48 Days to the Work You Love Internet Radio Show

I'm so aware right now of people who are fearful, discouraged, frustrated and lonely. It's clear the uncertainty and unexpected changes of the last two years have contributed to many feeling ungrounded and vulnerable. It doesn't take money to give some of the most precious gifts: time, encouragement, a listening ear. Be very aware of those around you, especially during that time of year. Give the gift of a smile today. It costs you nothing, and you still have it to give again and again. Questions: 1. Is it a bad thing to avoid work? 2. My husband and I both realized it wasn't just job satisfaction we were struggling with, it was our entire lifestyle. 3. When you talk about the books you have read, do you read every book word for word or is it just skimming for highlights? 4. How can I find time for another income stream when working 60 hours a week already and taking care of family members with health issues? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including my Recommended Reading List in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/give-the-gift-of-a-smile/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't expect "passion" to show up fully developed. It's typically more developed than discovered. Start by following your Curiosity, build some Proficiency, develop your Passion, find a Purpose, provide a Promise, and enjoy the Profits. Anyone can start with 10 ideas and from there, have a clear direction, plan and profits in 48 Days. Questions: 1. Can I have multiple business ideas under one business name? 2. I looked for my passion and found nothing. 3. I'm making too much money at my regular job to focus enough time on my side business. 4. After 38 years of pastoral ministry I'm struggling with charging for coaching. 5. How can I be like Dan and start and grow an online business without using social media. 6. Actually getting from 'having a business' to 'having a business that makes money'? 7. How can I make the money promised in the MLM company? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including my free workbook, Who Are You and Why Are You Here and my free 2022 Goal Setting Guide in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/i-looked-for-my-passion-and-found-nothing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4.4 million people quit their jobs in October. The "antiwork" movement is growing rapidly. Is being "free" from work really "freedom?" Maybe Janis Joplin framed it best with "Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose." In 48 Days to the Work You Love I quote Leo Tolstoy who discovered "that work, and not idleness, is the indispensable condition of happiness for every human being." Questions: 1. Can we balance work we love and work we don't love? 2. How can I sell my art to make a living? 3. How long should I stick with an idea before moving on? 4. I'm an airline pilot making great money but gone from my family 20 days a month. 5. How can I coach when I don't have an office? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including the 4 books I read to plan for the future of 48 Days and the upcoming Lovin, Learnin and Earnin event with Joanne and I January 13 and 14 in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/antiwork-movement Submit your questions to https://www.48days.com/askdan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I know who you are - and I'm thankful Yes I do know a lot about you - thanks for the Podcast Survey input. You confirmed the 48 minutes, the focus on entrepreneurial adventures, my use of listener questions, and much more. You have a college degree and are likely about 42 years old. Listen in for more on this community you're a part of. Topics of discussion this week: 1. Podcast Survey Results for 2021 2. Increase Your Influence, Make More Money, and Have Friends For Life 3. Three concepts that will increase Increase Your Influence and Make You More Money The Halo Effect The Ikea Effect The Ben Franklin Effect Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including the books and the free download of Joanne Miller's Create a Sense of Peace in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/thankful-for-you/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some listeners are cringing about setting big goals for 2022 because of the fear of not reaching them. My encouragement: Measure your goal achievement by looking back at the progress you've made rather than the gap from where you are to where you want to be. Questions: 1. I think I'm on the verge of a big mindset breakthrough, but I need help. 2. What recommendations do you have for my upcoming "stay interview?" 3. Is it advisable to start my own business in today's economy and rampant inflation? 4. I'm considering moving to a new city and purchasing an electrical contracting business. How do I know if the price is fair? 5. I'm retiring from the Army in 2 yrs. I want to become a life coach/influencer with a focus on spirituality. How can I start while still in the military? Key Takeaways Measure your goal achievement by looking back at the progress you've made rather than the gap from where you are to where you want to be. Welcome a "Stay Interview" to express what you like and don't like about your current position. Now is a great time to buy or start your own business. If you want to coach, choose a specific area and become an expert in that area. Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including my free workbook, Who Are You and Why Are You Here, the 2022 Goal Setting Workbook, Our coaching starter course Coaching With Excellence and the books I recommended in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/big-goals/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The eagles build a nest using thornbush strands to lock it together. Then they cover them with leaves and feathers to make it soft and comfortable. However, when the eaglets are about twelve weeks old, mom and dad eagles begin to remove the protection from the thorns. Pretty soon the little eaglets are up on the edge of the nest to avoid the pain and discomfort. Then mom and dad eagle fly by with tasty morsels of food just out of reach. Soon the little eaglet makes a big leap to get away from the pain and the hunger, and you know what happens – he learns he can fly. Questions: 1. After 10 years, my job has turned into a nightmare. I just want to be able to support my family. 