Welcome to YAPfirmations! A new series brought to you by the YAP Media team aimed to help brighten up your days and boost your self-esteem so you can live your best young and profitable life! What is a yapfirmation? it's anything you say to attract a young and profiting lifestyle in all aspects of your life: financially, personally, professionally, and even in your relationships! Consider this series your positivity boost on demand. Replay this episode anytime you want to reset and get in the ri...
Dec 10, 2021•13 min
Have you ever wondered what goes through the mind of a hostage negotiation expert? In this episode, we talk with Chris Voss, formally the FBI’s leading international hostage and kidnapping negotiator. Now he spends his time as an author, professor, CEO of the Black Swan Group, and teaching his Masterclass: Teaching the Art of Negotiation which shows others how to apply his learnings from international crises and high-stakes negotiations to the business world. Chris is regarded as one of the most...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Sleep has always been our constant companion! But what do we really know about its history and growth? Today on YAP Snacks, Hala will talk about the evolution of sleep while sharing tips and tricks from professionals that we’ve spoken to in previous episodes. Sleep is such a popular topic on this podcast because it’s ever-evolving. The more we learn about it the more we realize that the act of getting a good night’s sleep isn’t as simple as you may think! So in this episode, we will be looking t...
Dec 03, 2021•25 min
Did you know that more than 30% of Americans struggle with their sleep? In this episode, we are talking with Matteo Franceschetti, the Co-Founder and CEO of Eight Sleep, the sleep fitness company. Along with his obsession for athletic performance, business performance, and now sleep performance Matteo and his team are the pioneers of sleep fitness technology. Matteo has always been an athlete with an obsession with recovery and performance. After spending time as a securities lawyer and launchin...
Nov 29, 2021•47 min
Get in the Miracle Mindset with Tim Storey! In this episode, we are chatting with Tim Storey, acclaimed author, speaker, and life coach to top athletes, celebrities, and executives. Tim has inspired millions of people across the globe to create the future they desire. Featured on Oprah, Steve Harvey, and numerous other shows, Tim has helped people become honest with themselves to overcome the obstacles that are setting them back. In this week’s episode, we talk about Tim’s beginnings in Compton,...
Nov 26, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Want to learn how to influence people and learn their values just by their language? In this episode, we talk with Mark Bowden! Mark is a best-selling author, Founder, and Human Behavior/Body Language expert! He is credited with pioneering nonverbal analysis of human behavior where it pertains to influence and/or persuasion. His techniques have been used by G7 leaders, including Canadian Prime Minister and Stephen Harper. He is the Founder and President of TRUTHPLANE, a communication training co...
Nov 22, 2021•1 hr 21 min
Shoot your loonshot and nurture your next crazy big idea! In #33 , Hala yaps with Safi Bahcall, a trained physicist who has transformed his career every 5 years or so. He’s done everything from business consulting to co-founding a pharmaceutical company to now becoming a best-selling author. In this episode we’ll find out how Safi is able to reinvent himself so often and his tips for getting into a new field. In addition, we’ll cover his super fascinating concept and book, "Loonshots: How to Nur...
Nov 19, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Have you been wanting to start stock trading, but have no idea where to start? In this episode, we are talking with Teri Ijeoma, professional day-trader, entrepreneur, and Founder of her own business trading course Trade and Travel. Teri has been working in the stock market and day trading for over a decade and is infamous for making over $1000 in a day. With more than 10+ years invested in trading education, courses, workshops, having spent thousands of dollars, with a lot of trial and error, T...
Nov 15, 2021•51 min
Are you feeling lost looking for a new career path? Maybe you're feeling stuck in your current job? The YAP team is here to tell you that it’s okay to feel this way! Today on YAP Snacks, Hala will talk about how to start your journey to a better career while sharing tips and tricks from professionals that we’ve spoken to in previous episodes. Knowing that career change is possible is only the first step. But, how do you know what profession or career path is right for you? It’s so easy to become...
Nov 12, 2021•30 min
How can we be a better leader for ourselves and those around us? In this episode we are talking with Peter Bregman. Peter is the CEO of Bregman Partners, Inc., a global management consulting firm which advises CEOs and their leadership teams. He speaks, writes, and consults about how to lead and how to live. He’s also an acclaimed author, podcast host, and speaker. Peter is recognized as the #1 executive coach in the world by Leading Global Coaches, is ranked as a Top 30 thought leader by Thinke...
