48 Days to the Work You Love Internet Radio Show

Maybe that struggle made you stronger, opened the door to a bigger opportunity, or helped you discover your "other self". Listen in to these riveting stories of struggle and challenge that led to new opportunities and more fulfilling ways to thrive. Questions: 1. Have you survived a past struggle that has made you stronger? 2. Has there been an event in your life that caused you to discover your "...

Maybe you've missed your window of opportunity, majored in the wrong thing in college, are too old, or are stuck in a JOB that's draining your soul. Then again, maybe you needed that experience to help you clarify the dream you now have. Listen in to some of the stories of people who have found their passion and are prospering more as they serve more. Questions: 1. How has what appeared to be an o...

Focusing on one thing doesn't mean the others would have been wrong choices. But you'll never be outstanding or experience extraordinary success unless you choose one direction for the next five years. And as Alice in Wonderland was told: "If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there." Questions: 1. How can I combine and leverage my paid courses, newsletter, subscription serv...

Every day I hear from people who have been given all the advantages – prestigious university degrees, fine homes, cars and positions. And they suspect the easy life they've been given is keeping them from the challenge of adventure that would release the best version of themselves. Are you taking the "safe" route in life to avoid the stresses and challenges that are trying to release your biggest...

There are many times when quitting is the smartest thing to do. If you're hitting your thumb with a hammer, don't try to do it better or more efficiently - stop hitting your thumb. Quit - look for a better alternative. Don't focus on the humiliation of quitting. See this as a go-up opportunity. Quitting the thing where you're just mediocre or that is making you miserable is not a humiliation - it'...

We're now in the 10th consecutive month where more than 4 million people have quit their jobs. Most of them left to find more money. And now a new survey tells us one in five of those people regret leaving their previous job. What is missing if they are getting more pay? I'll give you the three things people need - and what you can legitimately expect from your job. Questions: 1. What are you look...

Why do people get stuck - or trapped in staying in a job or business they clearly dislike? There are typically three reasons people never act on their dreams to achieve the financial independence they desire. Are you letting great ideas pass by because something is holding you back? Don't get stuck wearing a red shirt. Questions: 1. Are you a candidate to be a "New Collar Worker?" 2. I just went t...

Five years ago I launched an online community. The first month it generated $9072.00. The second month that jumped to $18,952.00. It's continued to grow and now provides the biggest income pillar for 48 Days LLC. Here's a 12-minute interview with Stu McLaren with questions to ask yourself about doing the same thing. From Stu McLaren: Questions To Ask Yourself To Determine If a Membership Community...

A now former member of our Eagles community shared an experience where his "optimism" nearly set him up for a scam. It has been revealed to him that a positive mindset is dangerous and he wants no part of it. Clearly, I'm willing to risk what my optimistic thinking leads me to. Questions: Does positive thinking make you more vulnerable to being taken advantage of? What should you do if you've fail...

It's not always best to have that conversation. Give your employer 40 hours of competent, reliable work. Use the other 128 hours a week to build the life you want. Questions: 1. What should I do while I'm waiting for things to get better? 2. My employer will fire me if he knows I'm building a side business. 3. Do hobbies count toward the 5% of our income being invested in ourselves? 4. Many times...

It's not because I need the money; it's because you need the investment. Things that are free are not valued. In this episode I outline why you should invest 3% of your income back into your personal growth, and why I do the same. Questions: 1. Do you have any advice for how to transition from pastor to self-employed and know what value to expect? 2. I am living out my dream exactly as I described...

A listener questioned why I always side with the dreamer in a marriage. Why don't I tell the dreamer to settle down and be content with a "regular job"? I'll admit, my own dreams come through in my answers. Do you think I'm too one-sided in my common responses regarding the "reluctant spouse"? Questions: 1. Our business has grown 400% in the past 3 years. Our 2022 goal is to double our 2021 busine...