2. How do I get my college age son to get motivated for life and break the rut of failing classes, playing video games, and being generally lazy? 3. How do I get a coaching business started in a foreign country where the average income is $750 per month and professional coaching is non-existent? 4. How do I market my skills on the side without risking my main job? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including my free 2022 Goal Setting Workbook, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/crisis-or-wakeup-call/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A record-breaking 4.3 million Americans quit their jobs in August across an array of industries, according to a report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). What's going on? I interview Ken Coleman about his new book, From Paycheck to Purpose on this bonus podcast episode. Questions: 1. Is everyone just being forced to pay more or are there some other issues at play here? 2. What should companies do to attract great workers in this crazy time? 3. So we have fewer candidates - and companies know they have to pay more. Doesn't this make it pretty easy for anyone to get a job they love with more pay than ever before? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/paycheck-to-purpose/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Knowing yourself is the first step in moving toward the career or business that will be the work you love. Knowing yourself is the only way to have confidence, boldness and enthusiasm about the direction you have chosen. My daughter Ashley joins me to add her expertise in understanding ourselves and increasing our effectiveness in all areas of our lives. Questions: 1. What kind of business would be a fit for me? 2. Will understanding myself make me a more effective parent? 3. I know selling could increase my income but I don't think I can sell. 4. Why do Ashley's three girls need Challenge, Structure and Fun in any project? Get the direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast, including how to get 50% off our new DISCovering You Course, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/understanding-yourself/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you are fortunate enough to get a 4% raise, or even a 10% raise as we end the year, you'll never keep up with the rapid economic changes we're going through. But with a little creativity you can double your income and open the door for even more. I give lots of specific examples of what people are doing in this episode. Questions: 1. I have been struggling with indecisiveness which has caused me personal delay in life. Can I ask how do you deal with procrastination? 2. Several years ago Dan mentioned a book where the author had a music degree but was looking for ways to make money using his passion for music. Do you happen to know the name of that book? 3. I Don't have $18 for the 48 Low or No-Cost Businesses you are offering. Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including 48 Low or No Cost Business Ideas FREE, 40 Ways To Make Money As A Musician, and my 2022 Goal Setting Workbook in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/double-your-income Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No, money is never the obstacle. Coming up with an idea and a plan is the real issue. If you have a great idea and a proven plan of action, people will throw money at you. In this episode I give an example of a very profitable business I started with $10.53. Questions: 1. Is the 48 Days Eagles community ok for someone who may not have entrepreneurial aspirations? 2. I have always been told that hard work pays off but in my case it seems in order to get ahead I need to be a jerk. 3. My wife and I want to start an interior painting business on the side to help us meet some financial goals. 4. How do you decide when a business just isn't working? 5. My issue isn't fear; it's lack of funds to get started on my business. I don't even have a couple hundred bucks. Get direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast, including my 2022 Goal Setting Workbook, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/no-money/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are the voices around you saying? Are they telling you to just be content or are they encouraging and supporting you to stretch, grow and reach for your dream? You're choosing those voices, either way. Questions: 1. What are the messages you're hearing from the people who are closest to you? 2. What are you doing to build your self-esteem? 3. How are you overcoming the fear that's holding you back? 4. Do you have the Five Predictors of Success? To get direct links to the podcast survey and weigh in on my next book cover plus the 5 Predictors of Success, check out the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/build-your-self-esteem/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you see things that are needed, or things that are 'wrong' it's also an opportunity to do the 'hard work' to create a solution. You likely have access to everything you need. If you engage your passion, tell the truth in advance, and take action, you could indeed make your dent in the universe. Questions: 1. What do you do if see a problem in your home? 2. How can you create your own "reality distortion field"? 3. What does it mean to tell the truth in advance? 4. How can you overcome any fear you have? You can find direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast including a free download of Acres of Diamonds as well as the step-by-step process for harnessing the wind for what you care about most in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/create-a-solution/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If the company wants to get rid of you, nobody is winning by you staying. You are sacrificing your own mental, emotional, spiritual health every day that you stay. That's too high a price to pay for the hope of collecting a measly unemployment check - which is not a desirable end goal anyway. Take the initiative to create the next chapter of your life. Questions: 1. How can I get to the point where I can spend all my time in my non-profit organization? 2. I have the option to make over 110 grand or pursue my entrepreneurial passions. 