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Jacqueline Snyder: Stop Chasing Sales! How to Build a More Profitable Product Business | Entrepreneurship | E424
Monday, November 9, 2026 • Duration 01:22:54
Starting a business has never been easier, so why do so many entrepreneurs struggle to turn a profit? Jacqueline Snyder, founder of the multimillion-dollar business The Product Boss, believes that profitable growth isn't just about selling more products or working longer hours, but making smarter business decisions. After years of working 70-hour weeks, she restructured her business and achieved 30% more profit with 30% less personal involvement in just 60 days. In this episode, Jacqueline shares how entrepreneurs can identify profitable bestsellers, fix hidden profit leaks, and make more sales without working themselves into the ground.
In this episode, Hala and Jacqueline will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:36) Why Modern Businesses Struggle With Profit
(04:33) Jacqueline's Early Entrepreneurship Journey
(09:24) How to Identify and Grow Bestsellers
(15:31) How to Price Products for Higher Profit Margins
(24:14) Hidden Profit Leaks That Drain Revenue
(26:13) How to Grow Sales Without Relying on Paid Ads
(29:09) Social Media Strategies for Product Businesses
(39:00) Building Trust and Community Beyond Online Courses
(47:50) Fix My Product Business With Jacqueline
(1:07:52) The Three Stages of Entrepreneurial Leadership
(1:11:23) Hitting 30% More Profit With Less Work
Jacqueline Snyder is an entrepreneur, product business expert, and the founder and CEO of The Product Boss, where she helps creative entrepreneurs build and scale profitable businesses. With decades of experience in fashion, product design, and business strategy, she has advised more than 100,000 businesses on profitability, distribution, and operations. She previously founded Designer Consulting Co-Op and created Cuffs Couture, an accessories brand worn by celebrities including Kim Kardashian and Carrie Underwood.
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Jacqueline’s Instagram: instagram.com/theproductboss
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Jacqueline’s Workshops: theproductbossworkshops.com
Jacqueline’s Podcast, The Product Boss Podcast: bit.ly/TPB-apple
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Gabby Bernstein: How Your Childhood Shapes Your Mindset, Mental Health and Success | Mental Health | YAPClassic
Friday, November 6, 2026 • Duration 52:37
Gabby Bernstein thought her mental health struggles were behind her after getting sober at 25. She became a bestselling author and successful entrepreneur, but years later, she was still battling anxiety, workaholism, and an overwhelming need for control. Then, a terrifying panic attack forced her to confront unresolved childhood trauma and discover Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, an approach that helps people process past trauma. In this episode, Gabby shares how childhood experiences influence adult behavior, why unhealthy patterns affect mindset and leadership, and her four-step method for managing emotional triggers, setting healthier boundaries, and finding inner peace.
In this episode, Hala and Gabby will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:58) From NYC Nightlife to Spiritual Leadership
(06:07) Breaking the Cycle of Addiction
(08:22) Manifesting a Career as an Author
(13:29) The Power of IFS Therapy in Self-Healing
(20:28) How to Stop Leading From Fear and Control
(25:48) Four Steps to Reconnect with Your Inner Self
(35:20) Understanding Your Protective Behaviors
(36:51) How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt
(38:52) Healing a Perfectionist Mindset
Gabby Bernstein is a prominent spiritual teacher, motivational speaker, podcast host, and #1 New York Times bestselling author. Hailed by Oprah Winfrey as a "next-generation thought leader," she has sold over 7 million books worldwide. Her teachings blend practical spirituality, manifestation techniques, and trauma recovery with mental health approaches such as IFS therapy.
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This Couple Sold 3.5 Million Games With Amazon Without Hiring Employees | Entrepreneurship| Alfred Mai | Presented by Amazon
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 • Duration 39:21
Alfred Mai built a multi-million dollar business with his wife without hiring a single employee, raising outside funding, or managing a traditional warehouse. What started as a card game side hustle became ASM Games, a company that has sold over 3.5 million games worldwide. By leveraging Amazon's fulfillment and seller tools, the couple scaled their business, reached #1 on Amazon's Toys & Games bestseller list, and kept their team to just two people. In this episode, recorded at Amazon Accelerate 2026, Alfred shares how entrepreneurs can use Amazon's tools to attract customers, reduce costs, and scale without needing a large team.
