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Episodes
“My Boyfriend Will Dump Me Unless I Work Less. Help!"
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can you live “happily ever after” if you and your partner have completely different definitions of work-life balance? That’s the listener questi...
Are You About To Be Laid Off?
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No one likes to think about getting laid off, but the worst-case scenario is that you get laid off and it takes you completely by surprise. A better s...
"Everyone Ignores My Emails. Help!"
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest sent Jason a cold DM over LinkedIn pitching himself for a writing gig. There was just one little problem with his initial message. Jas...
This Founder's Funds are Frozen at Silicon Valley Bank. Here's Her Crisis Management 101.
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What if all of your money vanished overnight? That's the reality for founders who banked with Silicon Valley Bank, a popular institution for startups,...
Laid Off? Here’s What to Do Next.
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of employees have been laid off so far in 2023. If you're one of them, Jason has actionable steps you can take to keep moving your career ah...
“I Want to Negotiate Higher Pay. Help!”
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s caller gets overwhelmed by guilt and anxiety whenever clients ask for her project rate… so she often lowballs herself. That ends today! Ni...
The Foolproof Way to Slide Into Someone's DMs
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Turns out, you can build relationships with industry leaders by sliding into their DMs. Today, a special guest deconstructs how he successfully used s...
How to Make Your Work Relationships Better
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From The Beatles, to Mark Zuckerberg and Eduardo Saverin, to any high school group project: there are endless examples of partnerships gone wrong. T...
"No One Is Buying My Product. Help!"
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 f...
How To Feel Like You Finally "Made It"
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Nicole discover a shared secret: neither of them feel like they've "made it." As it turns out, this is super normal. We all have moments o...
How To Write a Bestselling Book
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you "have a book in you?" If so, you should: 1) Probably get that checked out and 2) Listen here for Jason's five tips on writing a s...
Why You Should Network Like Goldilocks
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Believe it or not, it is possible to oversell yourself when networking. Jason calls it "story inflation"— and you don't want to do it. But at the sa...
Four Ways To Create More Time in Your Day
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There aren't enough hours in the day... unless you make some more. Jason shows you how to pull this off with four savvy strategies.
Can You Challenge Feedback Without Being A Jerk?
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Nicole give their do's and don'ts of taking feedback gracefully. And, they walk their producer through crafting an email reply to some feedb...
The Secret to Perfecting Public Speaking
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows that most people experience anxiety around public speaking... but Jason has your back! He gives you four strategies that will help you...
You Should Be a Sellout. Here's Why.
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Nicole respond to an email from a reporter who wants to pursue higher-paid opportunities outside of his local gig. But, he is worried that ...
Disappointing Day? Here's How To Feel Better Instantly
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had high hopes for your work, only to have those hopes... crushed? It's the worst feeling. But, it truly happens to the best of us— a...
Help! How Do I Negotiate A Bigger Salary?
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Want to know how to leverage a new opportunity and make more money? Listen and learn! Jason and Nicole call up a listener who needs help rehearsing an...
When Lying Is a Legit Career Tool
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jason shares the true stories that teach us when the "fake it till you make it" culture works and when it fails. Then, he shares a rule of thumb you c...
Is It Quitting Time?
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Nicole have quit jobs and have had jobs quit them. In today's episode, they tell you those colorful and semi-embarrassing stories, and give ...
No, AI Won’t Take Your Job (Yet)
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To test whether AI bots can replace writers, Jason tasks an AI bot with writing today's episode... about AI bots replacing writers. And, spoiler alert...
How To Set Boundaries Without Setting Limitations
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
How to Overcome the Fear of Doing Something New
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever wished there was a hack to help when the fear of trying something new hits, you’re in luck! Jason shares how, through an awkward f...
Want Something? Here's How to Ask!
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sooner or later, you're going to need to ask for a favor that will advance your career. We all do… but we don't all do it well. Jason and Nicole sho...
The Help Line is Open!
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Feifer (Entrepreneur editor in chief) and Nicole Lapin (money expert and New York Times Bestselling author) are back with a new podcast all abou...
How Do I Find A Job When Nobody's Hiring?
10 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You can still build your career, even if your job or internship disappeared. Nicole and Jason give tips on who's hiring, how to make yourself desirab...