3. I'm terrified of having no passion to pursue and being stuck in meaningless jobs for life. 4. If you feel you may be fired, is it better to be fired and collect unemployment or to quit your job before being fired? 5. I just got a job offer in commission only sales but I don't know if I can survive. Get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast, including my 48 Days To Master Your Mindset Course in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/get-fired-or-quit/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your quitting - your "resignation" can be a "going-up" experience. Quitting something that you don't care about, or something where you're mediocre, or something that is "killing your soul" can free up your brainpower, your energy, your accumulated wisdom, your passion and your talent - for something where you can WIN. Questions: 1. What should you do if you are dissatisfied with your current situation? 2. Is resigning an act of giving up? 3. What are the three critical things you need to be successful? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including the 48 Days Eagles Community in the podcast show notes at Permalink: https://www.48days.com/resigning-but-not-discouraged/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week a well-known leader and author posted a short segment totally trashing thinking, dreaming, imagining, wishing, hoping, meditating, or praying as ways to get closer to success. Apparently being a robot will suffice - as long as you are "doing". I beg to differ. Questions: 1. Is it useless to think positively? 2. Is dreaming just a childish mind game to avoid the reality of my life? 3. Do I really get to choose the life I live? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including a few books I recommend reading to answer this question for yourself as well as 6 tips to a successful day through a positive attitude, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/positive-thinking-is-hogwash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a simple way to be "successful" instantly that may surprise you. No, you don't have to buy my course, come to my event, or pay me for coaching. I drop this bomb at 9:51 in this episode. Questions: 1. What does it mean to be successful? 2. What's the fastest way to success? 3. How can I avoid failure? 4. What are the 6 identifying characteristics of success? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, include EntrePastors Live (and the $100 off coupon code) and Transform My Future in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/instant-success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever doubted your ability to ask for that promotion, start your own business, or write that book - even when all the signs are clear that you're ready. That's called a 'Moses Moment'. We're going to talk about how to break through your Moses Moment and claim the next great thing in your life!! Questions: 1. What are the four steps that build the principle of Persistence for you? 2. Why does poverty keep showing up in your life? 3. What are the weaknesses that must be mastered if you are going to accumulate wealth? 4. What does it mean to "seek first the kingdom of God"? 5. What should you do when you have a "Moses Moment"? To get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including my upcoming webinar: The Great Resignation on September 9th, as well as the four steps to building a habit of persistence and the 16 weaknesses that must be mastered to accumulate wealth in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/persistence-moses-moment/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know the old saying - If you keep doing the same things and expect different results, you're insane. A listener suspects that of himself. What about you? Are you doing the same things you were doing five years ago - one year ago? With the rapid speed of change we can't get trapped into trying to keep things as they were, or just trying to get back to "normal." Improve your sanity by growing and moving forward. Questions: 1. I love cooking for people. How can I open a restaurant? 2. I've been burdened with the thought that I am not very good at anything. 3. Is my personality something to be overcome, or could it possibly be used to my advantage? 4. If I start a new business I feel extreme pressure because I cannot afford to fail at all. 5. Turns out I'm insane by definition, since I'm just as miserable in my new job as I was before. 6. Can my playlist tell me what my passions are? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including the upcoming Free Webinar: The Great Resignation on September 9th in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/insane/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More knowledge and more degrees won't make a difference in your life - unless you move from Knowledge to Understanding and then Application. Knowing more is a great start. Now give yourself timelines for taking specific action and your life will change dramatically! Questions: 1. I have 3 young kids - 7, 10, and 12 and my question is this: How do I help them discover and develop their passions and unique God given abilities? 2. How do I overcome concerns about my lack of experience since I'm just starting out as a financial planner? 3. I've studied a lot and know more. Why am I not getting any traction on making my life better? 4. I'm unemployed and am trying to find a new job but I think that my former employer is giving me a bad reference. 5. What are some tools or processes high "C" personality types can use to evaluate a business idea without throwing every single one out? 6. I'm a new handyman - I've put out about 200 flyers by placing them in the newspaper boxes - with no call backs. Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including access to our upcoming event, Lovin, Learnin, and Earnin in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/apply-what-you-learn/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I start with a short story to help you see if you are trading your time for a fixed number of dollars, or if you have the opportunity to do something once and then get paid over and over again. Questions: 1. How can I scale my art work? 2. There is no time for me to develop a good steady income because I'm helping so many other people. 