

Help Wanted
Money News Network
Do you have a work problem? We have solutions.On Help Wanted, Entrepreneur editor in chief Jason Feifer and money expert Nicole Lapin help you stay ahead of the curve and make money doing what you love — no matter if you’re trying to impress your boss, or if you ARE the boss.Want some help? Email helpwanted@moneynewsnetwork.com for a chance to have your work question answered on the show!
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Oct 23, 2025 • 17min
What 75,000 People Regret
Jason asked his readers one question: What do you regret most? And the answers poured in. This week, Jason shares some of those stories not to dwell on the past, but to help us all feel a little lighter about it. From missed opportunities to money mistakes to “what if” moments, this episode breaks down five powerful strategies for handling regret and turning it into forward motion.

Oct 21, 2025 • 39min
Funny Business: Lessons From a Carrier Pigeon Publicity Stunt, LeBron's Big "Announcement" and the In-N-Out Lawsuit
There are some bizarre headlines making the rounds in business news... but, beyond the headlines, there are some important lessons on the line between building buzz and eroding trust, how to find meaning in your work, and brand integrity. Today, Jason and Nicole mine those lessons from the weirdo headlines.

Oct 16, 2025 • 10min
The Cure for Regret
Do past mistakes keep you up at night? They used to haunt Jason, too. That is, until he discovered a surprising way to shrink regret down to size. In this episode, he shares how to stop replaying the “what ifs” and start feeling lighter about the choices that got you here.

Oct 14, 2025 • 43min
"Should I Bootstrap My Business or Fundraise? Help!"
So you want to (or have to) bootstrap your business. Nicole is self-funding the business that makes this very podcast, and she will tell you: it is not easy. To share best-practices around protecting your bottom line and mental health, Nicole and Jason are joined by Christina Stembel, who has self-funded her business Farmgirl Flowers.
Learn more about Christina and her biz here: https://farmgirlflowers.com/about
Originally aired on 06.19.2024

Oct 9, 2025 • 9min
The Most Important Word is Yes
Want to live a life you’re proud of at 90? Start saying yes. In this episode, Jason shares the essay that changed his perspective forever. (Click here and scroll down to see the very awkward photo of him at 22 that proves he actually practices what he preaches.) Because yes may feel risky or even cringe, but it’s also the only way to build memories, create opportunities, and discover what you’re truly capable of.

Oct 7, 2025 • 34min
"Imposter Syndrome Is Stunting My Growth. Help!"
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.

Oct 2, 2025 • 9min
How to Get People’s Attention, Guaranteed
Jason sat down with Shark Tank’s Robert Herjavec and learned a sales technique so simple and so unexpected that it can change the way you pitch, present, and connect with anyone. He unpacks how it works, why it’s unforgettable, and how you can use it everywhere in your life. You may even find the results shocking.

Sep 30, 2025 • 30min
"How Could This Bad Email Be Improved? Help!"
Today, Jason and Nicole dissect a real cold email their Producer Morgan received— and it's not pretty. They talk about what went wrong, and how to write an email that people actually respond to.

Sep 25, 2025 • 8min
How to Stop Deciding and Start Experimenting
Big decisions can feel paralyzing because we treat every choice like a lifelong commitment. But what if you stopped thinking in terms of permanence, and instead saw each new step as an experiment? Suddenly, risk becomes data, failure becomes progress, and every move teaches you something useful.

Sep 23, 2025 • 20min
"Should I Not Post Photos Of My Kids Online? Help!"
Today, Nicole and Jason are tackling a question that parents are increasingly struggling with: is it bad to post photo of my kids online? Nicole has decided not to post photos of her daughter, but Jason has a framework that helps him determine what's appropriate to post. Would you follow this framework? Listen to find out!
Listen to the Money Rehab episode on the risks of posting photos of your kids online.


