Scott shares his Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) journey and actionable strategies for building wealth early, empowering you to reach financial freedom long before retirement.

In this episode, Hala and Scott will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:23) From Early Career to BiggerPockets CEO

(08:47) Scrappy Lessons and Startup Growth Hacks

(13:51) Scaling BiggerPockets: Strategy and Growth

(19:18) How BiggerPockets Makes Money

(26:42) Stepping Down as CEO to Become a Full-Time Creator

(30:14) The FIRE Movement and Its Evolving Models

(39:47) Frugal Living, Wealth Building, and Saving Hacks

(45:51) Smart Real Estate Strategies for Beginners

(57:59) Different Paths to Financial Independence

Scott Trench is a real estate investor and former CEO of BiggerPockets, the world’s largest community for real estate investors. He co-hosts the BiggerPockets Money podcast, sharing insights on personal finance and wealth building. Scott is the bestselling author of Set for Life and a leading voice in the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, promoting strategies for financial planning, investment, and early retirement.

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Resources Mentioned:

Scott’s Book, Set For Life: bit.ly/SetforLife 

Scott’s Instagram: instagram.com/scott_trench 

Scott’s Podcast, BiggerPockets Money: bit.ly/BPMP-apple 

Scott’s YouTube, BiggerPockets Money: bit.ly/BPM-YouTube 

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When eight-year-old David Eagleman fell from a roof, his brain created the illusion that time slowed down during the 0.6-second fall. This accident sparked his lifelong fascination with human psychology and how the brain constructs our perception of time and reality, ultimately shaping his path as a leading neuroscientist. In this episode, David explores the concepts of time perception, sensory substitution, and livewiring, revealing how the brain rewires itself, why perception is an illusion, and whether humans could one day unlock a sixth or seventh sense.

In this episode, Hala and David will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:26) Childhood Fall and Slowed Time Perception

(06:46) Exploring the Concept of Umwelt

(10:33) Animal Senses and Human Nature Limitations

(16:46) Brain Plasticity vs. Livewiring Explained

(27:50) Sensory Substitution and the Future of Senses

(36:29) The Psychology of Why We Dream

(42:02) The Intersection Between Science and Religion

(48:47) The Future of Livewired Technology

(51:39) AI vs. Livewired Systems and Human Potential

David Eagleman is a neuroscientist at Stanford University, a bestselling author, and the founder of Neosensory and BrainCheck. He is the writer and presenter of the international PBS series The Brain with David Eagleman and The Creative Brain on Netflix. His bestselling book Livewired reveals how the brain adapts in real time, reshaping our understanding of perception, consciousness, and human psychology.

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Resources Mentioned:

David’s Book, Livewired: bit.ly/Livewired 

David’s Website: eagleman.com 

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Recognizing the shortcomings of popular health advice, Dan Buettner set out to solve the mystery of why some communities live to 100 and beyond without chronic disease, while others face shorter lives burdened by illness. Through decades of research, he uncovered the transformative power of Blue Zones: environments that naturally promote health, happiness, and longevity. In this episode, Dan shares the longevity secrets of these communities, revealing lifestyle and environmental habits to help you live a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.

In this episode, Hala and Dan will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:21) His Early Career and Quest Expeditions

(06:07) Building Revenue Streams Around His Passion

(10:36) Discovering Blue Zones and Longevity Secrets

(16:20) Downshifting Stress and Finding Purpose

(21:37) Natural Movement vs. Modern Gym Culture

(26:37) Creating Cities and Homes for Wellness

(33:32) Plant Slant Diet, Nutrition, and Longevity

(43:53) Evaluating Modern Health and Biohacking Trends

Dan Buettner is a New York Times bestselling author, National Geographic Fellow, and producer of a three-time Emmy Award–winning Netflix series. As the founder of Blue Zones, he has helped transform more than 70 cities, adding healthy years to residents’ lives through environmental design and policy change. His latest book, The Blue Zones Kitchen One Pot Meals, offers 100 quick, plant-based recipes inspired by the world’s longest-living communities.

