Shows / Help Wanted
Help Wanted
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!
Episodes
- Help Wanted
"No One Is Buying My Product. Help!"
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…
- Help Wanted
How To Feel Like You Finally "Made It"
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 of…
- Help Wanted
How To Write a Bestselling Book
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 successful…
- Help Wanted
Why You Should Network Like Goldilocks
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 same time…
- Help Wanted
Four Ways To Create More Time in Your Day
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. Learn more about your ad…
- Help Wanted
Can You Challenge Feedback Without Being A Jerk?
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 feedback that…
- Help Wanted
The Secret to Perfecting Public Speaking
Research shows that most people experience anxiety around public speaking... but Jason has your back! He gives you four strategies that will help you ace your…
- Help Wanted
You Should Be a Sellout. Here's Why.
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 people…
- Help Wanted
Disappointing Day? Here's How To Feel Better Instantly
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— and Jason…
- Help Wanted
Help! How Do I Negotiate A Bigger Salary?
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 imminent…
- Help Wanted
When Lying Is a Legit Career Tool
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…
- Help Wanted
Is It Quitting Time?
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 you the…
- Help Wanted
No, AI Won’t Take Your Job (Yet)
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: the…
- Help Wanted
How To Set Boundaries Without Setting Limitations
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…
- Help Wanted
How to Overcome the Fear of Doing Something New
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 first date and…
- Help Wanted
Want Something? Here's How to Ask!
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 show you what…
- Help Wanted
The Help Line is Open!
Jason Feifer (Entrepreneur editor in chief) and Nicole Lapin (money expert and New York Times Bestselling author) are back with a new podcast all about solving…
Help WantedHow Do I Find A Job When Nobody's Hiring?
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 desirable to…
Help WantedCan I Be Self-Promotional Even During a Pandemic?
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 promotional…
Help WantedDo I Save My Money Or Pay Down My Debt?
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 possible…
Help WantedHow Can I Start A Side Hustle?
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 to get…
Help WantedWhat Should I Do With My Savings?
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 discuss…
Help WantedHow Can I Stay Productive Right Now?
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 strategies…
Help WantedWhat Can I Negotiate To Save Money Now?
Budgets are tight, so how can you bring down your costs? Negotiate! Almost everything is negotiable—including your rent, car payments, cable fee, and even your…
Help WantedI Got Laid Off During COVID-19. Now What?
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 breakdown of…
Help Wanted"How Do You Approach Tax Deductions?" with James Altucher
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 episode, Jason…
Help Wanted"Should Couples Combine Their Finances?" with Katie Sturino
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 couple…
Help Wanted“Should You Treat Yourself to Expensive Things?” with Bobbi Brown
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-end cars on the…
Help Wanted“Should Tipping Be Included?” with The Points Guy CEO Brian Kelly
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’d be happy…
Help Wanted“Can You Opt Out of Gifting?” with Andrew Zimmern
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 everything her…
Help Wanted“Should You Get a Pre-Nup?” with Dr. Oz & Lisa Oz
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 reveals if…
Help Wanted“What Do You Do With That Broke Friend?” with comedian Jared Freid
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 gladly pay for…
Help Wanted"Should You Have a Secret Account?” with Bar Rescue’s Jon Taffer
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, Nicole argues…
Help Wanted“Is Debt A Dealbreaker?” with Hill Harper
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 a woman…
Help Wanted“When Do You Ask For A Raise?” with Baked By Melissa’s Melissa Ben-Ishay
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 cupcake queen…
Help Wanted“Do You Loan Money to Friends?” with Impractical Jokers’ Murr
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 whether to…
Help Wanted“Who Pays On a First Date?” with Sex With Emily’s Emily Morse
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 meaning of…
Help Wanted"When Do You Stop Taking Your Parents’ Money?” with The Betches
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 reveals to…
Help Wanted"Should You Work with Family?" with Rebecca Minkoff
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 to do…