Nov 08, 2021•1 hr 21 min
Welcome to this episode of YAPClassic, where we revisit some of the YAP team’s favorite interviews! Throwback to episode #29 The Dirty Secret of Happiness with Gretchen Rubin! Declutter your way to happiness! This week on YAP we speak with happiness expert and 4x best-selling author, Gretchen Rubin. Her latest book, “Outer Order, Inner Calmer,” uncovers how decluttering and organizing your life can make more room for happiness. Tune into this episode to find out Gretchen’s secrets to a happy lif...
Nov 05, 2021•1 hr
Want to live your life with more intention? In this episode we are talking with Marc Champagne! Marc is a creator, author, podcast host, and mental fitness strategist. In 2016 Marc co-founded the digital journaling app KYŌ once he saw a need for a digital guided journaling tool for people. After fast and immense success with KYŌ, he made the decision to end the business and delete the app permanently after realizing his business model wasn’t sustainable or profitable. In 2019 he created his podc...
Nov 01, 2021•49 min
How do you get what you want out of life? Today on YAP Snacks, Hala talks about the art of negotiation while sharing tips and tricks from professionals that we’ve spoken to in previous episodes. Being a successful negotiator is one of the best-kept secrets when it comes to getting ahead in your career and in life. Negotiating is hard, especially when you may not feel comfortable taking risks. The fear of rejection can oftentimes overpower the feeling of going after something that you desire. If ...
Oct 29, 2021•20 min
Ready to achieve the impossible? In this episode we are talking with Steven Kotler, best-selling author, award-winning journalist and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective , whose mission is to understand the science behind ultimate human performance and use it to train individuals and organizations. He is one of the world’s leading experts on human performance.While best known for his work on Flow, he also writes about the use of other unique states of consciousness in order to...
Oct 25, 2021•1 hr 15 min
Is your brain’s health at the forefront of your daily routine? Today on YAP Snacks, Hala will talk about the importance of brain health while sharing tips and tricks from professionals that we’ve spoken to in previous episodes. Our brain is the control center of our body. Every thought, sight, and sound is processed by the brain and is the crux of our daily lives. Many assume that their brains are self-sufficient, but if not taken care of properly the brain can start to deteriorate as early as t...
Oct 22, 2021•38 min
Ever wondered how to hack your way to more meaningful relationships? In this episode, we are talking with Robin Dreeke, best-selling author, professional speaker, former Head of the FBI and master spy recruiter. Robin’s life mission has been breaking down the art of leadership, communication, and relationships, and building them into 5 steps to trust and 6 steps of who you can trust. Robin is also the founder and president of People Formula LLC, an organization that offers Advanced Rapport Build...
Oct 18, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Build and spend your social capital wisely! Today on YAP, Hala chats with Jordan Harbinger, “The Larry King” of podcasters and social dynamics expert who has been doing his podcasting thing for over 12 years. Jordan started out on “The Art of Charm,” podcast and now he hosts “The Jordan Harbinger Show” which is one of the most popular podcasts in the world, and was awarded the Best Podcast of 2018 by Apple. Listen to #57 to learn how to care for your network to make it stronger than ever, and ge...
Oct 15, 2021•1 hr
Turn your obstacles into opportunities! In this episode, we are talking with Stephynie Malik, CEO, business consultant, crisis expert, and podcast host. She is the CEO of SMALIK Enterprises - a global Executive Transformation, Crisis Management, and Business Consulting firm. In her 25+ year successful career, she’s been an award-winning CEO of a global consulting firm for over a decade, a serial entrepreneur that spearheaded multi-million dollar acquisitions and mergers while working with more t...
Oct 11, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Looking to gain more confidence or ease your worries? In this episode, we are talking with Marisa Peer, globally acclaimed therapist, best-selling author, and award-winning speaker. Her mission is to spread the message that there are simple, rapid, and effective techniques everyone can use that can truly change lifes. Having helped her clients, including Hollywood celebrities, CEOs, royalty, and sports stars for over 30 years, she created her multi-award-winning Rapid Transformational Therapy® (...
Oct 08, 2021•56 min
Looking to gain more confidence or ease your worries? In this episode, we are talking with Marisa Peer, globally acclaimed therapist, best-selling author, and award-winning speaker. Her mission is to spread the message that there are simple, rapid, and effective techniques everyone can use that can truly change lives. Having helped her clients, including Hollywood celebrities, CEOs, royalty, and sports stars for over 30 years, she created her multi-award-winning Rapid Transformational Therapy® (...
