Emma Hernan: How to Build Real Wealth & Scale a Business Beyond Reality TV
Young and Profiting with Hala Taha
About This Episode
Emma Hernan's journey into entrepreneurship began with a determination to build financial stability after learning her mother lost everything. She started her first business at 12, began investing in stocks at 16, and eventually saved her family's seafood business from total collapse. This relentless drive made her the first millionaire in her family. In this episode, Emma shares how she built multiple income streams, scaled her food empire, and broke barriers as a female entrepreneur in a competitive business world. She also reveals surprising behind-the-scenes truths about reality TV as one of the stars of Netflix's Selling Sunset.
About Emma Hernan
Emma Hernan is a self-made entrepreneur, real estate agent, and star of Netflix's hit show Selling Sunset. She is the founder of Emma Leigh & Co., a plant-based frozen food company, and Coast to Coast, her newest food venture. Beyond food, Emma is an angel investor and an advocate for women in business, inspiring others to diversify their income and build lasting financial independence.
Resources Mentioned
- Emma's Website: emmahernan.com
- Emma's Instagram: instagram.com/emmahernan
- Emma's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/emma-hernan
Active Deals
Key YAP Links
- Reviews: ratethispodcast.com/yap
- YouTube: youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting
- Newsletter: youngandprofiting.co/newsletter
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/htaha/
- Instagram: instagram.com/yapwithhala/
- Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com
- Transcripts: youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new
Raw Description
<p>Emma Hernan's journey into entrepreneurship began with a determination to build financial stability after learning her mother lost everything. She started her first business at 12, began investing in stocks at 16, and eventually saved her family's seafood business from total collapse. This relentless drive made her the first millionaire in her family. In this episode, Emma shares how she built multiple income streams, scaled her food empire, and broke barriers as a female entrepreneur in a competitive business world. She also reveals surprising behind-the-scenes truths about reality TV as one of the stars of Netflix’s <em>Selling Sunset</em>.</p> <p><strong>In this episode, Hala and Emma will discuss:</strong></p> <p>(00:00) Introduction</p> <p>(02:37) Emma’s Humble Beginnings and Money Mindset</p> <p>(07:15) Becoming the First Millionaire in Her Family</p> <p>(09:56) Breaking Stereotypes as Female Entrepreneurs</p> <p>(19:28) Launching and Scaling a Food Business</p> <p>(29:47) The Power of Diversifying Income Streams</p> <p>(33:01) Reality TV’s Impact on Business and Branding</p> <p>(37:37) Mastering Focus and Balance as Entrepreneurs</p> <p>(41:22) Investing in Real Estate and AI Startups</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Emma Hernan</strong> is a self-made entrepreneur, real estate agent, and star of Netflix’s hit show <em>Selling Sunset</em>. She is the founder of Emma Leigh & Co., a plant-based frozen food company, and Coast to Coast, her newest food venture. Beyond food, Emma is an angel investor and an advocate for women in business, inspiring others to diversify their income and build lasting financial independence.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Sponsored By:</strong></p> <p><strong>Indeed</strong> - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at <a href="http://indeed.com/PROFITING"><u>Indeed.com/PROFITING</u></a> </p> <p><strong>Shopify</strong> - Start your $1/month trial at <a href="http://shopify.com/profiting"><u>Shopify.com/profiting</u></a>. </p> <p><strong>Quo </strong>- Get 20% off your first 6 months at <a href="http://quo.com/PROFITING"><u>Quo.com/PROFITING</u></a> </p> <p><strong>Revolve</strong> - Head to <a href="http://revolve.com/PROFITING"><u>REVOLVE.com/PROFITING</u></a> and take 15% off your first order with code PROFITING </p> <p><strong>Merit Beauty</strong> - Go to <a href="http://meritbeauty.com"><u>meritbeauty.com</u></a> to get your free signature makeup bag with your first order. </p> <p><strong>DeleteMe </strong>- Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to <a href="http://joindeleteme.com/profiting"><u>joindeleteme.com/profiting</u></a> </p> <p><strong>Spectrum Business</strong> - Visit <a href="http://spectrum.com/FreeForLife"><u>Spectrum.com/FreeForLife</u></a> to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever.</p> <p><strong>Airbnb</strong> - Find yourself a cohost at <a href="http://airbnb.com/host"><u>airbnb.com/host</u></a> </p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></p> <p>Emma's Website: <a href="http://emmahernan.com"><u>emmahernan.com</u></a> </p> <p>Emma’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/emmahernan/"><u>instagram.com/emmahernan</u></a> </p> <p>Emma’s LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-hernan-1b6926205"><u>linkedin.com/in/emma-hernan</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Active Deals</strong> -<a href="http://youngandprofiting.com/deals"> <u>youngandprofiting.com/deals</u></a> </p> <p><strong>Key YAP Links</strong></p> <p>Reviews -<a href="http://ratethispodcast.com/yap"> <u>ratethispodcast.com/yap</u></a></p> <p>YouTube -<a href="http://youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting"> <u>youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting</u></a></p> <p>Newsletter - <a href="http://youngandprofiting.co/newsletter"><u>youngandprofiting.co/newsletter</u></a> </p> <p>LinkedIn -<a href="http://linkedin.com/in/htaha/"> <u>linkedin.com/in/htaha/</u></a></p> <p>Instagram -<a href="http://instagram.com/yapwithhala/"> <u>instagram.com/yapwithhala/</u></a></p> <p>Social + Podcast Services:<a href="http://www.yapmedia.com"> <u>yapmedia.com</u></a></p> <p>Transcripts -<a href="http://youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new"> <u>youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new</u></a> </p> <p>Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Passive Income, Online Business, Solopreneur, Networking</p>
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Show Notes
About This Episode
Emma Hernan's journey into entrepreneurship began with a determination to build financial stability after learning her mother lost everything. She started her first business at 12, began investing in stocks at 16, and eventually saved her family's seafood business from total collapse. This relentless drive made her the first millionaire in her family. In this episode, Emma shares how she built multiple income streams, scaled her food empire, and broke barriers as a female entrepreneur in a competitive business world. She also reveals surprising behind-the-scenes truths about reality TV as one of the stars of Netflix's Selling Sunset.