3. How can I create the life direction for my 7-yr-old son? 4. How can I grow my one book into a million-dollar business? 5. I don't like sales - what can I do? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including my "Serving from a Full Cup Video" and my Venn diagram for authors, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/trading-time-for-money/ ‎ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I took a common theme of questions we're getting to address the concerns a lot of you have. Not just in selling or growing a business - but simply in having a great life - with lots of friends and the confidence you are making a difference. Question: If you're feeling lonely, isolated, vulnerable, or poor - or HALT (hungry, angry, lonely, tired) I've got good news for you. I'm going to share 7 simple things you can do to transform your influence, increase your income, and expand the number of friends you can go to for anything you want. Get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast, including my 6 tips to a successful day in the podcast show notes here: https://www.48days.com/increase-your-influence-make-money/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm still not sure if I heard this correctly or just imagined a little twist. What do you do when you need a new plan - and a boost to your faith? In this episode I start off with a simple process for creating new options to consider when your "game" seems to have dried up. Questions: 1. Why should I keep trying when God keeps closing the door on my calling? 2. I was given a raise because of my sales volume and then fired a week later. What do I tell a new employer about my reason for leaving my last job? 3. Please tell me if I'm crazy! I want to be the Jack LaLane of the baby boomer generation. 4. Am I lazy, scared, lack self-discipline or all of the above? Get my list of 12 books that will lead you to a life of abundance of joy in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/punched-in-the-faith/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite any hardships we may have experienced in the last 18 months, 74% of Americans say 2020 made them more aware of the needs of others and more generous as a result. The desire for interaction has apparently made us all reach out to help and feel connected. And more than ever, as a whole, we feel we are "thriving" like never before. That's some pretty good news! Questions: 1. Because of my dyslexia, I struggle with comprehension, reading ,focusing and memory lost. I think this is hindering my success, Future ideas and business opportunities. 2. I was laid off a couple times, and have not yet been able to get back in and make the money I used to make ($100-115k). 3. I have a practical idea for a travel shower caddy, but I have absolutely no idea where to start in having a prototype produced. 4. I have been a stay at home mom for over 18 years and would like to go back to work on a part time basis. I am not planning on returning to my previous career, financial analyst, and feel like a college freshmen having to declare a major. How do I get started? 5. I am a teacher with a job I cannot be fired from, a 10% pay raise each year and benefits I do not pay for. So what's wrong! I hate my job. To get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including 52 Ways to Unlock Your Creativity and the two books I recommend, go to the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/2020-made-me-a-better-person Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener says he's struggling over quitting a job that "is killing my soul". He can quit now and get a $20,000 cash severance. My advice - with due credit to the Steve Miller band -Take the money and run! Questions: 1. I'm struggling to quit a job that is killing my soul. 2. I'm 16 years old. Can I really chase any career I want? 3. I'm having a hard time figuring out how to break away from my corporate job that pays well and transition to my passion. 4. My big dream is wanting to start something bigger than myself. 5. The one dream I have always had is having a mini farm. Get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast including Acres of Diamonds in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/killing-my-soul/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes being exposed to new possibilities makes us feel disappointed with where we are now. This listener is 48, in a job she dislikes, feeling like she's failed and is not making a difference, and is discouraged by reading 48 Days to the Work You Love. Is it better to not know and remain in the status quo or to see new opportunities and ways to move into more success? Questions: 1. I've never been a big dreamer and now I just don't have any dreams left at all. 2. I work when scheduled, I have no input into my employment scheduling, but I am scheduled full time and have no benefits for health care, no paid time off or no paid sick leave, this has been my employment since 2015. 3. What I've learned from you and others this last year is that people have more control over their lives than they think they do! 4. Your book is making me feel bad about myself. 5. I had to turn off your podcast because of who you mentioned. Get the direct link to join us for the masterclass on July 15th and a complete outline of the 5 Stages of Grief in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/discouraged-by-your-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are actually a whole lot of things you can do today where you don't have to have contact with people. But there has to be more that drives you than just making money. Follow this sequence and you can make it work: Curiosity > Passion > Talent > Identify Need > Create a Plan = Purpose that can change the world. Questions: 1. I have a mental block that is preventing me from applying for jobs. 2. I have no dreams other than to somehow develop some entrepreneurial angle to make money. I don't like people, so this makes it harder to make anything work. 3. I am a barber and have a small one man shop in a small town - but I'd like to be a coach. 4. How can I put myself in that top 5% or real estate agents without having to spend all of my time and money on marketing? 