Oct 04, 2021•53 min
Do you want to be to become a great public speaker? Today on YAP Snacks, Hala will talk about how to become a better public speaker while sharing tips and tricks from professionals that we’ve spoken to in previous episodes. Public speaking is one skill that everyone should master, whether you are speaking as an individual or for your business. But unfortunately, public speaking has made its way to one of the world’s top phobias and can cause anyone to become nervous or unconfident. If this sound...
Oct 01, 2021•22 min
This week on YAP, we are chatting with Robert Leonard, entrepreneur, investor, and previous motocross athlete. Robert is also the host of the popular podcast, Millennial Investing which he started to reach millennials thirsty for financial knowledge. Millennial Investing guides millennial investors getting into long-term stock market investing, options trading, and more with guests such as Matt Higgins, Tom Bilyeu, Lewis Howes, and Kevin O’Leary. In this episode, we talk about Robert’s beginning...
Sep 27, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Some of the biggest challenges you face growing your business is finding the right talent and managing to pay your people without overhead getting too high. That's why you need an internship program. And we don't mean some stereotypical program where college students complete mindless tasks. In today's conversation with expert Hala Taha, host of the Young and Profiting podcast and founder of YAP media, you'll learn how to build an internship program that makes it easy to find and train the talen...
Sep 24, 2021•27 min
How do COVID, alcohol, and marijuana affect your brain? In this episode, we are talking with Dr. Daniel Amen, one of America’s leading psychiatrists and brain health experts. His breakthrough public television programs on brain and mental health have made him well-loved by millions of viewers seeking guidance on memory, attention, other cognitive functions, emotional issues, behaviour and more. Dr. Amen has authored or coauthored 70 professional articles and more than 30 books, including New Yor...
Sep 20, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Join Hala for a live Young and Profiting episode with Carrie Bohlig and Craig Clickner. A husband and wife who will discuss how to build a business that empowers you to live your life, your way! ***Meet the Moderators*** Carrie Bohlig - Carrie is co-author, with her husband Craig Clickner of So You Want to Start a Side Hustle: Build a Business that Empowers You to Live Your Life, Your Way. Based in Wisconsin, she and Craig spend their time raising their young family, keynote speaking, traveling,...
Sep 17, 2021•1 hr 28 min
This week on YAP, we are chatting with Adam Posner, expert recruiter, podcast host, and Founder of NHP Talent: A Talent Access Consultancy, specializing in recruitment strategy, talent process, and operations. Adam is also the host of the popular podcast, #ThePOZcast - which showcases experts from the world of Talent and HR to help listeners harness their inner tenacity to drive their careers forward. Prior to pivoting into the world of recruiting, Adam spent 15 years working within the advertis...
Sep 13, 2021•1 hr 3 min
On today’s show, Hala Taha chats with Robert Leonard about her journey from a school dropout to a successful full-time podcaster and entrepreneur. They discuss what made her want to turn her side hustles into actual full-fledged businesses; why she chose podcasting in particular; what the most effective strategies she has found for growing a podcast; how she is able to manage her time and balance all aspects of her life, and much, much more! What You’ll Learn: What made Hala drop out of school, ...
Sep 10, 2021•58 min
Step up your social media game! In this episode, we are talking with Jasmine Star, photographer, social media guru, and podcast host. Jasmine is a photographer and business strategist who empowers entrepreneurs to build a brand, market it on social media, and create a life they love. Jasmine had the courage to drop out of law school to chase her dream of becoming a professional photographer with absolutely no experience in the field. While building a wildly successful wedding photography busines...
Sep 06, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Hala hopped on LinkedIn Live for an impromptu session where listeners and fans asked her about how to most effectively market their podcast, what to expect for your first podcast launch, how to grow your following on multiple different platforms (hint: focus on one first), and what pitfalls to avoid when first starting your podcast! Social Media: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofiting Reach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.com Follow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.co...
Sep 03, 2021•51 min
Looking to shift your mindset? In this episode, we are talking with Anthony Trucks, former NFL player turned transformational identity shift coach. As the founder of Identity Shift coaching, he uses cutting edge science and psychology to upgrade how you operate so you can elevate your life and business to reach your full potential. After being given away into foster care at 3 years old, being adopted into an all-white family at 14, losing his NFL career to injury and more he learned how to shift...
Aug 30, 2021•59 min