About Emma Hernan
Emma Hernan is a self-made entrepreneur, real estate agent, and star of Netflix's hit show Selling Sunset. She is the founder of Emma Leigh & Co., a plant-based frozen food company, and Coast to Coast, her newest food venture. Beyond food, Emma is an angel investor and an advocate for women in business, inspiring others to diversify their income and build lasting financial independence.
Resources Mentioned
- Emma's Website: emmahernan.com
- Emma's Instagram: instagram.com/emmahernan
- Emma's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/emma-hernan
Active Deals
Key YAP Links
- Reviews: ratethispodcast.com/yap
- YouTube: youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting
- Newsletter: youngandprofiting.co/newsletter
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/htaha/
- Instagram: instagram.com/yapwithhala/
- Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com
- Transcripts: youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new
Raw Description
<p>Emma Hernan's journey into entrepreneurship began with a determination to build financial stability after learning her mother lost everything. She started her first business at 12, began investing in stocks at 16, and eventually saved her family's seafood business from total collapse. This relentless drive made her the first millionaire in her family. In this episode, Emma shares how she built multiple income streams, scaled her food empire, and broke barriers as a female entrepreneur in a competitive business world. She also reveals surprising behind-the-scenes truths about reality TV as one of the stars of Netflix’s <em>Selling Sunset</em>.</p> <p><strong>In this episode, Hala and Emma will discuss:</strong></p> <p>(00:00) Introduction</p> <p>(02:37) Emma’s Humble Beginnings and Money Mindset</p> <p>(07:15) Becoming the First Millionaire in Her Family</p> <p>(09:56) Breaking Stereotypes as Female Entrepreneurs</p> <p>(19:28) Launching and Scaling a Food Business</p> <p>(29:47) The Power of Diversifying Income Streams</p> <p>(33:01) Reality TV’s Impact on Business and Branding</p> <p>(37:37) Mastering Focus and Balance as Entrepreneurs</p> <p>(41:22) Investing in Real Estate and AI Startups</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Emma Hernan</strong> is a self-made entrepreneur, real estate agent, and star of Netflix’s hit show <em>Selling Sunset</em>. She is the founder of Emma Leigh & Co., a plant-based frozen food company, and Coast to Coast, her newest food venture. Beyond food, Emma is an angel investor and an advocate for women in business, inspiring others to diversify their income and build lasting financial independence.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Sponsored By:</strong></p> <p><strong>Indeed</strong> - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at <a href="http://indeed.com/PROFITING"><u>Indeed.com/PROFITING</u></a> </p> <p><strong>Shopify</strong> - Start your $1/month trial at <a href="http://shopify.com/profiting"><u>Shopify.com/profiting</u></a>. </p> <p><strong>Quo </strong>- Get 20% off your first 6 months at <a href="http://quo.com/PROFITING"><u>Quo.com/PROFITING</u></a> </p> <p><strong>Revolve</strong> - Head to <a href="http://revolve.com/PROFITING"><u>REVOLVE.com/PROFITING</u></a> and take 15% off your first order with code PROFITING </p> <p><strong>Merit Beauty</strong> - Go to <a href="http://meritbeauty.com"><u>meritbeauty.com</u></a> to get your free signature makeup bag with your first order. </p> <p><strong>DeleteMe </strong>- Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to <a href="http://joindeleteme.com/profiting"><u>joindeleteme.com/profiting</u></a> </p> <p><strong>Spectrum Business</strong> - Visit <a href="http://spectrum.com/FreeForLife"><u>Spectrum.com/FreeForLife</u></a> to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever.</p> <p><strong>Airbnb</strong> - Find yourself a cohost at <a href="http://airbnb.com/host"><u>airbnb.com/host</u></a> </p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></p> <p>Emma's Website: <a href="http://emmahernan.com"><u>emmahernan.com</u></a> </p> <p>Emma’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/emmahernan/"><u>instagram.com/emmahernan</u></a> </p> <p>Emma’s LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-hernan-1b6926205"><u>linkedin.com/in/emma-hernan</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Active Deals</strong> -<a href="http://youngandprofiting.com/deals"> <u>youngandprofiting.com/deals</u></a> </p> <p><strong>Key YAP Links</strong></p> <p>Reviews -<a href="http://ratethispodcast.com/yap"> <u>ratethispodcast.com/yap</u></a></p> <p>YouTube -<a href="http://youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting"> <u>youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting</u></a></p> <p>Newsletter - <a href="http://youngandprofiting.co/newsletter"><u>youngandprofiting.co/newsletter</u></a> </p> <p>LinkedIn -<a href="http://linkedin.com/in/htaha/"> <u>linkedin.com/in/htaha/</u></a></p> <p>Instagram -<a href="http://instagram.com/yapwithhala/"> <u>instagram.com/yapwithhala/</u></a></p> <p>Social + Podcast Services:<a href="http://www.yapmedia.com"> <u>yapmedia.com</u></a></p> <p>Transcripts -<a href="http://youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new"> <u>youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new</u></a> </p> <p>Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Passive Income, Online Business, Solopreneur, Networking</p>