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Resources Mentioned:

Dan's Book, The Blue Zones Kitchen One Pot Meals: bit.ly/1_PotMeals 

Dan's Book, The Blue Zones Challenge: bit.ly/BZonesChallenge 

Dan's Book, The Blue Zones Kitchen: bit.ly/BZonesKitchen

Dan’s Instagram: instagram.com/danbuettner

Dan's Website: danbuettner.com

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Hala Taha gave up everything for her dream job in radio. She worked for free, dropped out of college, and showed up every day for three years at Hot 97 with blind faith, only to be quietly fired and blackballed from the industry she loved. With no way back, entrepreneurship and personal branding became her lifeline. She built her own brand, grew her own audience, and transformed rejection into a multimillion-dollar podcast business. In this special 7 Years of YAP series, Hala joins Matt, Aaron, and Leah on The Lonely Office to share how career setbacks became the foundation of her influence and success.

In this episode, Matt, Aaron, Leah, and Hala will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(03:38) Early Career Struggles and Toxic Workplaces

(11:30) The Pivot to Blogging and Entrepreneurship

(15:37) Building a Side Hustle While in Corporate

(25:18) How Hala Leveraged Personal Branding for Success

(33:45) Why Personal Branding Is Non-Negotiable

(40:48) The Future of Work: Thriving in the Age of AI

Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She’s the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Jenna Kutcher, Neil Patel, and Russell Brunson grow and monetize their shows. With her business on track to hit eight figures in 2025, Hala stands out as a leading creator-entrepreneur.

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Resources Mentioned:

Hala’s Podcast, Young and Profiting: bit.ly/_YAP-apple 

Hala’s Agency, YAP Media: yapmedia.com   

The Lonely Office by Matt, Aaron, and Leah: bit.ly/TLO-apple 

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YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting

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Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new 

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Now on Spotify Video! Are you struggling to move up in your career, get noticed in the workplace, or find the right opportunities for success? Without influence, professionals risk being overlooked and stuck in their careers, no matter how hard they work. In this episode, presented by MasterClass, Hala Taha reveals how to build influence at work and accelerate career development. You’ll hear insights from experts like Chris Voss, Tori Dunlap, and Ken Coleman on becoming memorable and indispensable in the workplace.

In this episode, Hala will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:38) How to Stand Out from Day One in the Workplace

(06:03) Building Confidence and Likeability at Work

(15:43) Communicating Like a Leader for Success

(24:32) Embracing Feedback for Career Development

(27:14) Knowing When and Where to Move in Your Career

MasterClass offers a world-class online learning experience with unlimited access to thousands of bite-sized lessons designed to sharpen your career, leadership skills, and more. Discover how corporate America’s most powerful executives really rise to the top in a new series on MasterClass: The Power Playbook: How to Win at Work by Stanford Professor, Jeffrey Pfeffer. Sign up today and get an additional 15% off any annual membership at MasterClass.com/PROFITING. 

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Resources Mentioned:

YAP E305 with Patrick Lencioni: youngandprofiting.co/WorkingGeniuses 

YAP E245 with Tori Dunlap: youngandprofiting.co/FinancialFreedom 

YAP E164 with Stacey Vanek Smith: youngandprofiting.co/MachiavelliWorkplace 

YAP E194 with Michelle Lederman: youngandprofiting.co/GrowUrInfluence 

YAP E321 with Yasir Khan: youngandprofiting.co/SpeakLikeCEO 

YAP E330 with Matt Abrahams: youngandprofiting.co/SpontaneousSpeaking 

YAP Live with Derrick Kinney: youngandprofiting.co/GoodMoneyRevolution 

YAP E144 with Chris Voss: youngandprofiting.co/AdvancedNegotiation 

YAP E227 with Kim Scott: youngandprofiting.co/RadicalCandor 

YAP E90 with Tim Salau: youngandprofiting.co/AmericanDream 

YAP E296 with Ken Coleman: youngandprofiting.co/ClearYourPurpose 

YAP E174 with Julie Solomon: youngandprofiting.co/GrowYourBrand 

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Disclaimer: This episode is a paid partnership with MasterClass. Sponsored content helps support our podcast and continue bringing valuable insights to our audience.