5. What are your thoughts on the Amazon Delivery Service Partner Program? Get direct links mentioned on the podcast, including the link to save your seat for my upcoming webinar: 5 Reasons Big Dreamers Get Stuck and How To Blast Through Them To Succeed in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/i-dont-have-a-dream/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it possible to be a leader or even run a business without being that hard-driving, aggressive, opinionated jerk we hear about? What if I'm introverted and shy but also loving, caring, humble, kind and compassionate? You might be surprised by the characteristics of the most successful business leaders. Questions: 1. Can a naturally shy person that might not fit the "profile" for your typical leader, truly lead from a loving and caring attitude? 2. Cars are my passion - what can I do with that? 3. I am ready to start writing for profit. 4. I have been thinking of doing a lawn care business. I need a good work truck and I need help/support in getting it started. Get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast as well as the my 10 recommended questions to initiate meaningful conversations in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/characteristics-of-a-leader/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What should we question about the way things have always been done? The risk is often in staying where you are. Be willing to change. Questions: 1. I know that I do not want to continue down the path I am on because I am tired of waking up sore from the stress filled sleep I'm currently getting each night. Something has to change. 2. I'm 39 and embarking on a college education for the first time - after being a stay-at-home mom for the last 15 years; In the field of Graphic Art, how much will my age affect my opportunities? 3. I am eager to quit as soon as possible because it is so depressing, but I don't want to jeopardize my financial stability while I pursue freelance illustration. What do you suggest I do? 4. Hello Mr. Miller, I find myself not reading your emails that come to my email account weekly because it forces me to think about how I really need to step out on faith and start living my dream. 5. I hate my job so much it depresses me. I feel trapped and my attitude at work is costing me opportunities. I try very hard to not think negatively. I need my income but I want out BADLY. Five Question Summary What are you willing to change in what you're doing now? Where is an opportunity in the thing that is causing you stress now? What do you think about in the first hour of the day? Do you have a plan for the life you want to start today? What book are you reading now? Get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast, including the 48 Days Worksheets and The Strangest Secret in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/willing-to-change/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a very common question. And I don't think it's as complicated as we sometimes feel it is. There are some simple principles that will give you insight and clarity. In this episode I lay out four basic principles to remove "the kink in your hose" that may be preventing you from hearing God's will. Questions: 1. How do you know if something is a million-dollar idea? If you get multiple ideas every week, how do you choose? 2. I feel like there is something specific for me to do but because it's not clear I cannot move forward. 3. I am a young 66 year old female. I lost my job 16 months ago and can't get another job. 4. I'm stuck in a job that's not for me any longer and don't know where God wants me to go next. Get direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast, including the workbook to help you create your own mission statement and the upcoming open house with Dan and Joanne Miller in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/gods-will-for-you/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It took longer to get to the Promised Land than expected and some of the children of Israel wanted to go back to the miserable lives they had previously. But inventions, great ideas, innovations don't come when things are normal, when people are comfortable. They come when there are breaks in our routine - when circumstances show up unexpectedly - and are often unwelcome challenges to our "normal" routines. Questions for you to contemplate: 1. What idea do you have that you have not acted on? 2. What do you miss about the old normal? 3. How are you investing in yourself to prepare for more success? 4. Is being comfortable keeping you from your $1,000,000 idea? Get direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast, including my new course 48 Days to Master Your Mindset and the Josh Shipp video I referenced in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/unwelcome-challenges/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It takes a massive amount of power to get a locomotive to simply move the first 2 inches. That's you - it takes a massive amount of energy to start anything - to progress that first 2 inches. And here's the startling reality. You can stop that locomotive from ever going those first 2 inches with a simple 1 inch block under the front wheel. It can't generate enough energy to get over even a small impediment placed in a strategic position when trying to start from a standstill. But once you get moving you reach momentum where you can break through even big obstacles. What's stopping you from moving those first 2 inches? Don't let a toothpick hold you back. Questions: 1. Dan What are your skills and abilities, your personality traits, and your values, dreams, and passions? 2. Dan, do you have any words for my seniors who are pursuing a career in the creative and performing arts? 3. I am admittedly fearful about a change, but more fearful to miss this opportunity for the combined work & life I love. 4. So, how do I breakaway from my dad's orbit? 