

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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Feb 6, 2024 • 29min
"Should I Tell My Coworker She Hurt My Feelings? Help!"
Nicole recently almost did a deal with one of her friends... until that friend pulled out of the deal. Now, Nicole has an emotional email sitting in her drafts: should she send it? Today, Jason shares the thought exercise he applies before sending any email he's not sure about.

Feb 1, 2024 • 13min
How to Decide Whether to Take That Risk
The first step towards any change is asking yourself: “Is this worth the risk?” There’s no way to guarantee success, unfortunately — but there is something important that you’re not considering that can help you take that step. Today, Jason will help you consider it. And to start, he shares how this helped someone land a big job... and escape their haunted past.

Jan 25, 2024 • 13min
How to Get More Done — While Reducing Your Stress
Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, there’s always more to be done? Jason does. Today, he’ll share what he’s done to settle down… and enjoy life while still being productive.It all starts with some incredible advice from Shonda Rhimes...

Jan 23, 2024 • 41min
Kat Von D on Good Business and Bad Contracts
You may know Kat Von D from Miami Ink and LA Ink, but she is so much more than what you saw on TV.As a kid, Kat felt like an outsider— but through her music, tattoos and business, she created a community for others who grew up feeling the same way. On MNN's Money Maker, Kat tells host Nely Galán the story of her meteoric rise; from mohawks in church, to opening up her first tattoo shop, to regrettable contracts, to peace and sobriety. Her story is for anyone looking for the tools to turn their passion into a career.Find more conversations like these on the Money Maker | Mi Mundo Rico pod. Click here to subscribe: https://link.chtbl.com/_9U0OQh1?sid=MMWant 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

Jan 16, 2024 • 36min
"Wait, I Shouldn't Use Social Media For My Brand? Help!"
Today's caller is a personal trainer who wants help growing her social media audience so that she can find new clients. Jason and Nicole tell her she's looking for the solution to her problem in all the wrong places. Instead, they give her the client acquisition cheat code that anyone can use at home.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

Jan 11, 2024 • 11min
How to Find New Solutions When You're Feeling Stuck
Today, Jason gives you a simple way to make progress when you’re feeling stuck. Because you may feel like you've hit a wall— but you haven't. You can move forward. You just need to ask yourself an important question. In this episode, Jason shares that question.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

Jan 9, 2024 • 28min
“I Think My Colleague Hates Me. Help!”
Do you have a sneaking suspicion your coworker is mad at you? At best, this feeling can darken your day. At worst, this feeling can turn your workplace into a toxic environment. Jason and Nicole tell you how to handle this hunch, using a very personal example: a time Nicole thought Jason hated her!

Jan 4, 2024 • 11min
The Greatest Mistake People Make When Setting Goals
'Tis the season to set goals for the New Year. But the way we create our goals often sets us up for failure. Today, Jason helps you set goals you can actually reach — by avoiding the goals that’ll drag you down. And to start, he’ll tell you about the goal he hears all the time… and why he keeps telling people to ditch it.

Jan 2, 2024 • 27min
"Is It OK For My Boss To Text Me at 11pm? Help!"
To celebrate the new year, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your goals in the new year. 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 boundaries can keep employees from getting promoted and employers from getting their needs met. Today, Jason and Nicole give you the right approach. To test their strategy, they pull their producer into the conversation to get straight feedback on the example they've set. Originally aired 2023-01-10

Dec 28, 2023 • 24min
"What Do I Say To Tough Feedback? Help!" (Encore)
As 2024 approaches, Nicole and Jason are sharing some of their favorite episodes of 2023 to help you achieve your goals in the new year. In today's episode, Nicole and Jason are joined by a founder Nicole critiqued on this very podcast. Tea! This conversation could have gone one of two ways, but how this founder responds is *chef's kiss* perfection. This conversation will leave you with a script you can use next time you get some tough feedback.Find the most excellent Kim Kaupe here: https://kimkaupe.com/Originally aired 5/2/23


