Do you have a work problem? We have solutions. On Help Wanted, Entrepreneur editor in chief Jason Feifer and money expert Nicole Lapin... more
Want to attract new business? Or just build valuable relationships? Here’s one of the best ways: Give away your knowledge. This... more
Today, Jason and Nicole dig into two stories that seem very similar. Both stories center on couples who are fighting... more
No. Why is that teeny word so hard to say? Today, Nicole helps Jason craft the perfect response to someone... more
Here’s a secret hack to improve performance: use less of your brain. It’s a counterintuitive idea Jason stumbled upon, then... more
Today's caller has a problem: ever since she was promoted, her coworkers— who now report to her— have been giving... more
Jason has a formula to build trust in any conversation. It’s a formula that deepens personal conversations and advances professional... more
There are some bizarre headlines making the rounds in business news... but, beyond the headlines, there are some important lessons... more
There are lots of resources for taking care of your career after you've been laid off, but there are far... more
Your comfort zone can also be a trap. It’s too easy to stick with what you know. Why make yourself uncomfortable?... more
There are some wild stories in business news right now: a guy is suing a company because he misses his... more
You can't say yes to every opportunity, which begs the question: When should you say no? Today, Jason will give you... more
Today, Jason tells Nicole a story of a very recent— and very public— failure. He explains what happened, how he... more
You have the right stuff: You’re talented, smart, and good at what you do. But the right people aren’t noticing.... more
Jason and Nicole got a wonderfully crafted piece of constructive criticism from a listener: they swear too much on the... more
Have you ever asked for something — but were misunderstood? This happened to Jason recently and it triggered an an... more
Today’s caller has been slowly increasing her rates over time with market trends—except for one of her earliest clients, who's... more
Today Jason shares two strategies he uses to stop obsessing over small mistakes. He calls them Thinking Downward, and the... more
Today Nicole and Jason break down all things introductions— how to ask for one, how NOT to ask for one,... more
You’re trying to solve a problem. But you’re stumped. So you keep asking the same question: How do I do this... more
Today, Jason and Nicole explore a taboo topic: the give-and-take struggle between a demanding career and parenthood. Jason and Nicole... more
Trust is not binary, it's a gradient — and once you appreciate how it works, you can build (and maintain!) trust in... more
When the check comes at the end of a business dinner, who should pay? The bigger company? Does that even... more
Jason got a cold DM on LinkedIn that included a common ask that often creates friction. Today, Jason and Nicole... more
You want to do something new... But you’re hesitating, because you’re not sure if it’s the right thing to do. Today, Jason... more
Today's caller is fighting with her fiancé; he didn't include her in a business deal, but she feels *strongly* that... more
You’re trying to do something but don’t have… enough money. Enough time. Enough resources. Enough something. Today, Jason will reveal... more
The Paris Olympics are over, but Jason says that three surprising business lessons from viral Olympics moments live on. Today,... more
If you want to earn people's trust and respect, ask yourself: how are you using their time? Today, Jason explains... more
Listener Melissa calls the Help Line today because she's experiencing some analysis paralysis (haven't we all). Jason gives her a... more
When we solve problems, we often start with the easiest part… But that’s often the wrong approach. Every big problem... more
Today’s caller is watching his company go through a big change... and as a result, his work is feeling less... more
Jason is dealing with some haters right now. Here is how he's handling it, and how you can too.
What happens when you hire someone, and they charge way more than you expected? That happened to our caller, Kassi... more
Does self-promotion make you uncomfortable? Try this.
Some people might think that a personal brand is only important for entrepreneurs who are the face of their companies,... more
Does self-promotion make you uncomfortable? Today, Jason tells you how to get comfortable with the uncomfortable. Because if you don’t... more
Today's caller is tired of getting underpaid for gigs she doesn't even like. Jason and Nicole give strategies for finding— and... more
In every partnership, there will be disagreements. The key is to know how to find a path forward when there's... more
Getting rejected feels personal, but Jason believes it’s not. When someone tells you “no,” they're not saying no to you;... more
Today's caller had been asking to take on more responsibility at her work for about a decade - and she... more
So you want to (or have to) bootstrap your business. Nicole is self-funding the business that makes this very podcast,... more
Feeling pressure from colleagues? Jason has the cure and it all comes down to distinguishing between what people need from... more
Whether you're talking to a prospective client, or to your boss about a promotion, you'll be faced with the same... more
There have probably been many times when you’ve been impacted by someone else, and you’ve wished you could read their... more
If your boss is a nightmare... do you stay or do you go? Nicole and Jason can help you answer... more
In this episode, Jason reads an email from someone who so desperately wants their book published, that they've sent copies... more
Want to grow your social media following (for business or pleasure)? Entrepreneur and author GaryVee explains the major do's and... more
Feeling bored or stuck? Jason has a strategy that will help you find your next big thing.
