48 Days to the Work You Love Internet Radio Show

Charles Dickens wrote a story about a man who had been imprisoned for years. When he was released, he looked at the sunlight and then turned and walked back to his cell. The thought of freedom was overwhelming. How do you view change? Is it frightening and intimidating or is it an opportunity for positive transformation? Find more about Dan Miller and Wisdom of the Sages at https://www.48days.com/...

Okay, I'm borrowing that line from A Few Good Men - but there are so many applications. Some of you can't handle making extraordinary money because you think too little of yourself. Some of you are waiting to start your dream because you don't have a perfect plan. Some of you say you want more success but won't invest $20 in a book or $97 in a course that could show you the way. Some of you are sp...

The comedic actor Jim Carrey grew up in poverty with a sense of hope. When he was just starting out, he wrote himself a check for $10 million, dated it 5 years later and stuck it in his wallet. Within 5 yers, he saw double that for his acting fees. What are you doing to direct your thinking toward the future you want? Find more about Dan Miller and Wisdom of the Sages at https://www.48days.com/wis...

Yes, I encourage you to stay true to yourself - but that doesn't mean you can't learn and grow. Knowing yourself is never an excuse for low performance or for staying the same year after year. You can thrive and prosper even while embracing your unique self. Episode #880. March 31, 2023 Questions we look at this week: 1. I just want to make enough money so I don't have to work anymore. 2. I got la...

I recommend that each of my children and grandchildren read this book by the time they're 14 years old. I wish I had gotten a hold of it when I was that young. One of my favorite parts is the five confidence building exercises. Live these principles, and it will change your life for the better. Find more about Dan Miller and Wisdom of the Sages at https://www.48days.com Learn more about your ad ch...

You know how Beanie Babies and Barbie Dolls can now be worth a lot of money. Yep and also Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Wars figures and more. I'm going to tell you my latest interest - why it jumped out as something I could really dig - and how you may have some hidden value in your own childhood toys. Episode #878, March 24, 2023 Questions: 1. You said recently that by risking failure you w...

Sometimes life offers us those opportunities to discover something new about ourselves — to discover a new talent. Make sure you're paying attention to what those might be. Decide that you are capable of doing anything you want then create a plan to move toward that and experience the joy of doing something new.  Find more about Dan Miller and Wisdom of the Sages at https://www.48days.com Learn mo...

A listener writes - "I now have the safety of a steady paycheck but it's not enough to support my family comfortably. Instead of treading water, I'm now in a lifeboat. But I want to get to a cruise ship." How do you make the decision to leave the good to find the great? Episode #876, March 17, 2023 Questions: 1. Dan, I would like to hear more of your thoughts on failure. Specifically, what does a...

If you want to make a change, create a plan and take action on it. Don't wait until you get around to it because before you know 20 years will have gone by and you haven't gotten around to it. Find more about Dan Miller and Wisdom of the Sages at https://www.48days.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all have a sense of what we deserve. Is there a level of success where we should just settle in and be content? Does personal growth always mean more financial success? Episode #874, March 10, 2023 Questions: 1. My salary just isn't enough to make ends meet. I also need friends; I have none at the moment. 2. How can I start a business when I need more money but have to take care of my family? 3...

If you're in a job you hate but the pay is great, you may think you only have two choices. But there is likely an alternative solution beyond the obvious. Find more about Dan Miller and Wisdom of the Sages at https://www.48days.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You'll be most successful when you are true to yourself, not when you're trying to be something you're not. Steve Wozniak said "Most inventors and engineers I've met are like me. They're shy and they live in their heads. The very best of them are artists. And artists work best alone…" Let's talk about how you can be most effective in sharing your art. Episode #873, March 03, 2023  Questions: 1. Wh...

Ford is no longer making the Pinto, or the Taurus, or the Crown Victoria. The only car they are making this year is the Mustang. They have moved totally to building SUVs and pickup trucks. So what about you? Are you still doing the same thing you were doing 20 years ago? If you're still doing what you were doing 5 years ago, rather than being praised for your loyalty, you may be becoming obsolete....

