Episodes
You know that feeling of panic while you're waiting for an answer from a client or a boss? Jason does. But he has found the secret to stopping that panic in his tracks— and the secret is: what you don't know. Jason explains what the heck this means and how to use it next time you're freaking out.
Published 05/02/24
Published 05/02/24
You need an awesome team around you to help you reach your goals. But if you’re a small business owner or a solopreneur, you might not have big Fortune-500-money to throw at your dream employee. So… what do you do? Nicole and Jason asked this question to Adam Broda, a coach for mid-to-late career professionals, and he gives actionable steps small business owners can take to compete with big companies when it comes to acquiring talent.  Find your dream team on LinkedIn:...
Published 04/23/24
Change can feel scary— but with this short exercise from Jason, you can future-proof your career so that the only change that remains is opportunity. Today, Jason helps you do this exercise.
Published 04/18/24
If you want your company or employer to do more than just post a photo of the planet for Earth Day, Jason and Nicole have you covered. Today, they sit down with Tricia Carey, the Chief Commercial Officer of Renewcell, an award-winning textile-to-textile recycling company. In their conversation, Tricia shares insight into what meaningful actions companies can take to be more sustainable, whether carbon offsets actually work, and one specific thing everyone can do today to help the planet. To...
Published 04/16/24
Today, Jason shares the story of the worst thing that's ever happened to him— and what he did to turn it around. With this formula you can, too.
Published 04/11/24
When is it a bad idea to bring your romantic partner into your work? That is the question Nicole was trying to answer gracefully... until she made a super embarrassing mistake. Jason gives a framework to help you decide when your personal life and professional life should stay in separate lanes, and just for fun, they spontaneously call up a guy at the very center of Nicole's mistake.
Published 04/09/24
You’re ready to move on from something something— but you’re struggling to leave some small part behind, which is pleasurable and meaningful. You keep asking yourself, “Is this worth staying for?” Today, Jason will help you answer that question. And he starts with his own version of this problem. Are you ready to meet Drunk Party Jason?
Published 04/04/24
We know why the group project was always the most dreaded assignment in school: there was always one peer who didn't pitch in. Unfortunately, in the "real world," you'll meet the same kind of peers. Jason has a strategy that will help next time you need to work with someone who is challenging.
Published 04/01/24
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...
Published 03/28/24
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.
Published 03/26/24
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.
Published 03/21/24
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.
Published 03/14/24
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:...
Published 03/12/24
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.
Published 03/07/24
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?
Published 03/05/24
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.
Published 02/29/24
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:...
Published 02/27/24
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.
Published 02/22/24
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.
Published 02/20/24
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.
Published 02/15/24
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.
Published 02/13/24
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.
Published 02/08/24
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.
Published 02/06/24
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.
Published 02/01/24