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Here’s a secret hack to improve performance: use less of your brain. It’s a counterintuitive idea Jason stumbled upon, then discovered has deep roots in psychology. Jason will explain how to do it — but first, he’ll show you how it helped him.

Today's caller Mike runs a production studio and wants to know if top-of-the-line equipment will set him apart from other studios. Jason and Nicole's answer: not necessarily. Instead, Jason and Nicole give him a foolproof method for getting a competitive advantage— and it has nothing to do with the competition!

Can you live “happily ever after” if you and your partner have completely different definitions of work-life balance? That’s the listener question Jason tackles head-on in today’s episode. If you’re feeling like you have to choose between being a good romantic partner and a good business partner, Jason has some tips for you.  Originally aired: 3/23/23

You have expertise. You're good at what you do. So why do you feel replaceable?The problem is skills got you hired. But skills alone don't make you irreplaceable. Jason shares his actionable framework for making the shift from skilled to irreplaceable.

Getting a crummy evaluation from your boss is no fun; but giving a crummy evaluation is nearly as difficult. Today's listener is a new manager up against her first round of performance reviews. She has to have an honest conversation with one employee who has been trouble for the rest of the team— and her anxiety is through the roof. Jason shares his winning formula for having a tough conversation. 

You said something. And the second it left your mouth, you regretted it. Yeah. The Rock has done that. Kevin Smith has done that. Jason has done that. Today, Jason shares what he learned from two celebrities about responding with kindness, even when you really, really don't feel like it.

If you've ever been the center of a story that's unflattering or just plain embarrassing, you probably wish you could go back in time and undo it. Unfortunately we can't do that, but we can take control— and change— the narrative. Today, Nicole and Jason share how to do just that, and they start by unpacking a viral video that the internet got so wrong.

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.

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.

We're all waiting for someone— for a reply, an approval, an answer— we're all on the edge of our seats about something. And it's making us... nuts. You desperately want to know what that someone is thinking, and today, Jason tells you. Plus, he gives his tip to nip this worry in the bud.

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.

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.

A re-run of the time Jason told Nicole a story of a very public failure. He explains what happened, how he panicked, and ultimately, what advice he got from a friend that made him feel better.

Today, Jason is sharing something different and special. His wife, Jennifer Miller, has a new podcast — a true-crime story about mistaken identity, impossible choices, and one man who goes to prison for his twin brother's crime. It's called Blood Will Tell. Here, you'll find the first episode. You can find the rest by subscribing to Blood Will Tell wherever you listen to Help Wanted

Here's a throwback to before Nicole was a mom! How do you talk to your kids about work—without making them think their worth depends on it? In this episode, Jason and Nicole tackle one of the trickiest balancing acts of modern parenting: explaining your career in a way that’s honest but not overwhelming, inspiring but not pressure-packed. They explore how to navigate your child's questions about what you do, how to help them dream big in a world where industries are constantly evolving, and how to set boundaries around work without making them feel like they’re second place. If you’ve ever felt the guilt of closing your laptop after bedtime—or struggled to explain why “Zoom” isn’t a game—this one’s for you.