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

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Young and Profiting with Hala Taha is the must-listen podcast for anyone who is hardcore into entrepreneurship. Hosted by Hala Taha, a self-made entrepreneur and marketing expert, this top-ranked show features mini-masterclasses with business icons and entrepreneurs like GaryVee, Alex Hormozi, Mel Robbins, Reid Hoffman, Tom Bilyeu and Codie Sanchez. Listen to YAP to profit in all aspects of life - from boosting sales and beating algorithms, to brain hacks and biohacking. Whether you’re launching a startup, scaling your business or simply wanting to expand your sales and marketing skills, each episode delivers actionable advice that WILL help you profit in life. If you want the motivation to level up your entrepreneurship game and work hard - while still prioritizing your mental and physical health - then Listen, Learn and Profit with Young and Profiting Podcast!

  1. 1D AGO

    Jim Kwik: Is AI Destroying Your Brain Health? What Entrepreneurs Must Know | Mental Health | E385

    Artificial intelligence promises efficiency, but at what cost to your brain health? Jim Kwik, the world’s leading brain coach, has observed a concerning trend: the more we rely on AI, the less we engage our own brains, ultimately making us mentally weaker. In this episode, Jim returns to introduce the concept of augmented intelligence, a tool meant to amplify human thinking, not replace it. He also shares his proven strategies to strengthen brain health, ensuring that your memory, sleep, focus, and cognitive function stay sharp in an AI-driven world. In this episode, Hala and Jim will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:22) A New Mind for the AI Era (08:20) AI vs. Human Intelligence Comparison (11:55) Setting Boundaries With Artificial Intelligence (15:20) The MEDS Brain Health Framework (18:47) Sleep Optimization for Cognitive Wellness (23:40) Training Your Brain in the Modern World (34:08) Mastering Focus in a Distracted World (42:08) Understanding Brain Types: The CODE Framework (50:19) Actionable Advice for Entrepreneurs Jim Kwik is the world’s leading brain performance coach, a New York Times bestselling author, and the founder of Kwik Brain. For over 30 years, he has trained CEOs, entrepreneurs, athletes, and world leaders in speed learning, memory improvement, and mental performance. As the host of the top-ranked Kwik Brain podcast, Jim focuses on brain health, cognitive fitness, and unlocking human potential in a rapidly changing world. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment and discover your natural gifts and thrive at work. Go to workinggenius.com and get 20% off with code PROFITING Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Huel -  Get all the daily nutrients you need with Huel. Grab Huel today and get 15% OFF with my code PROFITING at huel.com/PROFITING.  Resources Mentioned: Jim's Website: kwikbrain.com  Jim's Book, Limitless: bit.ly/-Limitles  Jim’s YouTube: youtube.com/c/JimKwik  Jim’s Podcast, Kwik Brain: bit.ly/KB-apple  Jim’s Brain Type Quiz: mybrainanimal.com  YAP E190 with Jim Kwik: youngandprofiting.co/E190  The Structure of Scientific Revolutions by Thomas S. Kuhn: bit.ly/TSoSR  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Biohacking, Motivation, Manifestation, Life Balance, Self-Healing, Positivity, Happiness, Diet

    1h 9m

  2. 4D AGO

    Brad Stulberg: Six Mental Health Principles Entrepreneurs Need to Beat Burnout | Mental Health | YAPClassic

