Let me take you back to 2018. I was working in corporate America, at HP, where I had already built and led the Young Employee Network. I thought I was next in line for a bigger global leadership opportunity. But I didn’t get it😔 And the truth is, that rejection hit hard because it wasn’t the first time. Hot97 passed me up for the role I wanted. MTV pulled the plug on the show I thought would change everything. And now, once again, another gatekeeper was telling me no. That was the moment everything clicked for me. I realized I was tired of letting other people decide my ceiling. So in April 2018, while still working my corporate job, I started Young and Profiting. My mindset became: If I can’t lead 7,000 young employees inside one company, I’ll go lead millions outside of it. That decision changed my life. What I learned is this: Gatekeepers can delay you. But they do not define you. Sometimes the breakthrough isn’t getting chosen. It's choosing yourself. So now I’m curious… Where in your life are you still waiting for permission?

Every big creator you look up to? They FAILED first. • Got rejected • Got ignored • Got told “this isn’t for you” • Posted to crickets for months (or years) But here’s the difference… they didn’t stop. What made them different, is that They adjusted, they learned, and consistently kept showing up. If you’re not seeing results yet, you’re not behind you’re just in the phase most people quit in. Stay consistent. Your breakthrough might be closer than you think. 🔥

If you're building a business, brand, or audience, this is a conversation you need to hear. I used to record podcast episodes in a closet—no fancy setup, no strategy... Just me squeezing interviews in between meetings. And honestly? I thought I was doing it wrong. I kept thinking: “Once I figure it all out, then I’ll go all in.” But that moment never came. Clarity doesn’t come before you start. It comes because you start. That realization changed everything for me. And that’s exactly why I recorded this episode. In this episode, I break down: • What it really takes to build content that grows your brand and business • Why experimentation is the key strategy for success 🎯 • How to use your personal brand as your biggest asset • Why consistency beats everything (even strategy and talent) If you've been stuck overthinking, this episode will unlock a lot for you. 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcast 🎧 Stream on Spotify Let me know what you think after you listen! ✨ — Hala

Clarity creates momentum. Every Monday, I reset and get intentional about what actually moves the needle. This week is a big one…I’m prepping to fly to NYC to interview some incredible people. New conversations. New perspectives. And a few surprises I’m not announcing just yet 👀 Stay tuned. Now your turn... don’t overcomplicate it: What’s ONE thing you’re focused on improving this week? It could be: • growing your business • landing your first sponsor • improving your content • building your personal brand Pick one. Go all in. Drop your #1 focus below 👇 Let’s hold each other accountable.

Who has an offer calendar? Or is your content calendar the same, meaning it includes offers in it. I'm great at posting lots of social content and sending great information emails. And yes each asset often has a sales focused CTA. However, I'm not so great at a direct email with an offer to buy something! But every time I do send such an email I get sales... Duh. So who has an offer calendar to remind you to create emails and assets that directly sell your offers?