At 15, Fei-Fei Li transitioned from a middle-class life in China to poverty in America. Despite the pressures of her family’s financial situation and her mother’s ailing health, her knack for physics never wavered. She went from learning English as a second language to attending and working at prestigious institutions like Princeton and Stanford. Today, she is among a handful of scientists behind the impressive advances of artificial intelligence in recent times. In this episode, she breaks...

So what do you need to know to prepare for the next 5, 10, or 25 years of a world increasingly impacted by artificial intelligence? How could AI change your business and your life irreparably? Our guest today, Mo Gawdat, an AI expert and former Chief Business Officer at Google [X], is going to break down what you need to understand about AI and how it is radically altering our workplaces, careers, and even the very fabric of our society.   Mo Gawdat is the host of the popular podcast, Slo Mo,...

Wide-eyed with wonder about space exploration, Stephen Wolfram's interest in science began in his childhood. Although he had difficulties learning arithmetic as a child, he became a young prodigy, publishing papers on theoretical physics at age 15. Today, he is a prominent figure in computational science and its impact on different domains, including AI. In this episode, he breaks down computational thinking and how it can help us jump ahead. He also takes a deep dive into AI, its...

Although he didn’t finish high school, Brian Scudamore talked his way into getting a place in college. However, his father refused to pay his fees, given his history. Determined to go anyway, Brian started a junk removal business with $700 from his savings. Thus began his journey of building thriving brands and exceptional corporate culture with passionate teams. In this episode of YAPClassic, Brian shares valuable insights on how to build strong brands and turn small businesses into...

In the ‘80s, Sally Helgesen worked in corporate communications, writing speeches for leaders at reputable companies. Although she thought these companies were wonderful, she felt frustrated that they didn't understand what women could offer as leaders. The big ideas she heard other women discuss at work led her to believe it was time to let go of old-fashioned leadership styles. So, she started talking to successful women leaders and wrote a bestselling book called The Female Advantage. In...

While Joel Larsgaard had to watch his parents declare bankruptcy, Matt Altmix grew up in a financially healthy family where money was discussed. They met as adults and became best friends, bonding over real estate investing, personal finance, and craft beer. When they saw a need for a casual personal finance show, they launched How to Money, a podcast that has now been downloaded more than 40 million times over the past few years. In this episode, Joel and Matt share their best tips and...

With big dreams of Hollywood stardom, Ryan Serhant moved to New York City to work as an actor. But when he became one of the many unemployed actors struggling to make rent, he decided to get into real estate. Having closed more than $8 billion in sales and starred in multiple reality shows, he has built an impressive personal brand as one of the most successful real estate brokers in the world. In this episode, Ryan will do a deep dive into branding and break down the three-step strategy that...

David Allen has been described as a productivity expert who specializes in curing the psychic pain caused by the pressure of time. He introduced the world to his timeless Getting Things Done methodology in 2001 when he published a book of the same name. Thanks to his ground-breaking work, millions have discovered tools to accomplish more with less stress. In this episode, David breaks down the GTD framework and offers tips to help even the busiest people stay productive and engaged. David...

Always the health nerd, Dr. Will Cole was the weird kid who packed peppers, bananas, and whole grains for lunch. Passionate about optimizing health with nature’s gifts, he decided to pursue formal training. He is now one of the top 50 functional medicine practitioners in the nation, helping people around the world restore their minds and bodies using natural methods. In this episode, Dr. Will presents natural solutions to health problems, recommends the best foods for improving gut health,...

A true YouTube pioneer, Sean Cannell joined the platform only two years after its launch. Having built a YouTube empire worth $10 million, he helps entrepreneurs grow their influence and pursue their passion full-time through the power of online video. In today’s episode, Sean offers invaluable insights on YouTube monetization and leveraging the platform for business. Sean Cannell is a business coach, international speaker, and YouTuber who has over 3 million subscribers across his channels....

Sean Cannell was the textbook troubled teenager, indulging in wild parties and substance abuse. But after getting expelled from high school, he decided to turn his life around. He immersed himself in volunteer work at a small church where he discovered video production and marketing. He has now built a seven-figure media empire, with 17 years of YouTube experience under his belt. In today’s episode, Sean dives deep into YouTube, including the right way to get started and the future of the...

When Vernā Myers started her law degree at Harvard Law School, there were more people of color than she had ever gone to school with. So, it was disheartening when she became the first and only Black person at the corporate law firm that hired her. Dissatisfied with the status quo, she joined forces with others who wanted to increase representation for people of color. Since the '80s, she has been promoting diversity and inclusion, becoming a cultural thought leader and catalyst. In this...