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Despite having the outward signs of success, Dr. John Delony was quietly battling severe anxiety and mental health struggles. He felt disconnected from his wife, leaned on caffeine to power through the day, and relied on sleep aids to make it through the night. When he finally admitted he had reached his breaking point, it set him on a journey of self-healing, positivity, and lasting happiness. In this episode, John shares the six daily choices that can help you break free from anxiety, foster deep connections, emotional safety, and true mental wellness.

In this episode, Hala and John will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(03:43) The Breakdown That Sparked an Awakening

(07:50) Masculinity Crisis and Societal Expectations

(14:38) Redefining Anxiety and Mental Health Labels

(21:00) The Truth About Mental Health Medications

(26:48) Becoming a Safe, Peaceful Person First

(31:54) Living a Non-Anxious Life: The Six Daily Choices

(48:05) How Your Environment Impacts Your Wellness

(52:58) Why Real Human Connection Beats AI Therapy

(59:54) The Key to Creator-Entrepreneurship Success

Dr. John Delony is a national bestselling author, mental health expert, and host of The Dr. John Delony Show. With two PhDs in counseling and higher education, he has spent over two decades in crisis response and leadership. Now at Ramsey Solutions, John helps people reclaim their mental health, build deep relationships, and live non-anxious lives.

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Resources Mentioned:

John's Podcast, The Dr. John Delony Show: bit.ly/TDJDS-apple 

John’s YouTube: youtube.com/@TheDrJohnDelonyShow 

John’s Website: johndelony.com 

John’s Instagram: instagram.com/johndelony 

YAP E362 with Dr. Caroline Leaf: youngandprofiting.co/MentalWellness 

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Trapped in corporate life and chasing external validation, Amy Porterfield faced the life-changing decision to either stay safe in her job or take the leap into entrepreneurship. Choosing the latter, she quit her job, became an entrepreneur, and built a multi-million-dollar online business. In this episode, Amy shares her secret to starting a business and achieving lasting freedom in entrepreneurship.

In this episode, Hala and Amy will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:38) Her Leap From Corporate to Entrepreneurship

(10:05) Choosing Between Freedom and Security

(13:14) Two Weeks Notice: Planning Your Exit Strategy

(22:46) Business Mistakes and the Importance of Boundaries

(32:00) Identifying Profitable Ideas and Audience

(38:21) How to Build a Valuable Business Offer

(45:45) Why Websites and Email Lists Matter 

(56:39) Top Revenue Strategies for New Entrepreneurs

Amy Porterfield is an online marketing expert, bestselling author, and host of The Amy Porterfield Show. Having generated over $120 million through her email list, she teaches entrepreneurs how to create and scale their side hustle or online business. Today, Amy has empowered more than 100,000 students worldwide to achieve financial freedom and flexibility through entrepreneurship.

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Resources Mentioned:

Amy’s Book, Two Weeks Notice: bit.ly/2Weeks-Notice 

Amy’s Podcast, The Amy Porterfield Show: bit.ly/TAPS-apple 

Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals 

Key YAP Links

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Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new 

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A few years after being voted 'least likely to succeed' in high school, Brandon Dawson defied expectations by scaling his first company from zero to $75 million. Since then, he has built and sold multiple nine-figure businesses. As the co-founder of Cardone Ventures, he helps entrepreneurs build wealth, scale effectively, and lead with purpose. In this episode, Brandon reveals why 97% of businesses fail and shares how to beat the odds and achieve business growth. He also discusses his core leadership principles and the key traits of a great business partner.

In this episode, Hala and Brandon will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:21) His Early Life and Entrepreneurship Journey

(09:27) Bootstrapping a Startup vs. VC Funding

(19:10) Why Entrepreneurs Should Prioritize Cash Reserves

(26:14) Scale vs. Scaling: Redefining Business Growth

(36:48) Why 92% of Businesses Fail to Scale Past $3M

(40:25) The ‘Law of the Lid’ in Leadership

(45:47) Actionable Steps to Improving Leadership Skills

(55:46) Building 9-Figure Businesses with Grant Cardone

(01:03:01) The Key Traits to Look for in Business Partners

Brandon Dawson is an entrepreneur, scaling expert, and co-founder of Cardone Ventures. As CEO of Sonus Corporation, he grew it to over 1,400 locations and raised $58 million. He later founded Audigy Group, scaling it from $500,000 to $35 million before selling it for $151 million. With over 30 years of experience, Brandon helps businesses scale using data-driven strategies, navigate breakpoints, and avoid common pitfalls.