Can I Be Self-Promotional Even During a Pandemic?
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Self promotion makes people uncomfortable, but you better get used to it — because it's the best tool you have. Jason and Nicole explain how to be p...
Do I Save My Money Or Pay Down My Debt?
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Say you have an extra $50. Should it become part of your emergency fund or help knock down your credit card bill? Nicole walks us through three possib...
How Can I Start A Side Hustle?
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, you really can make money during a crisis. You can also set yourself up for great success later. In this episode, Jason and Nicole talk about how...
What Should I Do With My Savings?
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you have a retirement account, a savings account, or just some cash socked away. Should you spend (or invest) any of that now? Nicole and Jason ...
How Can I Stay Productive Right Now?
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How much should you work during lockdown? Should you push yourself towards burnout, or just step back and chill out? Nicole and Jason share their stra...
What Can I Negotiate To Save Money Now?
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Budgets are tight, so how can you bring down your costs? Negotiate! Almost everything is negotiable—including your rent, car payments, cable fee, an...
I Got Laid Off During COVID-19. Now What?
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If your paycheck has disappeared during the COVID-19 pandemic, there's plenty you can do. Nicole and Jason offer a ton of resources—including a brea...
"How Do You Approach Tax Deductions?" with James Altucher
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Though filing taxes may not be the most exciting thing to do, it’s actually a great way to get back the money you deserve. In this special bonus epi...
"Should Couples Combine Their Finances?" with Katie Sturino
22 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you share a life, should you also share your bank account? Nicole and Jason hear from a woman who almost made a horrible mistake, debate if a cou...
“Should You Treat Yourself to Expensive Things?” with Bobbi Brown
06 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are luxury goods worth the cost—or, let’s be honest, are you just showing off? Nicole and Jason hear from a man who figured out how to buy high-en...
“Should Tipping Be Included?” with The Points Guy CEO Brian Kelly
30 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Nobody can agree on the rules for tipping—so should we get rid of it? Nicole and Jason debate the best way to tip, hear from a Starbucks barista who...
“Can You Opt Out of Gifting?” with Andrew Zimmern
23 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you don’t like giving gifts, can you just not buy any? Nicole and Jason debate the importance of gift-giving, hear from a woman who hates everyth...
“Should You Get a Pre-Nup?” with Dr. Oz & Lisa Oz
16 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Pre-nups are on the rise among millennials. Is that a good or bad thing? Jason and Nicole debate the deeper meaning of a prenuptial agreement, Jason r...
“What Do You Do With That Broke Friend?” with comedian Jared Freid
09 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You want to see your friends, but they can’t afford dinner. What do you do? Jason says it’s time for some tough love, Nicole explains why she’ll...
"Should You Have a Secret Account?” with Bar Rescue’s Jon Taffer
02 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Many people have bank accounts they hide from their significant other. Is that a good thing? Jason talks to a woman who’s hidden all her savings, Ni...
“Is Debt A Dealbreaker?” with Hill Harper
25 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Would you date someone with debt? If you got married, would you help them pay it off? Jason and Nicole debate what debt says about a person, hear how ...
“When Do You Ask For A Raise?” with Baked By Melissa’s Melissa Ben-Ishay
18 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We work hard… so how do we get more money? Nicole has a detailed plan to get the raise you want, Jason urges people to quit their jobs, and then cup...
“Do You Loan Money to Friends?” with Impractical Jokers’ Murr
11 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It feels good to help out a friend… but what happens if they don’t pay you back? Jason and Nicole learn about a friendship ruined over $49, debate...
“Who Pays On a First Date?” with Sex With Emily’s Emily Morse
04 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We aren’t living in traditional times. So what are the new dating rules? Nicole and Jason hear some dating horror stories and talk about the deeper ...
"When Do You Stop Taking Your Parents’ Money?” with The Betches
28 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is it okay if your parents pay your rent? What if they pay for dinner? And are millennials really as entitled and coddled as everyone says? Jason reve...
"Should You Work with Family?" with Rebecca Minkoff
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What would you do if you hired your sibling, but now have to fire them? Jason and Nicole debate whether to keep business and family separate and what ...