    Brad Stulberg experienced a severe mental health crisis in his early 30s, battling OCD, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and suicidal ideation while outwardly succeeding as a performance coach. This disconnect between his external achievements and internal struggles pushed him to reevaluate how he defined success and excellence. Through therapy, psychiatry, and extensive research, he developed six principles of groundedness to support sustainable success during both good and difficult times. In this episode, Brad explains how groundedness can reduce burnout and promote long-term mental health, wellness, and performance. In this episode, Hala and Brad will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:29) Brad’s Career Path to Performance Coaching (07:25) The 2017 Mental Health Crisis and OCD (18:53) The Science Behind Groundedness (21:01) Understanding Heroic Individualism (34:10) The Six Principles of Groundedness  (44:09) Developing Patience for Long-Term Success (49:53) How Vulnerability Builds Real Confidence (54:53) Embracing Emotional Flexibility for Wellness (57:11) The Importance of Building Deep Community (01:03:02) How Movement Supports Mental Health Brad Stulberg is a bestselling author, executive coach, and researcher focused on mental health, sustainable success, and human performance. He regularly contributes to The New York Times, and his work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, among other outlets. In his coaching practice, Brad works with executives, entrepreneurs, physicians, and athletes on their mental skills and overall well-being. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment and discover your natural gifts and thrive at work. Go to workinggenius.com and get 20% off with code PROFITING Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Huel -  Get all the daily nutrients you need with Huel. Grab Huel today and get 15% OFF with my code PROFITING at huel.com/PROFITING.  Resources Mentioned: Brad’s Book, The Practice of Groundedness: bit.ly/Groundednes  Brad’s Book, Peak Performance: bit.ly/Per4mance  Brad’s Instagram: instagram.com/bradstulberg/  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Biohacking, Motivation, Manifestation, Brain Health, Life Balance, Self-Healing, Positivity, Happiness, Sleep, Diet

    1h 10m

  3. FEB 2

    Mike Seckler: How to Build a Business That Thrives When Others Fail | Entrepreneurship | E384

    Mike Seckler entered entrepreneurship with no business background or playbook. When the dot-com crash hit, competitors disappeared overnight, capital vanished, and survival came down to making fast, uncomfortable decisions. In the middle of the chaos, Mike developed a skill most founders never build: intellectual stamina. The ability to absorb new information, pivot decisively, and rework a vision without panic or ego. Those lessons shaped the leader he is today as CEO of Justworks.In this episode, Mike shares how entrepreneurs can survive brutal business cycles, prepare for unforeseen moments, and build resilient, customer-obsessed companies that last. In this episode, Hala and Mike will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:05) His Unlikely Path to Entrepreneurship (09:20) Surviving the Dot-Com Market Crash (12:50) Intellectual Stamina: The Pivoting Framework (18:48) Joining Justworks and Leadership Approach (23:44) Building Effective Advisory Boards for Entrepreneurs (28:15) Customer Obsession as a Business Principle (36:57) Mission, Values, and Culture at Justworks (44:02) How Leaders Shape Employee Engagement (49:57) Managing Risk During Rapid Business Growth (53:57) Entrepreneurship Insights and Final Thoughts Mike Seckler is the CEO of Justworks, a leading HR technology company dedicated to empowering small businesses. A seasoned entrepreneur, he has built and scaled multiple technology companies through volatile market cycles, including EmployeeEASE, which was acquired by ADP, and Euclidean Technologies, an investment management firm powered by machine learning. Mike also serves on multiple boards and is passionate about helping entrepreneurs build customer-obsessed, mission-driven companies. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment and discover your natural gifts and thrive at work. Go to workinggenius.com and get 20% off with code PROFITING Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. Huel -  Get all the daily nutrients you need with Huel. Grab Huel today and get 15% OFF with my code PROFITING at huel.com/PROFITING. Resources Mentioned: Mike’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mikeseckler  Justworks Website: justworks.com/ Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Passive Income, Online Business, Solopreneur, Founder, Networking

    1h 4m

  4. JAN 30

    Dr. Michael Gervais: Master Your Mindset to Dominate in Business and Life | Human Behavior | YAPClassic

