Finding new talent for your dream team is an incredible opportunity to make your work better— it's also a lot of pressure! To get advice on how to hire the right person for your team, Nicole and Jason phone a friend: hiring expert Bonnie Dilber. Bonnie tells us everything we want to know when it comes to making a great hire — who to interview, what to ask them, and even what to do if you’re feeling nervous. Follow Bonnie's work here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnie-dilber/ Ready to find your ...
Mar 28, 2024•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jason just collaborated with a bona fide jerk. Should he say anything? Nicole helps Jason map out his next steps, and gives you the framework to decide when to push back.
Mar 26, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast It is so frustrating to be in a conversation that you really want to be meaningful... but you’re stuck in the small talk zone. Jason shares what’s going wrong in these moments— and how you can fix it. He explains how he drives conversations with anyone he wants to know better. And it all starts with… The Rock.
Mar 21, 2024•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 can use when deciding if lying is fair game.
Mar 14, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dating your office crush might seem like a recipe for disaster... until you meet colleagues-turned-spouses Kiera and Clint Carter. Today, Jason and Nicole talk to Kiera and Clint about the conversations they had early on that made them confident moving forward with their relationship, what advice they would give anyone considering asking their colleague out, how to avoid being office gossip, and when dating a colleague might actually be a good thing. To read Kiera's work, click here: https://www...
Mar 12, 2024•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast We’re told that our networks are our most valuable resource. But that’s a lot of pressure! You might worry: Do I know the right people? How can I meet more of them? Today, Jason offers a different way to think about your network — one that doesn’t treat it like some asset or a collection on a shelf, and that doesn’t feel like a failure if you’re lacking that perfect collaborator.
Mar 07, 2024•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Between remote jobs, social media and new vocabulary to describe burnout, work looks different in 2024 than it did just a few years ago. Today, Nicole and Jason answer questions on FAQs on new work norms, like: should you follow your boss on Instagram? And, when is it okay to turn off your camera on a Zoom meeting?
Mar 05, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast When things go wrong, here’s a question to ask yourself: “Did I just run an accidental experiment?” The answer might be yes. And once you realize this, you’ll feel a lot better. Today, Jason shares why it works — starting with a big mistake he made.
Feb 29, 2024•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today's caller (who you may recognize!) is ready to hire her business's first employee. The only problem is... she has no idea how to start! What is the first role she should fill? And where does she find the person to fill that role? To help this caller make progress, Jason shares a foolproof equation from author and entrepreneur Dan Martell that will help you easily build your dream team. Join today's caller and create your first posting on LinkedIn Jobs today! To get started, visit: https://l...
Feb 27, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Responsiveness might be the easiest, simplest thing you can do to make people happy, show them respect, and create new opportunities. But, responsiveness is also hard and time-consuming — so to do it right, we need a good strategy. Today, Jason offers answers — about what people get wrong about responsiveness, why it’s so important, and how you can improve.
Feb 22, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jason was asked for a favor— but told that he couldn't expect a favor in return. Should he be annoyed? Or is he expecting too much? Today, Nicole shares with Jason how she builds relationships that are mutually beneficial.
Feb 20, 2024•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast Personal brands are no longer just for influencers. We can all benefit from having a personal brand—a strength that we're known for, that makes people think of us. Today, Jason shares a two-part formula for building your personal brand.
Feb 15, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today’s caller is watching his company go through a big change... and as a result, his work is feeling less meaningful. Jason and Nicole help him realize that he's been looking for a solution in all the wrong places, and give their tips on how to make your voice heard at work.
Feb 13, 2024•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hot take: there’s nothing more dangerous than a thing that sorta still works. Today, Jason helps you fix it… and he starts by sharing my own small, sorta-still-works thing that caused him years of pain.
Feb 08, 2024•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 06, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Feb 01, 2024•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today Nicole and Jason break down all things introductions— how to ask for one, how NOT to ask for one, and what to say if someone asks for an intro you don't want to give. They give you the steps you should take every time you make an intro, and they start by talking about the weirdest intro Jason has ever been a part of.
Jan 30, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 25, 2024•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Jan 23, 2024•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast You have the right stuff: You’re talented, smart, and good at what you do. But the right people aren’t noticing. So here’s a terrible truth you must take seriously: You are a high-quality person, but you can’t compete on quality alone. Today, Jason shows you how to get noticed another way.
Jan 18, 2024•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Jan 16, 2024•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Jan 11, 2024•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 09, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast '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 04, 2024•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Jan 02, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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://ki...
Dec 28, 2023•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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. Today's guest Lauren told herself that she needed to be doing more— until a medical diagnosis gave her "a slap in the face." Burnout has commanded the workplace zeitgeist over the last few years… but even though we’re talking about burnout more often, workplace culture hasn't made a lot of progress. But Lauren has. Jason was inspired by Lauren's story and wante...
Dec 26, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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. 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 for advice. Then they discover a shocker: Her problem isn't at all what she thought! Originally aired 3/23/23
Dec 22, 2023•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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. Running a business with friends can be a whole lot of fun.... until it's not. Today's caller wants to know: how can you protect against business hurting a friendship? To learn more about Word on the Block, check 'em out: https://www.wordontheblock.biz/ Originally aired 3/30/23
Dec 19, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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. This episode turns into a Sliding Doors special; today's helpline caller worked with Jason at a local newspaper over two decades ago. Since then, his career hasn't had the linear upward trajectory he hoped for— which has left him making about half the salary he wants. Today, Jason and Nicole break down how to play catch-up.
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