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Self-publishing a book is easier than ever, but getting people to actually buy that book? Not so easy. Listener Tremont's solution is to throw a launch party. But Jason and Nicole say, forget the launch party, there are more meaningful steps that any aspiring best-selling author should take to make their launch a success. Intrigued by Tremont's side hustle? Check out his book here: https://www.ama...

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 scenario (although still a sucky one), is to get laid off, but be prepared to chase your next opportunity. Today, Nicole shares six signs that your company might be announcing layoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're laid off, Jason has actionable steps you can take to keep moving your career ahead. Plus, Jason sits down with Jonathan Salant (on his last day of work!), after being recently laid off from his post as the sole journalist in Washington reporting on New Jersey politics. Jason and Jonathan describe the bigger picture of what's at stake during the most recent wave of layoffs— and how you ca...

Nicole shares the two words you should be saying more at work; the second will surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s caller gets overwhelmed by guilt and anxiety whenever clients ask for her project rate… so she often lowballs herself. That ends today! Nicole talks her through a strategy that you can use when negotiating for the pay you deserve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you don't have all the pieces you need to achieve what it is you want to achieve, it could stop you in your tracks— but it shouldn't. Jason has a mantra that will help you move forward, even when you feel like you can't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turns out, you can build relationships with industry leaders by sliding into their DMs. Today, a special guest deconstructs how he successfully used social media to build his network. Plus, you'll learn exactly what to say when trying this at home.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have a goal that you don't feel you're achieving fast enough, the solution might be right in front of you. Jason gives you a framework to help you recognize that solution and move forward - fast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From The Beatles, to Mark Zuckerberg and Eduardo Saverin, to any high school group project: there are endless examples of partnerships gone wrong. Today, Jason and Nicole share a foolproof blueprint for a productive relationship, whether you’re working with a business partner, or a romantic partner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not everyone loves their work. But that doesn't mean you have to be miserable. Nicole offers five things you can do to enjoy your work more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Jason walks you through how to feel like your work is important. Because it is. And he'll prove it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’re stuck between two bad options: Something unsatisfying but familiar. Something scary and unknown. Today, Jason will help you clarify a difficult choice — and he’ll show you how it works through a real-life example his friend lived through. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's caller is fighting with her fiancé; he didn't include her in a business deal, but she feels *strongly* that he should have. Today, the caller is joined by her fiancé to explain the situation so Nicole and Jason can determine which of them is right, and how couples should handle joint opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicole gives you three steps to take your woodworking/travel blog/macrame empire from part-time to big-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trendiest addition to the workplace lexicon is "lazy girl jobs," jobs that are high-paying and flexible— the foil of jobs defined by hustle culture. Jason recently got a business pitch from someone who rebuked lazy girl jobs. Jason explains what this pitch got wrong, and how to make your next pitch a success. Want one-on-one business and money coaching from Jason or Nicole? Email helpwanted@mo...

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. Learn more a...

Nicole received what is probably the worst sales email ever. To unpack what went so wrong— and how to get it right, Nicole and Jason are joined by MNN's very own sales lead, Will Stein. Will shares the tips and tricks he uses to send outreach emails that move conversations and relationships forward— rather than emails that get moved... to Junk Mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

If you’re having a tricky time communicating at work, Jason has a solution: he calls it “bricks and mortar” — and it is the single most important insight he’s had as a communicator. He explains how to use it next time you need to hold someone's attention at work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Jason takes the guest through a masterclass in cold outreach and gives you hacks you can use to write emails that people actually respond to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Jason and Nicole dissect a real cold email their Producer Morgan received— and it's not pretty. They talk about what went wrong, and how to write an email that people actually respond to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’re working on something. You’d like feedback. But let’s be honest: Feedback can be hard to hear. And it can make you defensive. So now you’re wondering things like: Who should I ask? And when? And what if I don’t like what they say? In Jason’s experience, the best feedback comes from completing this formula: Right people + right time + right perspective Today, Jason will break it down for you....

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/ Learn more about you...

You may not realize it, but someone is afraid to talk with you. If you’re a manager, your team might hesitate to give you updates. If you’re a business owner, your customers might not give you valuable feedback. If your friends or partners are in need, they might not turn to you first. So what’s the problem? It’s this: You haven’t given them permission — because you didn’t think you needed to. Tod...

If someone says the wrong thing, is it actually helpful to tell them? Today's caller, Jeff, got a message from an acquaintance asking if Jeff could secure an internship for his son. Jeff told his acquaintance that it would have been better if the son had reached out directly... should he have said that? Today, Jason and Nicole help you find the line that separates helpful feedback from overkill. L...

You want to do something new... But you’re hesitating, because you’re not sure if it’s the right thing to do. Today, Jason will introduce you to a concept he calls the ticket. It’s a way to stop thinking about what you should do, so you can think about what you can do. And to see how it works, he’ll first tell you about a friend who’s in this situation right now...