    Dr. Michael Gervais has experienced firsthand how human psychology can break down under pressure. As a teenage competitive surfer, the fear of judgment sabotaged his performance, revealing how mental barriers, not physical skills, silently limit confidence and potential. That early insight led him to study psychology and spend over 25 years helping elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and high performers train their minds. In this episode, Dr. Michael shares proven mental skills to overcome fear of other people’s opinions, build confidence from within, and unlock peak performance. In this episode, Hala and Dr. Michael will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:25) How Mindset Shapes Human Potential (06:48) Why Elite Performance Is Mentally Driven (10:39) How High Performers Train Differently (17:08) Handling Fear in High-Stakes Moments (19:32) Breathing Techniques for Mental Strength (23:25) The Importance of Imagery for Peak Performance (31:38) The Psychology of FOPO and How to Combat It (43:11) Performance-Based vs. Purpose-Based Identity Dr. Michael Gervais is a high-performance psychologist, bestselling author, and host of the Finding Mastery podcast. He has worked with world record holders, Olympians, internationally acclaimed artists and musicians, MVPs from every major sport, and Fortune 100 CEOs to optimize mindset and performance. Michael is widely known for his work on mastery of self, emotional regulation, and thriving under pressure. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/hala Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Intuit QuickBooks - Start the new year strong and take control of your cash flow at QuickBooks.com/money  Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting   Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment and discover your natural gifts and thrive at work. Go to workinggenius.com and get 20% off with code PROFITING Experian - Manage and cancel unwanted subscriptions to reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you.  Huel - Get all the daily nutrients you need with Huel. A fast, nutritious, and complete food. Grab Huel today and get 15% OFF with my code PROFITING at huel.com/PROFITING Resources Mentioned: Michael’s Podcast, Finding Mastery: bit.ly/F-Mastery  Michael’s Book, The First Rule of Mastery: bit.ly/TFROM  Michael’s Instagram: instagram.com/michaelgervais  YAP E with Dr. Michael Gervais:  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Habits, Positivity, Human Nature, Critical Thinking, Robert Greene, Chris Voss, Robert Cialdini

    55 min

  5. JAN 26

    Dr. Michael Gervais: How to Perform Under Pressure Without Destroying Your Mental Health | Mental Health | E383

    How do you master the psychology of performing under pressure without falling apart? For over 25 years, Dr. Michael Gervais has worked with elite athletes and high performers who look unstoppable on paper, yet crack when the stakes are highest. Through decades of research and coaching, he’s uncovered what separates those who rise in high-pressure moments from those who spiral. In this episode, Michael breaks down the mental skills top performers use to stay calm, focused, and creative under pressure, and how entrepreneurs can apply the same frameworks to protect their mental health and perform at their best. In this episode, Hala and Dr. Michael will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:13) Mastery of Self in an AI World (06:47) Why Entrepreneurs Need Mental Training (10:25) Practical Ways to Train Your Mind Daily (18:20) Mastering Breath Work and Mental Imagery (27:40) The Psychology of High-Pressure Performance (38:11) Goal Setting Without Fear of Opinions (47:35) Managing Emotions in Leadership (54:56) Building Psychological Safety Within a Team (1:00:10) How to Truly Understand Your Team Dr. Michael Gervais is a high-performance psychologist, bestselling author, and host of the Finding Mastery podcast. He has worked with world record holders, Olympians, internationally acclaimed artists and musicians, MVPs from every major sport, and Fortune 100 CEOs to optimize mindset and performance. Dr. Michael is widely known for his work on mastery of self, emotional regulation, and thriving under pressure. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at ⁠Indeed.com/PROFITING⁠  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at ⁠Shopify.com/profiting⁠.  Spectrum Business - Visit ⁠Spectrum.com/FreeForLife⁠ to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at ⁠northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap⁠ Framer - Publish beautiful websites. Go to ⁠Framer.com/profiting⁠ and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Intuit QuickBooks - Take control of your cash flow at ⁠QuickBooks.com/money⁠  Quo - Run your business communications for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to ⁠quo.com/profiting⁠   Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment at ⁠workinggenius.com⁠ and get 20% off with code PROFITING Experian - Manage and cancel unwanted subscriptions to reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. Huel - Get all your daily nutrients from Huel and get 15% OFF with code PROFITING at ⁠huel.com/PROFITING Resources Mentioned: Michael’s Podcast, Finding Mastery: bit.ly/F-Mastery  Michael’s Book, The First Rule of Mastery: bit.ly/TFROM  Michael’s Website: findingmastery.com Michael’s Instagram: instagram.com/michaelgervais  Michael’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drmichaelgervais  YAP E287 with Dr. Michael Gervais: youngandprofiting.co/TRBYMAPE287  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Wellness, Biohacking, Motivation, Manifestation, Brain Health, Life Balance, Self-Healing, Positivity, Happiness, Sleep, Diet

