Help Wanted

The first step towards any change is asking yourself: “Is this worth the risk?” There’s no way to guarantee success, unfortunately — but there is something important that you’re not considering that can help you take that step. Today, Jason will help you consider it. And to start, he shares how this helped someone land a big job... and escape their haunted past.

Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, there’s always more to be done? Jason does. Today, he’ll share what he’s done to settle down… and enjoy life while still being productive. It all starts with some incredible advice from Shonda Rhimes...

You may know Kat Von D from Miami Ink and LA Ink, but she is so much more than what you saw on TV. As a kid, Kat felt like an outsider— but through her music, tattoos and business, she created a community for others who grew up feeling the same way. On MNN's Money Maker, Kat tells host Nely Galán the story of her meteoric rise; from mohawks in church, to opening up her first tattoo shop, to regrettable contracts, to peace and sobriety. Her story is for anyone looking for the tools to turn their passion into a career. Find more conversations like these on the Money Maker | Mi Mundo Rico pod. Click here to subscribe: https://link.chtbl.com/_9U0OQh1?sid=MM Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Take your business to the next level with Shopify! Use our special link to claim a $1/month trial period: http://shopify.com/helpwanted As you crush your career goals, don’t deprioritize your mental health. If you’re thinking of trying therapy, get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp at: http://betterhelp.com/helpwanted Never lose a document on your computer again with Notion. Snag a free trial here: http://notion.com/helpwanted Tired of pricey cell phone bills? Get a Mint Mobile plan for $15/month using code HELPWANTED at: http://mintmobile.com/HELPWANTED Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

Today's caller is a personal trainer who wants help growing her social media audience so that she can find new clients. Jason and Nicole tell her she's looking for the solution to her problem in all the wrong places. Instead, they give her the client acquisition cheat code that anyone can use at home. Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Take your business to the next level with Shopify! Use our special link to claim a $1/month trial period: http://shopify.com/helpwanted As you crush your career goals, don’t deprioritize your mental health. If you’re thinking of trying therapy, get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp at: http://betterhelp.com/helpwanted Never lose a document on your computer again with Notion. Snag a free trial here: http://notion.com/helpwanted Tired of pricey cell phone bills? Get a Mint Mobile plan for $15/month using code HELPWANTED at: http://mintmobile.com/HELPWANTED Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

Today, Jason gives you a simple way to make progress when you’re feeling stuck. Because you may feel like you've hit a wall— but you haven't. You can move forward. You just need to ask yourself an important question. In this episode, Jason shares that question. Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Take your business to the next level with Shopify! Use our special link to claim a $1/month trial period: http://shopify.com/helpwanted As you crush your career goals, don’t deprioritize your mental health. If you’re thinking of trying therapy, get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp at: http://betterhelp.com/helpwanted Never lose a document on your computer again with Notion. Snag a free trial here: http://notion.com/helpwanted Tired of pricey cell phone bills? Get a Mint Mobile plan for $15/month using code HELPWANTED at: http://mintmobile.com/HELPWANTED Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

Do you have a sneaking suspicion your coworker is mad at you? At best, this feeling can darken your day. At worst, this feeling can turn your workplace into a toxic environment. Jason and Nicole tell you how to handle this hunch, using a very personal example: a time Nicole thought Jason hated her!

'Tis the season to set goals for the New Year. But the way we create our goals often sets us up for failure. Today, Jason helps you set goals you can actually reach — by avoiding the goals that’ll drag you down. And to start, he’ll tell you about the goal he hears all the time… and why he keeps telling people to ditch it.

To celebrate the new year, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your goals in the new year. Boundaries are good! They keep us from burning out and protect positive relationships within teams. But here's the hard truth: the wrong approach to boundaries can keep employees from getting promoted and employers from getting their needs met. Today, Jason and Nicole give you the right approach. To test their strategy, they pull their producer into the conversation to get straight feedback on the example they've set. Originally aired 2023-01-10

As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your goals in the new year. In today's episode, Nicole and Jason are joined by a founder Nicole critiqued on this very podcast. Tea! This conversation could have gone one of two ways, but how this founder responds is *chef's kiss* perfection. This conversation will leave you with a script you can use next time you get some tough feedback. Find the most excellent Kim Kaupe here: https://kimkaupe.com/ Originally aired 5/2/23

As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your goals in the new year. Today's guest Lauren told herself that she needed to be doing more— until a medical diagnosis gave her "a slap in the face." Burnout has commanded the workplace zeitgeist over the last few years… but even though we’re talking about burnout more often, workplace culture hasn't made a lot of progress. But Lauren has. Jason was inspired by Lauren's story and wanted to share it on the pod, but first, we'll need to take a step back: because how Jason and Lauren got to talking in the first place, starts with a really bizarre coincidence. Drool over Lauren's bagels here: https://www.instagram.com/cloudnine_bagels/ 2023-05-23

As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your goals in the new year. Have you ever dreamed of creating a product? What if you launch it... and nobody cares? That's the problem facing today's listener, who asks Jason for advice. Then they discover a shocker: Her problem isn't at all what she thought! Originally aired 3/23/23

As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your goals in the new year. Running a business with friends can be a whole lot of fun.... until it's not. Today's caller wants to know: how can you protect against business hurting a friendship? To learn more about Word on the Block, check 'em out: https://www.wordontheblock.biz/ Originally aired 3/30/23

As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your goals in the new year. This episode turns into a Sliding Doors special; today's helpline caller worked with Jason at a local newspaper over two decades ago. Since then, his career hasn't had the linear upward trajectory he hoped for— which has left him making about half the salary he wants. Today, Jason and Nicole break down how to play catch-up.