Today, Jason shares a strategy that will help you do the thing you’re afraid of. To start, he’ll show you... more
Having to issue a public apology as a CEO is stressful... and that stress can lead to some bad choices.... more
Instead of your problems just costing you time, energy and maybe even money— your problems can become assets. Jason explains... more
Nicole received what is probably the worst sales email ever. To unpack what went so wrong— and how to get... more
You know that feeling of panic while you're waiting for an answer from a client or a boss? Jason does.... more
You need an awesome team around you to help you reach your goals. But if you’re a small business owner... more
Change can feel scary— but with this short exercise from Jason, you can future-proof your career so that the only... more
If you want your company or employer to do more than just post a photo of the planet for Earth... more
Today, Jason shares the story of the worst thing that's ever happened to him— and what he did to turn... more
When is it a bad idea to bring your romantic partner into your work? That is the question Nicole was... more
You’re ready to move on from something something— but you’re struggling to leave some small part behind, which is pleasurable... more
We know why the group project was always the most dreaded assignment in school: there was always one peer who... more
Finding new talent for your dream team is an incredible opportunity to make your work better— it's also a lot... more
Jason just collaborated with a bona fide jerk. Should he say anything? Nicole helps Jason map out his next steps,... more
It is so frustrating to be in a conversation that you really want to be meaningful... but you’re stuck in... more
Jason shares the true stories that teach us when the "fake it till you make it" culture works and when... more
Dating your office crush might seem like a recipe for disaster... until you meet colleagues-turned-spouses Kiera and Clint Carter. Today,... more
We’re told that our networks are our most valuable resource. But that’s a lot of pressure! You might worry: Do I... more
Between remote jobs, social media and new vocabulary to describe burnout, work looks different in 2024 than it did just... more
When things go wrong, here’s a question to ask yourself: “Did I just run an accidental experiment?” The answer might be... more
Today's caller (who you may recognize!) is ready to hire her business's first employee. The only problem is... she has... more
Responsiveness might be the easiest, simplest thing you can do to make people happy, show them respect, and create new... more
Jason was asked for a favor— but told that he couldn't expect a favor in return. Should he be annoyed?... more
Personal brands are no longer just for influencers. We can all benefit from having a personal brand—a strength that we're... more
Hot take: there’s nothing more dangerous than a thing that sorta still works. Today, Jason helps you fix it… and... more
Nicole recently almost did a deal with one of her friends... until that friend pulled out of the deal. Now,... more
The first step towards any change is asking yourself: “Is this worth the risk?” There’s no way to guarantee success,... more
Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, there’s always more to be done? Jason does. Today, he’ll... more
You may know Kat Von D from Miami Ink and LA Ink, but she is so much more than what... more
Today's caller is a personal trainer who wants help growing her social media audience so that she can find new... more
Today, Jason gives you a simple way to make progress when you’re feeling stuck. Because you may feel like you've... more
Do you have a sneaking suspicion your coworker is mad at you? At best, this feeling can darken your day.... more
'Tis the season to set goals for the New Year. But the way we create our goals often sets us... more
To celebrate the new year, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you... more
As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your... more
As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your... more
As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your... more
As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your... more
As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your... more
The tradition of exchanging gifts is not something Jason and Nicole can get on the same page about. So, they... more
Today, Jason teaches you how to chill out… while getting everything important done. Because for all the wild stories out... more
Today's caller Mike runs a production studio and wants to know if top-of-the-line equipment will set him apart from other... more
When you screw up one thing, you feel like you screwed up everything. But Jason has a different way of... more
Jason is in the middle of doing so many favors for friends that he's struggling to find time to do... more
Happy Thanksgiving! Today, Jason and Nicole are giving thanks for the true stories of their most panic-inducing failures. Why? They... more
Having big goals and big dreams can foster dissatisfaction with what you already have— but that can cost you your... more
If you’re having a tricky time communicating at work, Jason has a solution: he calls it “bricks and mortar” —... more
Today's caller is getting a divorce from her husband... and her husband also happens to be her business partner. She... more
There's nothing more maddening than working super hard towards a goal... and still not be where you want to be.... more
You work hard. You deserve a break. But if you try to take one, you can't shake the nagging feeling: I... more
Nicole knows LinkedIn is a good tool for advancing her work, but when it comes to using that tool effectively?... more
Your To Do list is probably full of things that you believe you need to do in order to make... more
A lot of folks will tell you that you can use a new job offer as leverage to ask your... more
We're all waiting for someone— for a reply, an approval, an answer— we're all on the edge of our seats... more
Multiple people have lost their jobs after making insensitive comments about Israel on social media. Our listeners asked: Is that... more
Today, Jason and Nicole tackle a question the whole internet is asking: should we be talking about politics on social... more
The strategy behind asking to be paid what your worth is like every Goldilocks story— you don't want to ask... more
You’re stuck in the hot seat. Maybe you’re giving a presentation. Or are being interviewed for a job. And someone... more
You've heard of the friend zone but have you heard of... the business zone? The place you relegate the first... more
