Help Wanted

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 helpwanted@moneynewsnetwork.com 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/helpwantedTired of pricey cell phone bills? Get a Mint Mobile plan for $15/month using code HELPWANTED at: http://mintmobile.com/HELPWANTEDWant 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.