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Resources Mentioned:

Brandon's Website: bdawson.com 

Brandon's Book, Nine-Figure Mindset: bit.ly/9FigureMindset

Brandon’s Podcast, Building Billions: bit.ly/BuildingBillions-Apple 

The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell: bit.ly/21-Laws 

Good to Great (6 book series) by Jim Collins: bit.ly/GTG-Series 

Rich Dad's Cashflow Quadrant by Robert T. Kiyosaki: bit.ly/CashQuadrant 

Sell or Be Sold by Grant Cardone: bit.ly/Sell-Be-Sold 

Start The Work by Natalie Dawson: bit.ly/StartTheWork 

Three Feet from Gold by Sharon L. Lechter: bit.ly/3-Feet-Gold 

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YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting

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Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com

Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new 

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In 2018, Hala Taha launched the Young and Profiting podcast while still working her corporate job, laying the foundation for YAP Media. What began as a side hustle has grown into a top-ranked entrepreneurship podcast, a powerful personal brand, and a thriving podcast and social media agency. In this special 7 Years of YAP series, Hala joins Jamar Jones on The Foureva Podcast to share the exact strategies she used to turn a side hustle into a multi-million-dollar media business.

In this episode, Jamar and Hala will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(03:23) Her Early Career at Hot 97 and Skill Stacking Edge

(07:39) Using Social Proof to Land Influential Guests

(10:48) Sales as the Engine of Entrepreneurship

(12:38) Building and Scaling a High-Performance Team

(20:02) YAP Media: From Side Hustle to 7-Figure Business

(29:33) LinkedIn Growth Hacks for Entrepreneurs

(36:08) Sales Strategies for Closing High-Value Clients

(43:48) What's Next: Future Plans for Business Growth 

Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She’s the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Jenna Kutcher, Neil Patel, and Russell Brunson grow and monetize their shows. With her business on track to hit eight figures in 2025, Hala stands out as a leading creator-entrepreneur.

Sponsored By:

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Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING 

OpenPhone - Get 20% off your first 6 months at OpenPhone.com/profiting

Airbnb - Find a co-host at airbnb.com/host 

Mercury - Streamline your banking and finances in one place. Learn more at ⁠⁠mercury.com/profiting⁠⁠ 

Policy Genius - Secure your family’s future with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com/profiting 

Framer - Launch your site for free at Framer.com, and use code PROFITING

Resources Mentioned:

Hala’s Podcast, Young and Profiting: bit.ly/_YAP-apple 

Hala’s Agency, YAP Media: yapmedia.com   

The Foureva Podcast by Jamar Jones: bit.ly/TFP-apple 

 Change Your Circle, Change Your Life by Jamar Jones: bit.ly/ChangeCircle 

Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals 

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YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting

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Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com

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Now on Spotify Video! After facing early career setbacks and limited growth opportunities in corporate, Hala Taha turned to LinkedIn and podcasting to build her personal brand. By mastering content marketing and audience engagement, she rose to become a top LinkedIn influencer and podcast host, transforming her side hustle into a thriving media empire. In this episode, Hala joins Jeremy Miner on the Next Level Podcast to share how to leverage podcasting and LinkedIn for brand building, lead generation, and business growth.

In this episode, Jeremy and Hala will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:59) Storytelling Tips to Engage Your Audience

(04:21) Building a Podcast Business from Scratch

(09:32) Winning Marketing Tips for Podcast Growth

(16:29) How to Scale a Media Business

(19:35) LinkedIn Content Strategies for Lead Generation

(32:05) Advanced LinkedIn Monetization Strategies

Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She’s the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Jenna Kutcher, Neil Patel, and Russell Brunson grow and monetize their shows. With her business on track to hit eight figures in 2025, Hala stands out as a leading creator-entrepreneur.

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Resources Mentioned:

Hala’s Podcast, Young and Profiting: bit.ly/_YAP-apple 

Hala’s LinkedIn Masterclass: yapmedia.io/course 

Next Level Podcast by Jeremy Miner: bit.ly/NLP-apple 

Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals 

Key YAP Links

Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap

YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting

LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/

Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/

Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com

Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new 

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