Are you just using up someone else's oxygen? One listener feels that way. What do you do when it seems that everything in life is working against you? Is it really possible to turn your life around - does it require a miracle or can anyone make new decisions to change from despair to optimism. We've got some listener input on both sides. Episode #871, February 17, 2023 Questions: 1. How can I spur...

How many times have you heard someone explain why they haven't been able to get a job, go to college, make money to get them beyond their basic needs, start a business, or buy the car of their dreams. And it typically then includes blaming, criticizing, pointing fingers, and explaining why it's not their fault. I'm going to tell you about a little boy who defied the odds against him. Episode #869,...

A listener says he's not entrepreneur material because he's more analytical and prefers to work in the background. You can be wildly successful as an entrepreneur no matter what your personality style. And you don't have to change yourself. Just be sure the business "fits" you. Episode #868, February 03, 2023 Questions: 1. Is it true that if you're doing the work you love, the money doesn't matter...

A listener says she wants to build a hospital but is currently "dependent on my family." Does that mean her dream is dead? Not at all. Everyone started with obstacles and not having money is the easiest one to overcome. Episode #867, January 27, 2023 Questions: 1. My job is sucking out all the creativity I used to have. 2. How can I overcome my insecurity that my technical chops may not be as good...

A listener says he's done. Do you want to believe you're capable of more than you're doing now? Do you want to shoot for the stars? Or have you decided, like the old Jack Nicholson movie - this is "As Good As It Gets"? Episode #866, January 20, 2023 Questions: 1. Here are 10 songs about how bad Mondays are: 2. How to watch out for fake job offers. 3. Survey results 4. Tina wants to get a PhD - sho...

Yes, you're the clay - but that's not an excuse to sit quietly and do nothing. Now look inward at what you already know about God's gifts to you - and make some decisions about moving forward with boldness, confidence and enthusiasm. Episode #865, January 13, 2023 Questions: 1. I'm just a lump of clay waiting for God to shape me into something meaningful. 2. Should I co-sign for a $100,000 trainin...

The rewards of your work are not worth Sacrificing personal health and family time. Ten years from now what you're doing for your health, personal well-being, family time, spiritual growth now - will be far more important than the paycheck you're getting this Friday. Episode #864, January 06, 2023 Questions: 1. I hate my job but I don't want a gap in my resume. 2. I'm the new Executive Director of...

If you're passionate but not making money, you'll burn out. If you're making money but not passionate, you'll burn out. Either way, the world misses out on your message. Episode #863, December 30, 2022 Questions: 1. What are the three kinds of entrepreneurs? 2. Why would anyone listen to me? 3. How do I get clarity on what I have to offer? 4. Who is my ideal customer/client? 5. Does everyone reall...

Is there anything wrong with that? Are imagining things that are different than the life you have now or dreaming about an ideal life helpful or just a setup for disappointment? Do you enjoy dreaming or just find it unrealistic and impractical? Episode #862, December 23, 2022 Questions: 1. Is it okay to dream or should you be content with the life you have now? 2. Is it realistic to dream or will...

Do you think your happiness is out there somewhere - In a land that you've heard of where dreams really do come true? What are you doing to make that Somewhere - that Someday - the life you get to live today? Episode #861 December 16, 2022 Questions: 1. How can you make next year the year of your dreams? 2. How do you make a decision when you can't be sure of the outcome? 3. Is there one place whe...

Do you think about being rich? What you think about rich people now probably says a lot about your chances of being one of them. I observe a lot of people criticizing the rich but at the same time wanting more money themselves. How does that work together? How would you be different if you had more money? Episode #860 December 09, 2022 Questions: 1. How can I accelerate my personal growth? 2. How...

A goose can walk, sing, fly and swim - but doesn't do any of those things very well. Being good at one thing will make you more notable than being ok at a lot of things. Questions: 1. I was able to leave my 9-5 job this year because I've written several dog mystery books! 2. I can't seem to find a fulfilling career that I can grow in. 3. I'm employed as an airline pilot and love the work. However,...