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

Thousands of employees have been laid off so far in 2023. If you're one of them, Jason has actionable steps... more

Today’s caller gets overwhelmed by guilt and anxiety whenever clients ask for her project rate… so she often lowballs herself.... more

Turns out, you can build relationships with industry leaders by sliding into their DMs. Today, a special guest deconstructs how... more

From The Beatles, to Mark Zuckerberg and Eduardo Saverin, to any high school group project: there are endless examples of partnerships gone... more

Have you ever dreamed of creating a product? What if you launch it... and nobody cares? That's the problem facing... more