The tradition of exchanging gifts is not something Jason and Nicole can get on the same page about. So, they consult an expert resource on the etiquette around giving a holiday gift to your boss, your employees, your coworkers, and your clients. But first, Nicole tells the story of the time she accidentally bought a five-figure gift for Jason's birthday.

Today, Jason teaches you how to chill out… while getting everything important done. Because for all the wild stories out there about hustlers hustling, there’s something important you need to know. Jason explains.

Today's caller Mike runs a production studio and wants to know if top-of-the-line equipment will set him apart from other studios. Jason and Nicole's answer: not necessarily. Instead, Jason and Nicole give him a foolproof method for getting a competitive advantage— and it has nothing to do with the competition! Follow Mike's mini fridge progress here.

When you screw up one thing, you feel like you screwed up everything. But Jason has a different way of thinking about this: what if you were supposed to screw up? Today Jason shares the way he sorts mistakes into two categories, and how that has helped him recover from inevitable blunders.

Jason is in the middle of doing so many favors for friends that he's struggling to find time to do the things he needs to do for himself. Does he need to start saying no? If so, how? Nicole gives the script she uses when someone asks her for a favor. This script will help you find the perfect balance between helping your friends and protecting your time.

Happy Thanksgiving! Today, Jason and Nicole are giving thanks for the true stories of their most panic-inducing failures. Why? They explain. Plus, Nicole shares how gratitude factors into her favorite cheat code for de-stressing.

Having big goals and big dreams can foster dissatisfaction with what you already have— but that can cost you your happiness. Today, Jason shares a story Norman Reedus (The Walking Dead) told him about a Fortune 500 CEO who gained and lost it all. Jason shares why that story sticks with him, and what it can teach us all about finding happiness.

If you’re having a tricky time communicating at work, Jason has a solution: he calls it “bricks and mortar” — and it is the single most important insight he’s had as a communicator. He explains how to use it next time you need to hold someone's attention at work.

Today's caller is getting a divorce from her husband... and her husband also happens to be her business partner. She wants to know: is it possible to have joint custody of a business? Jason and Nicole give their tips for anyone who is navigating a complicated work relationship. Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Take your business to the next level with Shopify! Use our special link to claim a $1/month trial period: http://shopify.com/helpwanted As you crush your career goals, don’t deprioritize your mental health. If you’re thinking of trying therapy, get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp at: http://betterhelp.com/helpwanted Never lose a document on your computer again with Notion. Snag a free trial here: http://notion.com/helpwanted Tired of pricey cell phone bills? Get a Mint Mobile plan for $15/month using code HELPWANTED at: http://mintmobile.com/HELPWANTED Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

There's nothing more maddening than working super hard towards a goal... and still not be where you want to be. Today, Jason shows you how to stay focused and motivated, even as you feel frustrated. And he'll start by sharing something that he's insecure about — and the thing he tells himself, that helps him keep going.

You work hard. You deserve a break. But if you try to take one, you can't shake the nagging feeling: I should be working. There’s something waiting for me. Something that needs me… Today, Jason gives you a daily habit to relieve that pressure.

Nicole knows LinkedIn is a good tool for advancing her work, but when it comes to using that tool effectively? She's stumped. For anyone who can relate, Jason (a LinkedIn Top Voice!) gives his proven formula for writing an engaging LinkedIn post that will grow your network.

Your To Do list is probably full of things that you believe you need to do in order to make progress toward your goals... but what if these things don't actually help you? Today, Jason helps you decide what’s actually worth doing — by breaking your efforts down into two categories: It’s either a toll or a scam. Jason explains.

A lot of folks will tell you that you can use a new job offer as leverage to ask your current employer for a raise. But does that actually work? Nicole has thoughts— and advice.

We're all waiting for someone— for a reply, an approval, an answer— we're all on the edge of our seats about something. And it's making us... nuts. You desperately want to know what that someone is thinking, and today, Jason tells you. Plus, he gives his tip to nip this worry in the bud.

Multiple people have lost their jobs after making insensitive comments about Israel on social media. Our listeners asked: Is that legal?! Nicole and Jason call up lawyer and workplace legal expert Peter Rahbar to help us understand our rights as employees... and employers.

Today, Jason and Nicole tackle a question the whole internet is asking: should we be talking about politics on social media? Some argue we have a responsibility to share our beliefs, while others believe social media is not the best forum to affect change. Jason and Nicole, alongside marketing expert Aliza Licht, give you the framework to decide when and how to engage with politics on social media— and if engaging is right for you at all.

