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Starting as an early AI enthusiast during his Stanford days, Reid Hoffman was eager to explore the potential of artificial intelligence, but the technology wasn't ready, so he shifted his focus. Years later, inspired by conversations with top tech innovators, he recognized AI's potential and seized the moment. He became a founding investor in OpenAI and later co-founded Inflection AI. In this episode, Reid introduces the concept of "superagency," where AI enhances human capabilities rather than replaces them, addresses common fears about AI, and shares his vision for a future shaped by AI-powered agents. In this episode, Hala and Reid will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (01:06) AI as the Next Big Wave (03:30) AI, Jobs, and Concerns for the Future (08:01) Superagency: Amplifying Human Capability with AI (18:38) Training AI to Be a Better Human Companion  (22:20) Trust and Misinformation in the Age of AI  (25:01) Why Human Expertise Still Matters in AI (27:19) Reid's AI Twin (30:12) Leveraging AI for Content Creation (31:37) How AI Will Shape the Future Reid Hoffman is an entrepreneur, investor, partner at Greylock, and co-founder of LinkedIn and Inflection AI. He was an executive at PayPal and a founding investor in several companies, including OpenAI. Reid actively supports various non-profits and has received numerous accolades, including an honorary CBE from the Queen of England and the Salute to Greatness Award from the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for his philanthropic efforts. Connect with Reid: Website: reidhoffman.org/  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/reidhoffman/  Twitter: x.com/reidhoffman  Instagram: instagram.com/reidhoffman/  YouTube: youtube.com/@reidhoffman Sponsored By: OpenPhone - Get 20% off 6 months at https://www.openphone.com/PROFITING   Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://www.youngandprofiting.co/shopify  Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at https://www.airbnb.com/host Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://www.rocketmoney.com/profiting Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting    RobinHood - Receive your 3% boost on annual IRA contributions, sign up at robinhood.com/gold Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Resources Mentioned: Reid's Book, Superagency: What Could Possibly Go Right with Our AI Future: https://amzn.to/4g7cfVG Reid's Book, Impromptu: Amplifying Our Humanity Through AI: amzn.to/4an8J8g  Reid's AI Video, Reid Hoffman Meets His AI Twin: bit.ly/4jzlVeD  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap  Youtube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/  Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/  Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com  Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new 

Despite having a strong product idea, Reid Hoffman's first startup collapsed, forcing him to return investors' capital. This tough experience reshaped his approach to entrepreneurship. By embracing failure, iterating quickly, and adapting relentlessly, he went on to become a leader at PayPal and later, the co-founder of LinkedIn. In this episode, Reid shares the concept of blitzscaling, which prioritizes speed over perfection, smart strategies for taking risks, and insights on achieving rapid market dominance. In this episode, Hala and Reid will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (01:32) Building Impact-Driven Businesses (02:56) Why We Need More Entrepreneurs (04:31) The Vision Behind LinkedIn's Success (06:43) Lessons from a Failed Startup (09:26) Making Quick, Intense Decisions at PayPal (12:39) Blitzscaling: Prioritizing Speed Over Efficiency (18:10) Maintaining Company Culture While Scaling (21:20) The Power of Early Market Dominance (25:01) The Five Stages of Company Growth (28:54) Strategies for Taking Intelligent Risks (31:44) Why Product Perfection Delays Success (33:25) Pivoting Early to Seize New Opportunities (36:18) Entrepreneurship as a Team Sport Reid Hoffman is an entrepreneur, investor, partner at Greylock, and co-founder of LinkedIn and Inflection AI. He was an executive at PayPal and a founding investor in several companies, including OpenAI. Reid actively supports various non-profits and has received numerous accolades, including an honorary CBE from the Queen of England and the Salute to Greatness Award from the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for his philanthropic efforts. Connect with Reid: Website: reidhoffman.org/  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/reidhoffman/  Twitter: x.com/reidhoffman  Instagram: instagram.com/reidhoffman/  YouTube: youtube.com/@reidhoffman Sponsored By: OpenPhone - Get 20% off 6 months at openphone.com/PROFITING   Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopify  Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at airbnb.com/host Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to rocketmoney.com/profiting Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting    RobinHood - Receive your 3% boost on annual IRA contributions, sign up at robinhood.com/gold Resources Mentioned: Reid's Book, Blitzscaling: The Lightning-Fast Path to Building Massively Valuable Companies: amzn.to/4jnQkfQ  More About Young and Profiting Download Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals Leave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yap Watch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting   Follow Hala Taha LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Twitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala   Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.com