In this episode, Hala and Alfred will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:58) Launching ASM Games as a Side Hustle
(04:11) Transitioning into Full-Time Business
(07:00) Navigating Inventory After a Viral Sales Breakthrough
(09:58) Scaling ASM Games as a Two-Person Team
(13:44) Using Amazon's Seller Data and Ads to Drive Sales
(15:57) Managing Costs and Growth Without Hiring
(22:17) Simplifying Operations With Amazon’s AI Tools
(24:36) Starting a Business With Amazon’s Logistics
(27:51) Expanding Customer Reach Online and In-Store
(29:32) Best Advice for Aspiring Amazon Entrepreneurs
Alfred Mai is the founder of ASM Games, a San Francisco-based card game company he launched with his wife, Sarah, in 2017. The couple has sold over 3.5 million games worldwide, including These Cards Will Get You Drunk, The Ultimate Game for Couples, and Do You Really Know Your Family?. Alfred brings a decade of Silicon Valley growth and customer acquisition experience to the company, which has earned multiple Amazon bestseller placements. He and Sarah continue to run the business as a two-person team, using Amazon’s seller tools and retail partnerships to grow without outside funding.
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This episode is sponsored by Amazon and recorded at Amazon Accelerate 2026, Amazon's annual seller conference. More than 60% of sales in Amazon's store come from independent sellers, most of which are small and medium-sized businesses. Amazon provides tools and services to help these entrepreneurs grow their businesses. To learn more about how Amazon is helping independent sellers succeed, visit https://sellingpartners.aboutamazon.com.
Resources Mentioned:
Alfred’s Company, ASM Games: asmgames.com
Alfred’s Amazon Storefront: bit.ly/AM-Storefront
Amazon's Seller Tools: sellingpartners.aboutamazon.com
Amazon Accelerate EP1 with Lisa Curtis: youngandprofiting.co/Amzn-EP1
Amazon Accelerate EP2 with Katie Diasti: youngandprofiting.co/Amzn-EP2
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Maria Malik: Public Speaking Habits That Help Introverted Entrepreneurs Command Any Room | Human Behavior | E423
Monday, November 2, 2026 • Duration 01:21:14
Maria Malik's perfectionist mindset once made public speaking feel impossible. After landing her dream job at Stanford University, she spent two weeks preparing for a presentation, stayed up until 3 a.m. rehearsing, and still called in sick rather than face the audience. Realizing that her fear of public speaking could cost her valuable opportunities, she worked to overcome it and eventually founded The Introverted Speaker. In this episode, Maria shares communication habits that help entrepreneurs overcome public speaking anxiety, speak confidently without being extroverts, and unlock career and business opportunities.
In this episode, Hala and Maria will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:00) Why Poor Communication Can Cost You Opportunities
(04:37) Growing Up With a Fear of Public Speaking
(08:08) How Introverts Should Prepare for Speeches
(09:04) How to Manage Public Speaking Nerves
(17:04) The Secret to Connecting with Your Audience
(27:42) Live Coaching: Hala’s Public Speaking Habits
(38:15) Overcoming Speaking Anxiety and Communicating Clearly
(45:02) How Speaking Confidence Opens Business Doors
(52:18) Mastering Vocal Tone and Speaking Style
(57:04) Growing a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
Maria Malik is an executive speaking coach and founder of The Introverted Speaker, where she helps introverted entrepreneurs and executives communicate with confidence and authority. Before launching her coaching business, she worked as a research administrator at Stanford University. In her book, The Introverted Speaker, she shares strategies for overcoming public speaking anxiety and developing an authentic speaking style without pretending to be extroverted.
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Maria’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mariamalikspeaks
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Adam Schafer: How Mind Pump Became a Million-Dollar Business Without Millions of Followers | Entrepreneurship | YAPClassic
Friday, October 30, 2026 • Duration 01:50:14
Adam Schafer turned childhood adversity into a business superpower. Despite growing up in poverty, he went on to co-found Mind Pump, a fitness podcast that became a multimillion-dollar business. Instead of chasing viral fame, Adam and his partners published over 240 free podcast episodes before selling their first digital fitness program, building such a loyal audience that customers began asking how they could support the company. In this episode, Adam shares how his difficult upbringing shaped his approach to entrepreneurship, how to build successful business partnerships, and how he scaled Mind Pump without relying on millions of followers.