5. I mostly invest time, not money into myself. Just don't see any possible ROI. To find out more and get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast, including the quiz to help you determine if you're ready to become a coach, check out the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/i-can-stop-your-progress/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Usually those unexpected and unwelcome interruptions are God's gift to us for prompting us to explore, learn and grow into new levels of success and fulfillment. Don't squander this opportunity you've been given. Uncertainty can present you with many options that you may overlook when things are "certain." Questions: 1. I'm afraid of letting people down, not bringing enough value, or disappointing them. 2. I'm stuck. I'm at a stalemate...my children are graduating from high school,I'm finishing my Masters degree yet I still feel unfulfilled. I don't know what to do next. 3. Why is it so expensive to receive help? Those who genuinely need and want the help......cant get it! WHY??? 4. Over the years I have grown comfortable in misery, distracted, negative, lazy, uncertain, powerless, mediocre, etc. 5. I'm also afraid of doing something that would hurt my family. I'd rather over plan and take my time than make a rash decision that they must pay for. 6. Things are so uncertain right now, I find it's suppressing any clarity. Summary Points 1. Uncertainty can present you with many options that you may overlook when things are "certain." 2. What could you do if you simply believed you had the skills, drive, and intellect to be a millionaire? 3. You have ready access to the resources to bring your dream to life. 4. "Our only limitation……..lies in the development and use of our imagination." Find out more in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/uncertainty/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You are not in a prison - except for how you are viewing it. Stop charging by the hour. Start being paid for the value you are creating and it can dramatically change your satisfaction and income. Here's an example of how you could do that as a nurse - or with any specialized skill. Questions: 1. Same prison, different cell 2. How do you know if the ideas you have fit together as one business, or if you are casting your net too wide? 3. I need help prioritizing... am in transition for the 2nd time in 18 months... 8th time in my +25 year career and tired of that! 4. After much consideration and jumping to and fro, I decided to hand in my resignation letter and give my parents (my employer) 3 months heads up. 5. Are there any trustworthy patent attorneys out there? Get the direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast, including my free guide: Side Biz Freedom - 10 Ideas for a Profitable Side Biz in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/key-to-work-freedom/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're told 81% of Americans say they have a book in them. Personally, I think a lot of those should stay right where they are - inside them. Not every story needs to be shared with the world. Let's save the trees and also save the needless dissension caused by thousands of books that are being thrown out to the world. But if you do have a message worth sharing there is a process for doing it well. In this conversation, author Jonathan Milligan and I discuss his new book, Your Message Matters. Questions: 1. Does everyone really have some kind of special gift? 2. Is there really room for everyone to have a unique message that is worthy of sharing? 3. What are some ways people can share their message? 4. Tell us a couple effective ways to connect with an audience who cares about our message. 5. Do you think everyone is capable of turning their unique message into a profitable business? To get direct links to more information on these topics plus the link to get Jonathan Milligan's new book free (just pay shipping and handling), go to the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/your-message-matters/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being successful requires more than having a great product or knowing something well. It requires continued learning, marketing what you have, and selling to a customer. That applies to getting a job, keeping a job, getting a promotion, or starting your own business. Do those and you can succeed in any way you want. Questions: 1. After 8 years and only making $10-20K, is it time to stop? 2. Do I have to start a second business to sell my art? 3. Can I join the 48 Days Eagles before I'm well established in my business? 4. Why do people fail to take action after they've been coached in what to do? 5. Are you sitting on top of a Liquid Paper kind of idea? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including free access to my workbook Who Are You and Why Are You Here as well as the book I'm reading right now in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/why-do-you-stay-stuck/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How long should I starve in my passion before getting a real job again? Do we always assume following our passion is risky and insecure while a "real job" provides the security we seek? It may not be as predictable but the big rewards never come from a secure, predictable path. Questions: 1. I quit my $80K job to become a starving artist. How long should I wait before just signing up for a "real job" again? 2. Do you think it's possible to have a successful online business these days with little to no social media presence? 3. I've been part of a family business for almost 30 years out of obligation. It's time to find my own path. 4. The pandemic has essentially Eliminated my current career. I'm turning 55 and completely willing to pivot. Get more info, including the breakdown of the 15 hour per week model as well as direct links including a special link to try the 48 Days Eagles Community for 30 days for $4.80 (for a limited time), in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/real-job/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever felt like you had to choose? What does your life now tell us about the choices you've made? In this conversation with Michael Hyatt he shares how to sleep more as a way of accomplishing more. How to enjoy a "profitable pause" as a surprising way to succeed more. And how to start the process of winning more, no matter where you are today. Questions: 1. Tell us about that day that gave you your biggest win and also the pain of a big failure. 2. Don't we have to work more hours to accomplish more? 3. How is "balance" different from spending time equally in the important areas of life? 4. Is there really such a thing as a "profitable pause?" 