No tricks, no gimmicks, nothing to sell. I'm experimenting with small lunch groups as a way to increase connections and learning for you - and myself. Check out 48days.com/foodforthought to save your seat. Questions: 1. Did you ever read Og Mandino? Do you know anyone who actually met him? 2. I'm making $400,000/yr now but I want to be an artist. 3. How do you get a reluctant spouse to support you...

In this episode I have a conversation with Jeff Jones, a residential real estate agent from Mobile, Alabama. He's in a very common profession in a very common town, but is using his unique passion and talent to produce over 5 times what the 'average' real estate agent does. If you identify your 'Zone of Genius' you can enjoy extraordinary success as well. Questions: 1. How are you developing your...

A 60-yr-old listener says he's only had unsatisfying jobs because he thought his only responsibility was to get a job and pay the bills. Now he's wondering if it's too late to follow his heart and passion. I think he's got an amazing way to do just that. Questions: 1. How can I find the courage to "Shoot for the Moon" in my goals. 2. Can I really do this work remotely? 3. I would like to hear abou...

So many of us have early family scripts about money. Do you think money is good - or just a necessary evil to survive? Do you think more money would make you happier? Is the only purpose of money to be able to retire? Here I have a conversation with Derrick Kinney about his new book, Good Money Revolution - How to Make More Money to do More Good. Questions: 1. Isn't the American Dream - make enoug...

It's healthy to know you're off track - at any point in your life. But then you can look inward and find your true focus. 85% of the process of having the confidence of proper direction in your career and life - comes from looking inward first. Questions: 1. How do I quit living this fake life and start living a real one? 2. The attached email seems to be legitimate. How can I be sure? How should...

This is a special Valentine's Day episode where I invited my wife, Joanne, to join me and talk about the relationship side of success. Questions: 1. Lovin - how do you keep love alive when there are kids, in-laws, grandparents, work and more to fit in? 2. Learnin - as you continue to grow - which we hope you do - how do you handle changing the person you were when you first met and got married? 3....

I start this by telling how Joanne and I moved across the country - with no idea where we would live, or what I would do for work. But we had a dream of a better life and we took massive action before having all the details in place. Don't just live in your dreams. Take action - every step can move you closer to seeing that dream come true. Questions: 1. I'm feeling ashamed that I'm so far behind...

A listener feels like he's gotten trapped by getting a paycheck. He says, I took the path of least resistance which has led me down a perilous pike of disappointment and despair. As a direct result of our financial obligations, I absolved myself of the freedom to easily pursue my dreams for the oppressive restraints of debt. The merry-go-round of my professional life has left me no farther than a...

Each week we hear from people who are 27 and those who are 77 who feel they missed their opportunity for success. Like they've missed the window of time where they could have done something significant. Phrases like "I feel like I've lived my whole life by accident", "I feel like my life is a movie that's almost over, and I haven't even bought the popcorn yet" and "I'm a butterfly caught in a spid...

I've always loved setting big goals at the beginning of each year. In fact, I am consistent about having my goals completed for the coming year, in seven different areas of my life, by November 14th of each preceding year. But recently I've been challenged by some people I love and trust about the necessity of approaching the new year in that manner. People whom I highly admire, who are kind and l...

Questions: 1. When you were first getting started, how did you decide that career and life coaching was your niche? 2. How can we get people who have the means to help with spreading our message to people who need it but can't afford it? 3. How do you get someone to join your mission? 4. I have a dream of opening a breakfast cafe with a limited menu that could serve as a location for people to gat...

There are always multiple ways to get to your desired destination. The important component is that you DECIDE to get to your destination. What have you "decided" your destinations are for 2022? Questions: 1. What's the best way to move up to the house we want? 2. How can I get the nicer car I want this year? 3. I want 2022 to be the year I start my own business - how do I begin? Full show notes: h...

We tend to give to people who have less than we have. But what about people who have more - who are not struggling financially? Here's a challenge and some tips for giving well to people who are doing well (financially). Question: 1. How do you show appreciation, encouragement or inspiration to someone who is doing well? Submit your Questions to: https://www.48days.com/askdan/ If I use your questi...