In this episode, Hala and Adam will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:00) Starting a Business Out of Necessity
(06:30) Turning Childhood Adversity Into Resilience
(15:27) How Sports Shaped His Growth Mindset
(19:29) How Vulnerability Builds Customer Trust
(25:04) Why Customer Value Comes Before Sales
(34:44) Mind Pump’s Origin Story
(47:20) Navigating High-Stakes Business Partnerships
(1:02:10) The Power of Authentic Marketing
(1:13:46) Why Email and Podcasts Beat Social Media Followers
(1:23:35) Choosing the Right Content Platform
(1:27:34) How Mind Pump Built a $5M Advertising Business
(1:38:23) Fitness Advice for Busy Entrepreneurs
Adam Schafer is an entrepreneur, fitness expert, and co-founder of Mind Pump, a multimillion-dollar fitness media business known for its podcast and digital training programs. Before launching Mind Pump, he worked as a personal trainer and managed some of the largest fitness clubs in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has earned eight national fitness certifications and a professional bodybuilding card.
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How This Female Founder Grew a $5K Startup Into a $3M Period Care Business With Amazon | Entrepreneurship | Katie Diasti | Presented by Amazon
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 • Duration 51:35
Katie Diasti turned her business school class project into Viv, a sustainable period care business, with just $5,000. When manufacturers demanded massive minimum orders, far beyond her budget, she negotiated a $3,500 production run and hand-packed orders from her apartment. As demand grew, she turned to Amazon to reach more customers and handle fulfillment. Today, Viv has generated over $3 million in revenue and expanded into 2,000 retail locations. In this episode, recorded at Amazon Accelerate 2026, Katie shares how she uses Amazon's seller tools to drive repeat sales and build a profitable business with product margins above 70%.
In this episode, Hala and Katie will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:58) Introducing Viv: Clean, Sustainable Period Care
(03:28) Turning a College Project Into a Business
(07:39) Launching a Startup With Just $5,000
(13:42) How Amazon Drives Sales and Subscriptions
(19:14) Using Social Media and Amazon Insights
(24:12) Turning Viral Attention Into Product Sales
(30:11) Using Amazon Data to Drive Repeat Sales
(32:16) Viv's Revenue, Costs, and Product Margins
(34:54) Raising $2 Million After Proving Profitability
(39:54) How Amazon Supported Viv's Retail Expansion
(44:49) Building a Profitable, Sustainable Product Brand
Katie Diasti is the founder and CEO of Viv, a modern period care brand sold online and in 2,000 retail locations across the U.S., including Whole Foods and Sprouts. Named to Forbes' 2024 30 Under 30 list and recognized as one of Women in Retail's 25 Most Inspirational Female Leaders in 2024, Katie has led Viv to raise over $3 million in funding and achieve over 70 million in social media reach.
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This episode is sponsored by Amazon and recorded at Amazon Accelerate 2026, Amazon's annual seller conference. More than 60% of sales in Amazon's store come from independent sellers, most of which are small and medium-sized businesses. Amazon provides tools and services to help these entrepreneurs grow their businesses. To learn more about how Amazon is helping independent sellers succeed, visit https://sellingpartners.aboutamazon.com.
Resources Mentioned:
Katie’s Company, Viv: vivforyourv.com
Katie’s Amazon Storefront: bit.ly/KD-Storefront
Amazon's Seller Tools: sellingpartners.aboutamazon.com
Amazon Accelerate EP1 with Lisa Curtis: youngandprofiting.co/Amzn-EP1
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Adam Grant: The Science of Why We “Vibe” and How to Build Lasting Connections | Relationships | E422
Monday, October 26, 2026 • Duration 01:07:29
Adam Grant once struggled to build real connections, often watching conversations stall after a single question. Now, as social skills fade and people replace face-to-face interactions with social media and chatbots, building genuine human connection has never felt harder. In this episode, Adam draws from his new book, Vibe, to unpack how mismatched expectations can create disappointment and conflict, even in relationships that seem strong. He also shares how understanding the four relationship wavelengths (associates, allies, pals, and companions) can help entrepreneurs set healthy boundaries, resolve conflict, and build stronger friendships and business partnerships.