5. Can a person in a traditional job win at work and succeed in life as you're describing? Get the direct link to Michael Hyatt's new Book Win At Work and Succeed At Life with the great special bonuses in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/win-at-work-or-at-home/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I really don't think God is mean and capricious as you suspect. Just take responsibility for your success and know that the door is as open as to anyone in the world. But you have to create a plan of action. Handing your life over to God does not mean walking away from your desires and passions – rather, it means finding authentic ways to make those passions come alive. Questions: 1. God has given me a passion that is completely mismatched with the opportunities in my life. 2. When I read this in 48 Days I stopped dead in my tracks. 3. Now that I have my own business, how do I find great employees? 4. Am I too old to begin the process of creating my own business? 5. How Can I grow my comedy blog following and deliver more value to them? Get direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast PLUS additional resources on these topics in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/discerning-gods-will-for-my-life/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You're right to question spending any money or time in any self-help program. But don't slam the door completely. Ask yourself if being too cautious or suspicious is helping you create a better life. If you won't spend $24 on the chance that you could dramatically change your life – you're probably being way too cautious. And being suspicious of every new idea will keep you trapped in the same life you have now. Questions: 1. Dan, are you out there? Is there really any hope? Do you really have some workable solutions for the rest of us? Or are you just cashing in our insecurities? 2. At night, I often can't shut down the worry and feel guilty about laying in bed, neither sleeping nor getting anything done. 3. I am a 62 year old female that has worked for 45 years as a secretary in different fields. I am currently working on being a home based gluten free baker. How do I get my head out of my XXX and get things moving? 4. How should I invest $1000 a month to grow my wealth? 5. Can I make a business out of being a do-it-yourself remodeling consultant? Get direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast, including the Business Planning Guide in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/is-there-hope/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We play off our intro song - Takin Care of Business. If "you wake up every morning to your alarm clock's warning" you probably aren't getting enough sleep. With work that you love and getting ample sleep, you won't need an alarm clock. Here's a process for doing both. Questions: 1. What if you don't see anything on your three year horizon other than more of the same of what you are doing now, and what you were doing three years ago? 2. Should I stick with my current employer for the next 10 years until I do what I really enjoy? 3. I'm 42 years old and in a place of extreme aggravation and frustration. 4. My wife is afraid I'll outgrow her. 5. I'm honoring my wife and killing myself. Get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including the new 48 Days To Master Your Mindset Course and Google's new certification programs in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/throw-out-your-alarm-clock/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you had a clear path to Uncommon Success? To financial freedom and fulfillment like you've never experienced up to this point? What if that path had specific action points that were not dependent on your academic degrees, your current income or past record of success - but simply required following a step-by-step process? Would you be willing to do that if you could transform your success in 3 years - in one year - or even in 48 Days? In today's podcast I'm interviewing a dear friend (John Lee Dumas) who has spent the last 10 years interviewing over 3000 of the world's most successful entrepreneurs - and from those revealing interviews has put together that step-by-step plan — and it's available for you - today. Questions: 1. Does everyone have "a big idea"? 2. Why do people overlook their big idea? 3. Can someone use your Path even if they are part of a team - and maybe don't want to just do their own thing? 4. In these changing times should we first just try to get back to normal? 5. Does there ever come a time when a business - or life - is secure? Get the direct link and instructions to pre-order John Lee Dumas' book and get the free journals in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/john-lee-dumas-path-to-uncommon-success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm 27 years old. Is it too late to find the work I love? You can fill in the blank for age. I get these questions every week from people 27 to 77. Age cannot stop you from thriving and prospering unless you allow it to. You can write and rewrite your story until you get the results - and the ending - you want. Questions: 1. I am 57 years old. Is it too late in life to change? 2. Why are you not a fan of people sharing their income reports? 3. Do you have any suggestions for work that would be music related? 4. I'm a senior in college. If I use the concepts in "48 days" now, will I secure a job before graduation? 5. I recently resigned from my job in banking after 28 years. I felt I was dying a slow death and was desperate for a change. Any ideas about what I should pursue? 6. I'm considering starting my own consulting / outsourced "cfo" business. 7. My credit is shot and I have no savings - but I want to start my own business. Any hope for me? To get direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast, including resources for people who are afraid they're too old to make a change or find work they love and a unique opportunity to join us for a 48 Days Eagles FREE Open House on starting and growing your own podcast, in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/is-it-too-late-to-find-the-work-i-love Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may be in a 'season' where it makes sense to stay where you are. Not every dream needs to be acted on immediately. Take a fresh look at the next three years and then make your decisions based on the life you want - not just the thrill and the income that may be possible. Questions: 1. How can introverts do a better job of sharing their message? 