Gary D. Hines, Music Director and Producer of the 3-time, Grammy Award-Winning Sounds of Blackness. Pop, Hip-Hop, Rhythm & Blues, Jazz, Latin, Rock, Blues, Reggae, Ragtime, Classical and Gospel. Gary has recorded,performed, toured, written for and appeared with: Quincy Jones, Jimmy “Jam” Harris & Terry Lewis, Prince, Usher, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Johnny Gill, Patti LaBelle, Sting, Dolly Parton, Danny Glover and Jordin Sparks to name just a few. Gary has performed in every major city in the U.S.and, abroad in Africa, England, Holland, Switzerland, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, Bermuda, Jamaica, Martinique and The Bahamas - with Sounds of Blackness.Gary has also conducted countless Music Workshops, Seminars, Lecture-Demonstrations and Master Classes across the United States and internationally about the history, impact and evolution of African-American music and culture.Gary has been the recipient of such honors as a Grammy, International Time For Peace Award, Minnesota Music Academy Awards, Minnesota Music Hall of Fame Award, Distinguished Citizen Award, Golden Scroll For The Promise of Greatness Award and, Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from his Alma Mater Macalester College, St. Paul.Sounds of Blackness latest CD, "THE SOUNDS OF BLACKNESS" won a 2012 NAACP Image Awardwww.soundsofblackness.orgwww.musiciansreveal.com

About the Show:Everyone has the power for greatness, not for fame but greatness, because greatness is determined by service. - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.This episode featured Lindsey Leverett Higgins, the President of the Northwest Arkansas Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Council. Lindsey shared how the Council was established in 1996 by the late Reverend J. Aaron Hawkins to bring a large celebration to Northwest Arkansas in honor of Dr. King and raise money for scholarships. The Council has grown since then and has become a vital part of the black and minority community in Northwest Arkansas. Each year, the Council gives out the Salute to Greatness Award to recognize community members for their work in the community and raises money for scholarships. Lindsey shared that Northwest Arkansas is growing in diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages anyone considering moving to Northwest Arkansas to do so. We also discussed the role that local employers, both large and small, play in promoting DEI in recruitment and retention efforts. "Come find your tribe, get engaged, get involved, meet people, understand the local hangouts, the beauty shops, and the barber shops. Know that if you're coming from a major city, there are not necessarily from a diversity standpoint, not yet, but we're getting there." -Lindsey Leverett Higgins In this episode, you will learn the following:1. The Impact of the Northwest Arkansas Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Council on Diversity and Inclusion in the Community2. The Salute to Greatness Awards and How Recipients are Selected3. Advice for People Considering Moving to Northwest Arkansas from a Diversity Perspective. All this and more on this episode of the I am Northwest Arkansas podcast. Important Links and Mentions on the Show*:Lindsey Leverett-Higgins EmailNorthwest Arkansas MLK Council WebsiteNorthwest Arkansas MLK Council InstagramNorthwest Arkansas MLK Council FacebookNorthwest Arkansas MLK Council TwitterNorthwest Arkansas MLK Council LinkedIn Other episodes you'll enjoy:Episode 200 - Did You know that Arkansas has Acres of DiamondsDid You Know The Greatest Maritime Disaster In The United

This holiday season, join Host Natasha Stevens as she sits down in a vulnerable, honest, powerful, and thought provoking fireside chats with none other than the CEO of Reed Development Group, Simon and Schuster Best Selling Author, Globally heralded Keynote Speaker, Philanthropist, Multi Award Winning Advocate, Elite Level Corporate Executive Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging Strategist who has one of the most inspirational and powerful voices on the lecture circuit, Kimberly S. Reed: Optimists Always Win: Moving From Defeat to Life's C Suite! All book proceeds are being donated to two cancer charities. Kimberly is a regular speaker and lecturer at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania's LEAD Program, Howard Universities' Leadership Programs and a top rated speaker at leading global professional conferences. With more than 20 years' of HR, talent acquisition and diversity, equality & inclusion experience, successfully turning around diversity practices by designing, building, leading and shaping high-performing cultures at global organizations with robust strategies and global employee development programs that have increased revenue growth and organizational brand eminence. With an award winning team across company cultures, brand design, and PR related work, the company has a clientele that has ranged from multibillion-dollar company CEOs and executives and fast growth entrepreneurs. Kimberly's entrepreneurial ventures, a senior partner at the Ascendant Group which specializes in executive branding and a founding member of the Forbes Agency Council for PR and Advertising. In December 2020, Kaleidoscope Diversity is the result of a unique strategic alliance between McConnell & Jones LLP and Reed Development Group, which was developed for companies who want to harness the power of an engaged, diverse workforce and diverse supply chain in today's hyper-competitive global marketplace in the capabilities of one solutions provider. They develop a tailored approach to innovative, high impact virtual training and strategic sourcing initiatives, allowing  clients to address internal and external issues that can hinder an organization's full potential with its workforce and suppliers. Kimberly has served on several professional and non-for-profit boards as a member, executive council member and chair. Kimberly is the Vice-Chair, Leadership Council of the American Cancer Society South Jersey/Philadelphia and a board member; Legacy of Hope provides emergency patient support to cancer patients in underserved diverse communities in the Philadelphia region. She is a Founding Advisory Committee Member of the University of Pennsylvania and DiverseForce Board Governance Training Program that provides leadership training for leaders of color who want to achieve greater effectiveness as organizational leaders while making a social impact as board members. She is also a member of The Links, Inc., one of the nation's oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of accomplished, dedicated African American Women who are active in their communities, and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated with over 300, 000 members globally. Kimberly has been featured in numerous mass media outlets such as Essence, 6ABC, ShondaLand Digital, Huffington Post, Charisma Magazine, Fox News, Radio One, Journal of American Management Association and more for her leadership in DEI, Women's and Minority's Advocacy, Business, Entrepreneurship & Faith. She was one of the Top 28 Black Leaders in DEI, Color Magazine & Honoree, the 2021 Philly Power Women. Kimberly also received the prestigious 2020 Dr. MLK,Jr. Salute to Greatness Award & so much more! Find Kimberly Here: www.optimistsalwayswin.com (Also on Amazon and Audible) as well as www.thereeddevelopmentgroup.com