In this episode, Hala and Adam will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:37) Why Modern Human Connection Is Declining
(05:12) Skipping Small Talk for Meaningful Connections
(07:13) What It Really Means to Vibe
(08:45) The Four Wavelengths of Relationships
(11:45) Navigating Real-Life Relationship Scenarios
(32:45) Why Strong Friendships Don't Need Constant Contact
(37:13) Building a Diverse Circle of Support
(44:51) How Men and Women Connect Differently
(46:31) How Small Gestures Strengthen Friendships
(52:10) Hosting Events That Build Genuine Bonds
Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, and a professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He has been Wharton's top-rated professor for seven consecutive years, and his research explores motivation, leadership, and human connection. He hosts the podcast Re:Thinking and co-hosts The Curiosity Shop with Brené Brown. His latest book, Vibe, explores the science of building meaningful connections in an increasingly isolated world.
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Adam's Website: adamgrant.net
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Tori Dunlap: The Money Beliefs Women Must Unlearn to Achieve Financial Freedom | Finance | YAPClassic
Friday, October 23, 2026 • Duration 01:07:02
Tori Dunlap grew up learning how to manage her personal finances, but she soon realized that many women had never been taught how to build wealth. Instead, they were often encouraged to spend less, feel guilty about wanting more, and leave major financial decisions to men. Tori knew money could offer something far greater: freedom. After saving $100,000 by age 25, she quit her corporate job and turned her side hustle, Her First $100K, into a multimillion-dollar business. In this episode, Tori shares how to overcome financial shame, spend without guilt, manage debt strategically, and achieve financial freedom through saving and investing.
In this episode, Hala and Tori will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:29) Why Tori Started Teaching Personal Finance
(05:04) Saving $100K by 25 Without Deprivation
(10:59) The Advantage of a Nontraditional Background
(15:10) How Men and Women Learn About Money
(23:32) Unpacking the Psychology of Money
(32:35) The Money Diary: Track Why You Spend
(36:04) The Four-Step Financial Priority List
(41:53) When to Pay Off Debt or Invest
(45:11) Why Entrepreneurs Need Retirement Savings
(49:36) How to Choose the Right Side Hustle
Tori Dunlap is a financial educator, entrepreneur, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, and New York Times bestselling author of Financial Feminist. She is the founder of Her First $100K, a multimillion-dollar company empowering women to build wealth and achieve financial independence. She also hosts the Financial Feminist podcast, where she shares strategies for earning, saving, and investing money.
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Resources Mentioned:
Tori’s Company, Her First $100K: herfirst100k.com
Tori’s Book, Financial Feminist: bit.ly/FinancialFeminist
Tori’s Podcast, Financial Feminist: bit.ly/FinancialF-apple
Tori’s Instagram: instagram.com/herfirst100k
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How This $10M Superfood Business Is Betting on Amazon to Grow Sales 10X | Entrepreneurship | Lisa Curtis | Presented by Amazon
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 • Duration 45:32
Lisa Curtis built Kuli Kuli into a $10M+ superfood business, but it took ten years to become profitable. Her biggest turning point came when she shifted focus from leading with the mission-driven messaging that makes up the core of the business to highlighting how her products directly benefited customers. That lesson now shapes Kuli Kuli's growth in Amazon's store, where sales are doubling year over year. In this episode, recorded at Amazon Accelerate 2026, Lisa explains how entrepreneurs can use Amazon's seller tools to understand customer demand, refine products before bigger launches, and drive repeat sales.
In this episode, Hala and Lisa will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:57) Discovering Moringa and Founding Kuli Kuli
(04:33) Expanding From Retail Into Amazon's Store
(08:58) Creating Demand Through Customer Feedback
(10:09) Amazon AI Tools and Product Testing
(15:24) From Superfood Sourcing to Repeat Sales
(20:37) TikTok Virality and Amazon Customer Insights
(25:04) Crowdfunding and Ten Years to Profitability
(30:55) Kuli Kuli's Mission and Retail Breakthrough
(36:32) Amazon Fulfillment and Inventory Management
(38:48) Amazon Seller Assistant and Founder Advice
Lisa Curtis is the founder and CEO of Kuli Kuli Foods, a Certified B Corporation specializing in sustainably sourced superfoods like moringa and baobab. She founded the company in 2014 after serving in the Peace Corps in Niger and has grown it into a brand sold in 11,000 retail locations nationwide and in Amazon's store. Before founding Kuli Kuli, Lisa drafted political briefings at the White House under President Obama and served as a United Nations Environment Programme Youth Advisor. She has been recognized on Forbes' 30 Under 30 and Inc.'s Top 100 Female Founders lists.