    1h 13m

  6. JAN 23

    Sahil Bloom: How Entrepreneurs Build Real Wealth Beyond Money | Entrepreneurship | YAPLive

    Entrepreneurship often promises freedom, but for many high performers, success can come at the cost of time, health, and relationships. After years in private equity, Sahil Bloom realized that money alone doesn’t guarantee fulfillment, freedom, or a meaningful life. That realization deepened when he learned he might only see his parents 15 more times before they passed if he stayed on his current path. Within 45 days, he left his job, sold his house, and rebuilt his life around what mattered most. In this episode, now on Spotify Video, Sahil breaks down the five types of wealth entrepreneurs need to acquire to win in both business and life. In this episode, Hala and Sahil will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:01) Life Razor: How to Decide What Matters (06:34) Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs (08:22) The Turning Point That Changed Sahil’s Priorities (18:24) Protecting Your Energy as an Entrepreneur (22:20) Starting Entrepreneurship Without a Plan (27:47) Time Management Tips for Entrepreneurs (31:23) Understanding the Five Types of Wealth (46:41) The Brain Trust Approach to Mentorship (49:43) Building Wealth Through Business Ownership (01:00:30) Balancing Wealth, Health, and Life (01:03:11) Sahil’s Daily Routine for Success Sahil Bloom is an entrepreneur, investor, and writer best known for his newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicle, which reaches over 800,000 readers worldwide. He is the founder of SRB Holdings, a holding company that builds and invests in media and operating businesses. A New York Times bestselling author of The 5 Types of Wealth, Sahil focuses on helping entrepreneurs redefine success beyond money. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Intuit QuickBooks - Take control of your cash flow at QuickBooks.com/money  Quo - Run your business communications for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting   Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment at workinggenius.com and get 20% off with code PROFITING Experian - Manage and cancel unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. Huel - Get all your daily nutrients from Huel and get 15% OFF with code PROFITING at huel.com/PROFITING Resources Mentioned: Sahil’s Book, The 5 Types of Wealth: bit.ly/5TypesWealth  Sahil’s Newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicles: bit.ly/3EsRmH5  Sahil’s Instagram: instagram.com/sahilbloom Sahil’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sahilbloom  King of Capital by David Carey: bit.ly/KingCapital  One Up On Wall Street by Peter Lynch: bit.ly/UpWallStreet  Main Street Millionaire by Codie Sanchez: bit.ly/-MainStreet  Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl: bit.ly/S4Meaning  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Passive Income, Online Business, Solopreneur,

    1h 15m

  7. JAN 19

    Shawn French: Conquer Fear and Self-Doubt to Build an Unstoppable Mindset | Human Behavior | E382