Our experiences and how we view them shape our lives for better or worse. The guest for this episode shares how his perspective and perseverance has led him to where he is now. Meet Mr. Johnnie Geathers: Johnnie Geathers, MSW is an individual that loves helping others. Johnnie received his Bachelors in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State University and his Masters in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. He is a Mental Health Therapist for Familylinks, Inc. under the Therapeutic Classroom model. In his position, Johnnie works with children in Pittsburgh Carmalt PreK-8 where the kids range from 1st to 3rd grade. Within the agency, he makes sure that he connects with the school staff and the families to make sure that the child's needs are met to be able to transition back into the mainstream classroom setting or more levels of care. Johnnie received the Above and Beyond the Call of Duty honors back to back in 2019 and 2020 for the work he does for Familylinks. Outside of his career, he does a lot of community work for his fraternity, Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. In his fraternity, he holds three positions where he is the Community Service chair for the Beta Omicron Omega Alumni chapter in Pittsburgh, the Director of Community Service for the Atlantic Coast Region and the National Coordinator for Much More Than A Hashtag, an initiative that he helped co-founded to educate the community on Voter Registration, Citizen Review Board, Jury Selection, Home Ownership and Property Taxes. He does monthly Mental Health memoirs for his church, The Church of Christian Compassion in Philadelphia, PA. On April 3, 2020, he launched JG Mental Health Fridays on social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn). JG Mental Health Fridays are videos where he addresses mental health topics and provide coping strategies that everyone can use to maintain stability. Johnnie received numerous honors from his contributions to the social work & mental health field and his fraternity. Some of his honors are the 2017 Who's Next Community Leaders & Activists Award from The Incline, Unsung Hero Award & Social Work Appreciation of Greatness Award from Vitamin C Healing LLC., and 2020 Pitt School of Social Work Rising Star Alumni Award. Johnnie finds a way to stay in touch and involved in the community any way possible. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakingwithgravity/message

Dr. Heidi Forbes Öste chats with Adrianne George, an advocate for expat voting rights and finding a voice for women of color in Europe. American by birth, and Swedish by marriage. She is a business communications consultant and social entrepreneur with international experience in marketing communications both agency and in-house. Her passion is helping small companies reach their business communications goals. Her focus has included the automotive, entertainment, life sciences, and non-profit sectors in Europe and the USA. 2016-2020 Democratic National Committee Member | 2019 Sisterhood of Greatness Award winner | 2012 Maishagalen Entrepreneur of the Year Award winner | Democrats Abroad EMEA Delegate to the 2012 Democratic Convention | Accredited Blogger to the 2012 and 2008 Democratic National Conventions She lived and worked in the US, England, Belgium, and Sweden with companies including Ford Motor Company, PolyGram Records and the American Chamber of Commerce.She is a multiple award-winning blogger and the 2019 recipient of the Sisterhood Agenda Sisterhood of Greatness Award, and the 2012 recipient of the Maishagalen Entrepreneur of the Year Award. A dual citizen of Sweden and the USA, She is fluent in English and functional in Swedish. Democrats Abroad: https://www.democratsabroad.org Black Women in Europe: http://blog.blackwomenineurope.com

We spoke with Gary D. Hines, Music Director and Producer of the 3-time, Grammy Award-Winning Sounds of Blackness. Pop, Hip-Hop, Rhythm & Blues, Jazz, Latin, Rock, Blues, Reggae, Ragtime, Classical and Gospel. Gary has recorded, performed, toured, written for and appeared with: Quincy Jones, Jimmy “Jam” Harris & Terry Lewis, Prince, Usher, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Johnny Gill, Patti LaBelle, Sting, Dolly Parton, Danny Glover and Jordin Sparks to name just a few. Gary has performed in every major city in the U.S. and, abroad in Africa, England, Holland, Switzerland, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, Bermuda, Jamaica, Martinique and The Bahamas - with Sounds of Blackness Gary has also conducted countless Music Workshops, Seminars, Lecture-Demonstrations and Master Classes across the United States and internationally about the history, impact and evolution of African-American music and culture. Gary has been the recipient of such honors as a Grammy, International Time For Peace Award, Minnesota Music Academy Awards, Minnesota Music Hall of Fame Award, Distinguished Citizen Award, Golden Scroll For The Promise of Greatness Award and, Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from his Alma Mater Macalester College, St. Paul. Sounds of Blackness latest CD, "THE SOUNDS OF BLACKNESS" won a 2012 NAACP Image Award. http://www.soundsofblackness.org/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bj-murphy9/support

