LinkedIn Voices: Hala Taha

Personal branding isn’t just about posting content, it’s about turning your expertise into influence, revenue, and opportunities. Hala Taha, entrepreneur, podcast host, and founder of YAP Media, went from working in radio production to building a 7-figure media agency and hosting the Young and Profiting podcast, helping creators and entrepreneurs scale their personal brands and businesses.

Hala Taha

Name & Professional Identity

Hala Taha – Founder & CEO of YAP Media and YAP Media Network | Host of the Young and Profiting podcast, and recognized as "The Podcast Princess" for her achievements in the podcasting industry.

Niche & Specialization

• LinkedIn growth strategies and personal branding

• Podcast production and marketing

• Social media strategy and content creation

• Entrepreneurial mentorship and education

Target Audience

• Aspiring entrepreneurs and side hustlers

• Professionals seeking to enhance their personal brand

• Podcasters and content creators aiming to scale their reach

• Businesses looking to leverage social media for growth

Hala Taha's LinkedIn Profile

Career Journey & Achievements

Hala Taha’s career has been defined by rapid growth and high-impact ventures. In 2018, she launched the Young and Profiting podcast, which quickly rose to become the #1 education podcast across all platforms and was recognized as a 2022 Webby Honoree.

In 2021, she founded YAP Media, a full-service social media and podcast agency that scaled to a 7-figure business with nearly 60 employees and high-profile clients including Jenna Kutcher, Amy Porterfield, and John Lee Dumas.

Building on this success, she launched the YAP Media Network in 2022, a podcast network that helps top shows secure sponsorships with major brands like LinkedIn, Airbnb, and Shopify.

By 2023, Hala was featured on the cover of Podcast Magazine and recognized as one of the 40 under 40 in podcasting for 2022.

Content Strategy & Teaching Approach

Hala is renowned for her practical, step-by-step approach to content creation and personal branding. Through her LinkedIn posts, podcast episodes, and masterclasses, she shares actionable strategies to help individuals and businesses grow their online presence and monetize their efforts.

Examples of her featured posts on LinkedIn

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🚩 Watch out for these workplace red flags to avoid burnout, depression, and regret: | Hala Taha posted on the topic | LinkedIn

🚩 Watch out for these workplace red flags to avoid burnout, depression, and regret: - Your new role is quite different than what you were led to believe - Constant overtime with no work-life balance - Taking personal or sick leaves are discouraged - No support or teamwork Choose a workplace that values your well-being as much as your output. Your mental health is priceless. 🧠💖 | 919 comments on LinkedIn

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It’s time to stop being impressed by money, followers, power, and looks… | Hala Taha | 735 comments

It’s time to stop being impressed by money, followers, power, and looks…  Instead:  Be impressed by generosity, humility, integrity, and kindness!  The world needs more of it ❤️ #YAP #YoungandProfiting #Podcast | 735 comments on LinkedIn

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I first started posting on LinkedIn in 2018. | Hala Taha | 366 comments

I first started posting on LinkedIn in 2018. For the first few years, I just provided free daily value for my audience. Hosting LinkedIn Lives. Clubhouse chats. Q&As. But the DMs kept coming: “Hala, when are you launching a LinkedIn course?” So I finally did – and launched my 2-day LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass. 🤑 The first launch? $35K. 💰 The second? $55K. 💸 The third? $60K. I was selling straight from social media. No ads. No funnel. But by launch 4 and 5? People weren’t converting like they used to and sales flatlined 📉 So I panicked… and threw $30K into paid ads. And guess what? Those ads flopped harder than a pancake on a cold pan. That’s when I realized… My funnel was broken 🤕 ❌ No lead nurturing. ❌ No middle-of-funnel touchpoints. ❌ No buyer journey. Just me, hustling 1:1 trying to explain the value. It wasn’t scalable or sustainable. But fast forward to last year where I made over $500K in course sales ‼️ All because I stopped winging it – and built a REAL system. Now, I’m teaching you exactly how I did it for FREE in my next LIVE webinar – Slay Your 6-Figure Sales Funnel (Sponsored by Teachable) 💅🏼 Be the FIRST to secure your spot: 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/giHRjCUE 👈🏼 This is the system I wish I had when I launched my first course. If you’re a creator, coach, or expert with something to sell but no system to sell it — this is for YOU.  🫵🏼 Don’t miss out on it. | 366 comments on LinkedIn