    Behind Shawn French’s success was a mindset shift forged under pressure. Early in his sales career, anxiety and fear of failure nearly pushed him out of the industry and back to coaching baseball. One question from his boss about the example he’d set for his son forced a mental reset that changed everything. He rewired the beliefs holding him back, rose into the top 1% of sales, and built a thriving personal brand in his 40s. In this episode, Shawn breaks down the psychology of overcoming self-limiting beliefs and reveals the habits behind unstoppable success and personal development. In this episode, Hala and Shawn will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:16) Overcoming Paralyzing Anxiety in Sales (06:49) Why Authenticity Matters While Selling (09:05) His Journey into Creator Entrepreneurship  (13:36) Building a Personal Brand Despite Naysayers (19:12) The Five Habits of Unstoppable Success (27:39) The Role of Motivation and Discipline (31:56) Developing Peak Performance Routines (36:10) Building a Creator Business From Scratch Shawn French is a high-performance coach, keynote speaker, and founder and host of The Determined Society Podcast. He is the author of Unstoppable, where he outlines a foundational self-improvement process for achieving peak performance through five core habits. Through his work, Shawn helps individuals unlock the mental toughness, discipline, and intentionality needed to thrive in business and life. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Intuit QuickBooks - Start the new year strong and take control of your cash flow at QuickBooks.com/money  Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting   Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment and discover your natural gifts and thrive at work. Go to workinggenius.com and get 20% off with code PROFITING Resources Mentioned: Shawn's Book, Unstoppable: bit.ly/-Unstoppable  Shawn’s Podcast, The Determined Society: bit.ly/TDS-apple  Shawn’s Website: thedeterminedsociety.com  Shawn’s Instagram: instagram.com/theshawnfrench  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Positivity, Human Nature, Human Psychology, Critical Thinking, Robert Greene, Chris Voss, Robert Cialdini

    53 min

  8. JAN 16

    Dr. Maya Shankar: The Mindset Shift You Need When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned | Human Behavior | YAPClassic

    One mindset shift changed everything for Dr. Maya Shankar. After suffering a devastating hand injury at 15 that abruptly ended her promising violin career, her sense of identity was shattered. Forced to reimagine a future beyond music, she turned to cognitive and behavioral science to understand how humans navigate unexpected change. That path led her to President Obama’s White House, where she applied human behavior insights to influence policy and improve decision-making at scale. In this episode, Dr. Maya reveals the power of human psychology and how small mindset shifts can help us make better decisions when life doesn’t go as planned. In this episode, Hala and Dr. Maya will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:13) Dr. Maya’s Early Life and Violin Journey (11:04) What Is Behavioral and Cognitive Science? (21:23) The Sunk Cost Fallacy Explained (26:55) Her Impact at the White House  (37:24) Understanding the Power of Nudging (43:43) Why Changing Minds Is So Difficult (46:24) Practical Nudging Tactics for Everyday Decisions (50:12) Decision-Making Biases You Need to Know (54:32) A Slight Change of Plans Podcast Mission Dr. Maya Shankar is a cognitive scientist and the creator, executive producer, and host of the podcast A Slight Change of Plans. She currently serves as Senior Director of Behavioral Economics at Google and previously founded the White House Behavioral Science Team under President Obama, where she served as a Senior Advisor. Dr. Maya completed a postdoctoral fellowship in cognitive neuroscience at Stanford, earned a Ph.D. in cognitive psychology from Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, and holds a B.A. from Yale. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Intuit QuickBooks - Start the new year strong and take control of your cash flow at QuickBooks.com/money  Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting   Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment and discover your natural gifts and thrive at work. Go to workinggenius.com and get 20% off with code PROFITING Resources Mentioned: Dr. Maya's Podcast, A Slight Change of Plans: bit.ly/ASCOP-apple  Dr. Maya's Website: mayashankar.com Nudge by Cass Sunstein: bit.ly/-Nudge  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Positivity, Human Nature, Critical Thinking, Robert Greene, Chris Voss, Robert Cialdini

    1h 1m
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Young and Profiting with Hala Taha is the must-listen podcast for anyone who is hardcore into entrepreneurship. Hosted by Hala Taha, a self-made entrepreneur and marketing expert, this top-ranked show features mini-masterclasses with business icons and entrepreneurs like GaryVee, Alex Hormozi, Mel Robbins, Reid Hoffman, Tom Bilyeu and Codie Sanchez. Listen to YAP to profit in all aspects of life - from boosting sales and beating algorithms, to brain hacks and biohacking. Whether you’re launching a startup, scaling your business or simply wanting to expand your sales and marketing skills, each episode delivers actionable advice that WILL help you profit in life. If you want the motivation to level up your entrepreneurship game and work hard - while still prioritizing your mental and physical health - then Listen, Learn and Profit with Young and Profiting Podcast!

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