You already know that comparison is the thief of joy. I don’t need to tell you that — and anyway,... more
Jason and Nicole get a call on the Help Line from a woman who is looking at a stack of... more
Are you waiting for something you want so badly that you can't focus on anything else? If you answered, "heck... more
Building a community has always been of interest for companies wanting to build their workplace culture, but now the idea... more
There are days when we don't accomplish everything we want to. We all have them. And it feels wrong... but... more
Today's caller is ambitious, but every time she wants to level up, she questions whether she deserves it. Jason and... more
Nicole shares the two words you should be saying more at work; the second will surprise you! Want one-on-one business and... more
Self-publishing a book is easier than ever, but getting people to actually buy that book? Not so easy. Listener Tremont's... more
If you don't have all the pieces you need to achieve what it is you want to achieve, it could... more
If you have a goal that you don't feel you're achieving fast enough, the solution might be right in front... more
The trendiest addition to the workplace lexicon is "lazy girl jobs," jobs that are high-paying and flexible— the foil of... more
Not everyone loves their work. But that doesn't mean you have to be miserable. Nicole offers five things you can do... more
Jason helps you solve your biggest work problem and unpacks why the real problem is probably not what you think... more
If you're facing a work problem that feels insurmountable, you might think your only option is to quit. Today, Jason... more
Whether you're looking to hire an influencer, or become one, this episode is for you. Jason and Nicole help two callers:... more
What's in a name? As it turns out: a lot! Just ask the brand formerly known as Twitter. Today Nicole drops... more
Jason and Nicole talk about a taboo topic in the work world: salary transparency. Should we be talking openly about... more
Today, we have two people calling the Help Line: Nicole and Jason. They are negotiating business deals with people they... more
The boom of online courses, coaching and consulting has opened up a new revenue stream for anyone with a teachable... more
Listener Ela is calling the Help Line because she gets overwhelmed by guilt and anxiety whenever clients ask for her... more
Do you have the entrepreneurial itch? That impulse to quit your nine-to-five and start your own thing— any thing? That’s... more
Happy 4th of July! To celebrate, here's one of our favorite episodes from earlier this year. Sooner or later, you're going... more
You've probably gotten the career advice, "go big or go home." But taking that approach 100% of the time just... more
So you want to (or have to) bootstrap your business. Nicole is self-funding the business that makes this very podcast,... more
Say you're working on something that could be really great, but you need help to get it there. This happened... more
Nicole had a great appearance on Good Morning America… until she made one tiny mistake that she can’t stop thinking... more
With Father’s Day coming up, Jason got to wondering how much parents can set their kids up for career satisfaction... more
When giving advice to loved ones, the temptation is to just tell them what they want to hear. But that's... more
Imagine you're the CEO and co-founder of a startup that's struggling to grow. Then, someone gives you a PowerPoint presentation... more
You've probably heard business leaders attribute their success to "never taking no for an answer." But, plot twist: sometimes you... more
Today's caller was just promoted and is now managing people she used to work with side-by-side. And it's awkward! She's... more
Today's caller had been asking to take on more responsibility at her work for about a decade - and she... more
Today, Jason walks you through how to feel like your work is important. Because it is. And he'll prove it.
Today's guest Lauren told herself that she needed to be doing more— until a medical diagnosis gave her "a slap... more
Okay, so insults don't always *feel* awesome, but you can use them to your advantage. Jason shows you how.
Today's listener has a small Instagram following— and it cost her a job opportunity. In our current work culture, is... more
Picture this: you come face-to-face with someone who really wronged you... what do you do? Jason and Nicole have both... more
Getting a crummy evaluation from your boss is no fun; but giving a crummy evaluation is nearly as difficult. Today's listener is... more
In today's episode, Nicole and Jason are joined by a founder Nicole critiqued on this very podcast. Tea! This conversation... more
You have a hard decision to make. In front of you are two choices. Both are scary. Neither is perfect.... more
According to a study by The Harris Poll last year, fifty percent of Americans want to make a career change.... more
Everyone wants a mentor, but what if the relationship goes sour? That’s the question stumping today’s listener. Jason gives his... more
In Nicole's experience, networking and building relationships has been the single most valuable resource for her career. But let's be... more
Today's listener works at a big law firm, but is tempted by success stories of entrepreneurial friends who have started their own... more
This episode turns into a Sliding Doors special; today's helpline caller worked with Jason at a local newspaper over two... more
Today's caller wants to apply for a particular job, but he doesn't have all of the qualifications required. Should he... more
Today, Nicole rings the helpline to get Jason's advice: she's struggling with overwhelming stress around making sales calls for the very... more
Running a business with friends can be a whole lot of fun.... until it's not. Today's caller wants to know:... more
Nicole gives you three steps to take your woodworking/travel blog/macrame empire from part-time to big-time.
Can you live “happily ever after” if you and your partner have completely different definitions of work-life balance? That’s the... more
No one likes to think about getting laid off, but the worst-case scenario is that you get laid off and... more
Today’s guest sent Jason a cold DM over LinkedIn pitching himself for a writing gig. There was just one little... more
What if all of your money vanished overnight? That's the reality for founders who banked with Silicon Valley Bank, a... more
Today’s guest sent Jason a cold DM over LinkedIn pitching himself for a writing gig. There was just one little problem with... more