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This episode is sponsored by Amazon and recorded at Amazon Accelerate 2026, Amazon's annual seller conference. More than 60% of sales in Amazon's store come from independent sellers, most of which are small and medium-sized businesses. Amazon provides tools and services to help these entrepreneurs grow their businesses. To learn more about how Amazon is helping independent sellers succeed, visit https://sellingpartners.aboutamazon.com.
Resources Mentioned:
Lisa’s Company, Kuli Kuli Foods: kulikulifoods.com
Lisa’s Amazon Storefront: bit.ly/LC-Storefront
Lisa’s Website: lisamariecurtis.com
Amazon's Seller Tools: sellingpartners.aboutamazon.com
Amazon Accelerate EP2 with Katie Diasti: youngandprofiting.co/Amzn-EP2
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Disclaimer: This episode is a paid partnership with Amazon. Sponsored content helps support our podcast and continue bringing valuable insights to our audience.
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Daniel Lubetzky: He Almost Quit After 10 Years, Then Built KIND Snacks Into a Multibillion-Dollar Business | Entrepreneurship | E421
Monday, October 19, 2026 • Duration 01:30:20
Before KIND Snacks became a multibillion-dollar brand, Daniel Lubetzky spent a decade struggling to grow his business, PeaceWorks, despite believing deeply in its mission to foster peace through commerce. Inspired by his Holocaust-survivor father, he had chosen entrepreneurship over a legal career to pursue that mission. But his passion wasn't enough to sell products, and years of poor decisions and expanding too quickly nearly forced him to give up. In this episode, the Shark Tank judge shares how he turned 10 years of failure into the launch of KIND Snacks, and how entrepreneurs can create products customers actually want, invest wisely in growth, and build strong teams without compromising their values.
In this episode, Hala and Daniel will discuss:
(01:30) The Business Lesson Behind Daniel's Mission
(10:52) How His Father's Legacy Inspired KIND Snacks
(19:38) Business Failures That Led to Success
(36:13) Turning Grief Into Purpose and Ambition
(42:03) Resourcefulness vs. Frugality in Business Growth
(47:51) Building KIND's Culture of Transparency
(49:57) Kind Leadership vs. Nice Leadership
(51:00) How Leadership Changes as Your Business Scales
(58:39) Choosing Investors Who Share Your Values
(1:03:43) The Difficult Decision to Sell KIND Snacks
(1:09:09) Shark Tank Secrets and Investment Lessons
(1:18:43) PeaceWorks 2.0 and the Builders Movement
Daniel Lubetzky is a billionaire social entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist, and founder of KIND Snacks. He is also a full-time Shark on ABC’s Shark Tank and the New York Times bestselling author of Do the KIND Thing. Beyond KIND, he founded PeaceWorks, the OneVoice Movement, and the Builders Movement, initiatives dedicated to fostering cooperation, bridging divides, and creating positive social change. He also invests in businesses through Camino Partners and hosts the entrepreneurship podcast Build or Break.
Sponsored By:
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Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.
Northwest Registered Agent - Get a complete business identity with Northwest. Visit northwestregisteredagent.com/YAPFree and start using free resources to build something amazing.
HeyGen - Create AI avatar videos without constantly being behind the camera. Get your first three videos free at HeyGen.com/profiting.
Life at the Speed of Play - Learn how to test ideas quickly and identify the ones worth pursuing with Mark Pincus’s book. Get two books for the price of one at getmarksbook.com/yap.
Whatnot - Grow your business through live shopping, community, and real-time connections with buyers. Search Whatnot, W H A T N O T, in the App Store and start selling today.
MOD - Connect with licensed medical providers for modafinil to support sustained energy, focus, and alertness. Visit MOD.com for a free consultation and get 10% off your first order plus free shipping with code PROFITING. See the website for important safety information.
AG1 Next Gen - Support your nutritional foundation with vitamins, minerals, prebiotics, probiotics, and superfoods. Get a free Immune Support Bundle with your first subscription order at DrinkAG1.com/PROFITING.
Resources Mentioned:
Daniel's Website: https://daniellubetzky.com
Daniel's Podcast, Build or Break: bit.ly/BOB-apple
Danie's Builders Movement: https://buildersmovement.org
Daniel’s Instagram: instagram.com/daniellubetzky
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YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting
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LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha
Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala
Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com
Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new
LinkedIn Creator Club - Skool.com/linkedin-creator-club
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