Kelly Roach grew up close to the poverty line, so she had to rely on free lunch from the cafeteria. One day, when a new volunteer unwittingly ripped open her empty envelope in front of everyone in the line, she was mortified. Determined to rewrite her story, she worked multiple jobs in college before thriving in a corporate career and later in entrepreneurship. In today’s episode, Kelly will share her system for running a family-first business model and offer strategies for successfully...

Losing her mother and husband fueled Amy Morin’s quest for understanding mental strength. On one of her darkest days, she published an article titled "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do." Read by 50 million people, the piece catapulted her into ‘self-help guru’ status. Now, she trains people to build their mental strength. In today’s episode, Hala and Amy discuss tools and strategies for maintaining mental strength. Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, popular keynote speaker and...

After selling his first company for a staggering $15 million, James Altucher lost everything within two years. But instead of letting that setback define him, he forged his own unconventional path to success, embracing failure and constant experimentation. Not only has he built a career as a successful serial entrepreneur and thought leader, but he's also a chess master and stand-up comedian. In today’s episode, James will share his transformation story, techniques for attaining mastery...

In a hyper-competitive, saturated digital market, it can be hard to reach your target audience and stand out against your competitors. But with a dynamic sales strategy and a comprehensive CRM platform, your business is destined to scale. In this episode, Hala will walk you through how to build an unbeatable sales strategy, from picking the right audience all the way to selling in the DMs. In this episode, Hala will discuss:  - Why you never want to create demand - How to pick the right...

When NYT bestselling author and entrepreneur Rory Vaden wanted to get better at public speaking, he went out and spoke 304 times…for free. It was perhaps the best investment he could have made in himself and his abilities. In this episode, Rory will explain how to communicate effectively and show off your authentic self while building trust. He will also break down his top tips for building a highly influential personal brand. Rory Vaden’s first book, Take the Stairs, is a #1 Wall St...

When Daymond John was 10 years old, his parents got divorced. His father left and Daymond never heard from him again. As a result, Daymond had to find scrappy ways to make money so he and his mom could put food on the table. Over the years, Daymond has found other creative ways to solve problems and generate profit, which is how he built a $6 billion clothing brand. In this episode of YAPClassic, the People’s Shark will unpack how he built FUBU and why he’s focusing on empowering the next...

A few years ago, journalist and author Charles Duhigg was asked to help manage a complex work project. He drew up schedules and planned logistics. When a colleague told him they felt their suggestions were being ignored, Charles knew he had to face his own failures at communication. In this episode, Charles will explain how to ask the right questions, evaluate conversations, and build lasting connections by becoming a "supercommunicator." Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter...

When Teri Ijeoma was working as an assistant principal at an elementary school, she had a mean, nit-picky boss. As a result, Teri was gaining weight, drowning in stress, and crying in the bathroom every day. When she finally accepted she needed to leave the school, she turned her hobby of investing into a full-time job that allowed her to quit her job and travel around the world as a day trader. In this episode of YAPClassic, we get a crash course from Teri on how to start investing and...

Howard Behar was the North American president of Starbucks for more than two decades. During his tenure, the franchise grew from 28 stores to more than 15,000 across five continents, making the company into a worldwide phenomenon. In today’s episode, Howard and Hala will discuss how he became the “ultimate servant leader” and why you should always put people first in business.  Howard Behar is a speaker, advisor, mentor, and bestselling author. For 21 years Behar led Starbucks’s domestic...

When JeVon McCormick was growing up in the slums of Dayton, Ohio, he regularly suffered from food insecurity, abuse, and racism. As he grew older, he took hold of the lessons he learned growing up in such a rough environment to run Scribe Media, a multimillion-dollar publishing company. In this episode of YAPClassic, Hala and JeVon go deep into what JeVon learned from his tough childhood and how he applied those teachings to his career, how Jevon climbed the corporate ladder, how to overcome...

Raised by Indian immigrants outside of Detroit, Michigan, Rajiv Shah had no idea that he would end up becoming a global impact leader. Shah’s desire for actionable change led him all the way to the White House to serve as the 16th Administrator of USAID. In this episode, he will share insights from his newest book Big Bets: How Large-Scale Change Really Occurs, and he will unpack how to instill the Big Bet mindset into our own businesses and organizations. Dr. Rajiv J. Shah is an American...

Even in her lower-performing months, Hala Taha consistently ranks as a top Apple podcast. How does she do it? In this episode of the Social Proof podcast, Hala talks to David Shands about her top tips for starting, growing, and monetizing a podcast. She also explains the marketing strategy that helped her grow Young and Profiting into the massively successful podcast it is today. David Shands is an author, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and business coach. In a few short years, his...