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I'm sick of being treated differently because I am a woman. | Hala Taha | 1,313 comments

I'm sick of being treated differently because I am a woman. Disrespected more often. Burned more often. Judged more often. I am not respected or taken seriously until I tell people my back story. I don't look the part 🤷🏻‍♀️ I always have to work 3x as hard. Multiple people have told me recently I should be "toning down" my looks. That rumors are spreading about me and how I "got to the top" 🙄 🙄 🙄 🙄 🙄 🙄 🙄  are you freakin' kidding me? I GOT TO THE TOP WORKING 100 HOUR WORK WEEKS!!!! When will this freaking change? Why can't I be PRETTY and SMART? Why can't I be a WOMAN and SELF-MADE? Why can't I just dress how I freaking want and celebrate the body I work hard for?!! THAT'S DISCIPLINE, TOO!! When I was building YAP as a side-hustle I never had time to get dolled up...people would tell me I needed to straighten my hair more often, wear more makeup and stop wearing my big ugly headphones...no matter what I do as I woman I am judged!!! 🗣️ You're doing too little ❗ 🗣️ You're doing too much ❗ Enough is enough ❗❗❗❗ I am sick of the double standards. I am a role model in every which way. I am more qualified than most of the men in my space and I will CONTINUE to dominate. 👉 No matter what I look like 👈 👉 No matter what I dress like 👈 SO JUST STAND BACK AND WATCH ME. #YAP #Youngandprofiting #Podcast | 1,313 comments on LinkedIn

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5 years ago, this woman changed my entire life. | Hala Taha | 257 comments

5 years ago, this woman changed my entire life. When we first met, YAP was still a side hustle. I was working my corporate job, feeling secure at a Fortune 50 company. But I was playing it way too safe. And somehow… she knew it before I did. She looked me dead in the eye and said: “Quit your job. Start your agency. I’ll be your first client.” The craziest part is… I actually did it. I launched YAP Media with ONE client: Heather Monahan. Six months later, I quit my corporate job. And five years later? YAP Media is going to hit 8-figures by the end of the year ‼️ She encouraged me to start before I felt ready. And it changed the whole trajectory of my career. So today, I’m not just saying Happy Birthday… 🥳 I’m saying thank you. 🥹 Because of you, Heather, I stopped playing small. And started building something huge! Love you forever 💜💜💜 | 257 comments on LinkedIn

Metrics & Impact

• Over 270,000 followers on LinkedIn

• Founder & CEO of YAP Media and YAP Media Network

• Host of the Young and Profiting podcast, with millions of downloads

• Clients include top podcasters, celebrities, and CEOs

• Featured in Podcast Magazine and recognized in the podcasting industry

Hal Elrod and The Miracle Morning Routine | Hala Taha

Personality & Background Notes

Hala's journey from a corporate marketing executive to a successful entrepreneur showcases her resilience and determination. She began her career in radio production while in college, working at HOT97 on The Angie Martinez Show. Her diverse background and experiences have shaped her unique approach to business and content creation.

Why She Matters

Hala Taha exemplifies how combining passion, strategy, and authenticity can lead to significant success in the digital age. Her ability to teach others how to build and scale their personal brands has made her a valuable resource for aspiring entrepreneurs and content creators.

Quick Profile Summary

Detail	Info
Followers	275,869 on LinkedIn
Startup	YAP Media & YAP Media Network
Recognition	Host of the Young and Profiting podcast, featured in Podcast Magazine
Background	Former corporate marketing executive, radio production host at HOT97
Website	youngandprofiting.com

Hala Taha's LinkedIn Account:

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Hala Taha - YAP - Young and Profiting | LinkedIn

Hala Taha, known as “The Podcast Princess,” is the host of Young and Profiting (YAP)… · Experience: YAP - Young and Profiting · Education: New Jersey Institute of Technology · Location: Austin · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Hala Taha’s profile on LinkedIn, a professional community of 1 billion members.