Gary D. Hines, Music Director and Producer of the 3-time, Grammy Award-Winning Sounds of Blackness Debuts Their New Single ( ROYALTY) Pop, Hip-Hop, Rhythm & Blues, Jazz, Latin, Rock, Blues, Reggae, Ragtime, Classical and Gospel. Gary has recorded, performed, toured, written for and appeared with: Quincy Jones, Jimmy “Jam” Harris & Terry Lewis, Prince, Usher, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin,  Elton John,  Johnny Gill, Patti LaBelle, Sting,  Dolly Parton, Danny Glover and Jordin Sparks to name just a few. Gary has performed in every major city in the U.S. and, abroad in Africa, England, Holland, Switzerland, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Canada,  Bermuda, Jamaica, Martinique and The Bahamas - with Sounds of Blackness Gary has also conducted countless Music Workshops, Seminars, Lecture-Demonstrations and Master Classes  across the United States and internationally about the history, impact and evolution of African-American music and culture. Gary has been the recipient of such honors as a Grammy, International Time For Peace Award, Minnesota Music Academy Awards,  Minnesota Music Hall of Fame Award, Distinguished Citizen Award, Golden Scroll For The Promise of Greatness Award and,  Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from his Alma Mater Macalester College, St. Paul. Sounds of Blackness latest CD, "THE SOUNDS OF BLACKNESS" won a 2012 NAACP Image Award

Dr. Traci Lynn is an award winning Entrepreneur, Internationally Renowned Motivational speaker, Author, wife, mother, Evangelist, and TV talk show host, Dr. Lynn is often referred to as a “Success Coach”. She has inspired thousands to pursue their dreams and to reach past their fears and comfort zones to live the lives they envision. Profoundly wise and an exceptional motivator, Dr. Lynn encourages you to think in extraordinary ways and to dare take control of your life and launch it into bold new directions. Her undergraduate and graduate work is in business and religion. Her doctorate degree is in theology. Traci Lynn was the recipient of four prestigious awards, The Madam CJ Walker Award for entrepreneur excellence, University of Pennsylvania’s Carrier of Hope Award for her community service, the Spirit of Greatness Award for outstanding Leadership in business, and the Network Journal’s 2002, 25 most influential Women in Business Award. Traci Lynn was featured on Good Morning America for owning one of the top grossing businesses among young entrepreneurs, and she appeared in Essence Magazine for her innovative business success. She was recently featured in the January 2006 issue of Black Enterprise Magazine online. In addition to Traci Lynn Fashion Jewelry, she also owns three Rita’s Water Ice franchises. www.tracilynn.com Dr. Lynn is also the Inaugural Recipient of The Winner's Summit Legends Award www.thewinnerssummit.com

Dr. Traci Lynn is an award winning Entrepreneur, Internationally Renowned Motivational speaker, Author, wife, mother, Evangelist, and TV talk show host, Dr. Lynn is often referred to as a “Success Coach”. She has inspired thousands to pursue their dreams and to reach past their fears and comfort zones to live the lives they envision. Profoundly wise and an exceptional motivator, Dr. Lynn encourages you to think in extraordinary ways and to dare take control of your life and launch it into bold new directions. Her undergraduate and graduate work is in business and religion. Her doctorate degree is in theology. Traci Lynn was the recipient of four prestigious awards, The Madam CJ Walker Award for entrepreneur excellence, University of Pennsylvania’s Carrier of Hope Award for her community service, the Spirit of Greatness Award for outstanding Leadership in business, and the Network Journal’s 2002, 25 most influential Women in Business Award. Traci Lynn was featured on Good Morning America for owning one of the top grossing businesses among young entrepreneurs, and she appeared in Essence Magazine for her innovative business success. She was recently featured in the January 2006 issue of Black Enterprise Magazine online. In addition to Traci Lynn Fashion Jewelry, she also owns three Rita’s Water Ice franchises. www.tracilynn.com Dr. Lynn is also the Inaugural Recipient of The Winner's Summit Legends Award www.thewinnerssummit.com