The strategy behind asking to be paid what your worth is like every Goldilocks story— you don't want to ask for too little, or too much. Today, Jason and Nicole call up entrepreneur Liz Elting to figure out the strategy to get the pricing juuuust right. Find Liz's new book here: https://lizelting.com/

You’re stuck in the hot seat. Maybe you’re giving a presentation. Or are being interviewed for a job. And someone asks you something and you think… I do not know what I’m talking about right now. Today, Jason gives you a way to speak with more confidence.

You've heard of the friend zone but have you heard of... the business zone? The place you relegate the first dates who you don't want to get busy with, but you want to do business with. Jason helps Nicole craft the perfect message to a guy she's trying to move into the business zone. Plus, Jason gives a guide to finding value from your connections—without feeling transactional.

You already know that comparison is the thief of joy. I don’t need to tell you that — and anyway, knowing it doesn’t help. So today, Jason will give you something that will help — because it’ll put this problem in a new perspective.

Jason and Nicole get a call on the Help Line from a woman who is looking at a stack of rejection letters that all sound a lot like thinly veiled ageism. Jason and Nicole phone-in age bias expert Dr. Tracey Gendron, and together, they provide resources to anyone who is facing age discrimination.

Are you waiting for something you want so badly that you can't focus on anything else? If you answered, "heck yes," Jason has an exercise that will help you get unstuck. And it involves the ocean... metaphorically.

Building a community has always been of interest for companies wanting to build their workplace culture, but now the idea of community is happening direct-to-consumer. This has got Nicole thinking: should she build a more structured community for MNN? To discover the recipe for community, Nicole and Jason call Ryan Boughan, President of PTTOW. What the heck is the PTTOW and what does it have to do with community? Jason tries to guess— and Nicole explains.

There are days when we don't accomplish everything we want to. We all have them. And it feels wrong... but it shouldn't. Today, Jason gives you a new way to think about progress — and the motivation to keep going. And he starts with a very personal example. Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

Today's caller is ambitious, but every time she wants to level up, she questions whether she deserves it. Jason and Nicole share the mental exercise that stops imposter syndrome in its tracks.

Nicole shares the two words you should be saying more at work; the second will surprise you! Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

Self-publishing a book is easier than ever, but getting people to actually buy that book? Not so easy. Listener Tremont's solution is to throw a launch party. But Jason and Nicole say, forget the launch party, there are more meaningful steps that any aspiring best-selling author should take to make their launch a success. Intrigued by Tremont's side hustle? Check out his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Bucks-Behind-Brand-Coolest-Hustle/dp/B0CGYQ7W4R Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

If you don't have all the pieces you need to achieve what it is you want to achieve, it could stop you in your tracks— but it shouldn't. Jason has a mantra that will help you move forward, even when you feel like you can't. Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

If you have a goal that you don't feel you're achieving fast enough, the solution might be right in front of you. Jason gives you a framework to help you recognize that solution and move forward - fast! Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

The trendiest addition to the workplace lexicon is "lazy girl jobs," jobs that are high-paying and flexible— the foil of jobs defined by hustle culture. Jason recently got a business pitch from someone who rebuked lazy girl jobs. Jason explains what this pitch got wrong, and how to make your next pitch a success. Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, or book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Want a personalized investing portfolio from an AI investing assistant? Check out moneyassistant.com

Not everyone loves their work. But that doesn't mean you have to be miserable. Nicole offers five things you can do to enjoy your work more. Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Need a hand to get started with investing? Check out www.moneyassistant.com

Jason helps you solve your biggest work problem and unpacks why the real problem is probably not what you think it is. Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email [email protected] with a question, book them for coaching here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork Need a hand to get started with investing? Check out moneyassistant.com

If you're facing a work problem that feels insurmountable, you might think your only option is to quit. Today, Jason offers an alternative solution: a way to test if that problem is fixable.

Whether you're looking to hire an influencer, or become one, this episode is for you. Jason and Nicole help two callers: one wants to know how big of an audience he needs before he can monetize his content, and the other is an entrepreneur who is considering hiring an influencer for the first time. To dig into both sides of the business, Nicole and Jason call up Chris Detert, the Chief Communications Officer at Influential— the largest influencer marketing company in the world by revenue. Chris gives pro guidance on what brands should look for when working with influencers, how influencers can post branded content without feeling icky and how many followers you need in order to start making money from your content (the number will surprise you!).

What's in a name? As it turns out: a lot! Just ask the brand formerly known as Twitter. Today Nicole drops a special solo episode from her podcast Money Rehab, where she gives a listener a guide to brainstorming his brand name. Plus, she tells the story of an online bully who tried to sue her over a domain name. Yeah, you’re gonna want to buckle in for this one. To subscribe to Money Rehab, click here: https://link.chtbl.com/91jeLu8k

Jason and Nicole talk about a taboo topic in the work world: salary transparency. Should we be talking openly about how much we’re making? Nicole and Jason outline when transparency helps and when it hurts.