2. Where can I find Think and Grow Rich narrated by Napoleon Hill? 3. Do I follow my dreams or be responsible for my family? 4. I'm happy where I am but I know there's more opportunity out there - should I leave? 5. I want to be a teacher but my husband is not supportive. 6. My income is flat but I don't want to hire anyone. 7. How can entrepreneurs recession-proof their business pursuits? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast including the full audio version of Think and Grow Rich in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/being-responsible/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are so many paths to success. You get to choose - but you have to believe you deserve it and are capable of achieving it. Hear some stories of the unique way listeners are using to change their stars. https://www.48days.com/paths-to-success/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Be careful of thinking that moving is your magic ticket to a better life. "Wherever you go, there you are." You can have the life you want, by creating it, regardless of the geography. At the same time if you want some new scenery I've got a couple really cools places you can move to. Questions: 1. Can you walk us through your Decision Matrix that led you to make the big move including why you chose the city you now live in? Also, how did you get your Wife onboard? 2. I'm a 67 year old pastor looking for some guidance on what retirement might look like as I feel an obligation to continue to serve God/give back. 3. I want to leave the family business but feel guilty because of what they've given me. 4. Can I be successful without my spouse's support? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including a free digital download of Acres of Diamonds in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/a-better-life/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My conversation with Ray Edwards about his new book, Permission to Prosper, dismantles much of what we commonly believe about being "rich" and being "poor". We get to choose - which one have you chosen? Permission to Prosper - with Ray Edwards Questions: 1. Why do most people struggle with money? 2. What does it mean to be living in poverty? 3. What is "soul prosperity"? 4. How many times does the word "prosper" appear in the Bible? 5. What is the best way to help poor people? 6. Should businesses "give back" when they reach success? 7. Is selling just a way to take advantage of people? For direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including where to get your copy of Permission To Prosper, go to the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/permission-to-prosper/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm scared to death that God will judge my discontent! We all get to decide what we say "Yes" to. And to stay where you are miserable and where your "soul is crying for a change" likely grieves God as it would any father to see one of his children suffer so. I doubt He'll see the need to punish you as you are already suffering the consequences of those choices. Questions: 1. I have no passion. I live to exist, to put it bluntly. I am successful for my career path and totally miserable. I am blessed beyond belief and can barely meet each day. I am scared to death that God will judge my discontent 2. Is there some guidance you have that we can help our children discover how God has uniquely gifted them and how we can help them excel in this area? 3. Do your principles to finding or creating work your love work under Communism? 4. All online businesses are spammy. Should I just stick to my traditional job? Find out more in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/miserable/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener shares this as his goal. I don't know of any more direct path to making that happen than to read the right books that train your mind and open your eyes to the opportunities. Here's my list of the 14 that opened the doors for me. Questions: 1. I want to be a millionaire in 3 years. What books should I read in that time? 2. What podcasts should I listen to in order to maximize my workout time? 3. I graduated college 2 1/2 years ago spent 6 months trying to find a job in my field, could not find anything. So now I'm getting my masters degree but am terrified I may not find a job. Get access to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including my list of 14 Books That Will Make You a Millionaire and my list of top 15 podcasts at https://www.48days.com/millionaire-in-3-years Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know dreaming is not enough. Dreaming without doing accomplishes little. But maybe you really are more of a "visionary" than an "implementor." There's hope for you if you surround yourself with the right people. Questions: 1. I know what I need to do, but I am easily turned back to wonder and invention. 2. How can I make some money off the land I just inherited? 3. Where do you find potential customers who aren't broke? 4. How are universities going to come back? 5. How could you choose where to live before you decide what you're going to do to make money? Get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast including the worksheet guide for "What If My Dream Isn't Paying the Bills?" and Working Genius in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/dreaming-not-doing/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener asked if there were terms to describe this. Yes, there are but you don't want them associated with your name! Here are some steps to take when you are hesitating the action that will lead you to new success. Questions: 1. What does it mean when someone knows what to do but doesn't do it? 2. I have struggled with a lack of commitment and find myself in the same place I was a year ago. 3. I think I've been stuck so long in this state that I can't remember my passions. 4. Our 20 year old son came home for Christmas break and informed us he will not be going back to college for spring semester. Get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast, including the Finding Your Sweet Spot Webinar and the Think and Grow Rich Book Study, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/why-we-get-stuck/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices