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Jordan heard about someone having a $10,000 personal development budget as part of their compensation. That planted a seed in his mind. Five years later he has a prestigious position AND a $12,000 personal development budget. That's how dreams start - and come to life. To get direct links to the resources Dan mentions on the Podcast, go to https://www.48days.com/get-paid-for-personal-development/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener is frustrated because the company he works for requires a "degree" even if they know you are competent for an advanced position. In this episode we look at options for moving up anyway. For direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, go to https://www.48days.com/talent-vs-education/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the stars of the Cosby Show was discovered working as a cashier at Trader Joe’s. Should he be ashamed of that because he was a celebrity 26 years ago? Let’s look at the benefits of doing quality work – in whatever way makes sense for this season of our lives while you look for that dream job. For show notes and click to resources, go to https://www.48days.com/listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all have people who have helped us get to where we are today. In this episode we look at that and ask - Who are three people you could contact in the remainder of this year to accelerate your success? Visit us online: https://www.48days.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener says he's been fired twice in less than a year. He's 40 years old and has 4 children but he doesn't want to look for another J-O-B. He has some ideas for generating income. My advice in his situation - GET A J-O-B For resources Dan mentions on the Podcast and other show notes, go to https://www.48days.com/try-something-new/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A reader of my weekly newsletter challenged my thinking that there are new opportunities all around us. He wrote: "Just as Adam and Eve were tricked into believing they knew better, so you have been tricked into thinking that there was a better way than being content on the dairy farm." In this episode I unpack why I'm still chasing dreams. Full Show Notes: https://www.48days.com/forget-your-dream-dan-go-back-to-milking-cows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Edward asks how he can share his happiness when everyone around seems so pessimistic and depressed. Dan unpacks how sometimes we need to just live out our happiness rather than forcing others to hear about it. Your enthusiasm will make some of them curious enough to ask. And in the meantime, find people who will cheer you on - those who may be even farther ahead than you. Questions This Week: I am 661/2 and am thinking I am ready for retirement BUT I don’t want to retire yet as my youngest son is attending Texas A&M and has two years remaining in his field as geologist. I just was able to secure my amicable release from the company I was at for over 11 years. How do I share my happiness without feeling guilty around all these sad people? How would I create a resume, if I have not been employed for over 4 years? For a full list of all of the resources Dan mentions, go to: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  A listener writes:  “I have a near hatred towards people that talk about enjoying their lives and their work. Work seems to be a burden for the whole lot of us. Nothing that has purpose makes a profit, and nothing that makes a profit has purpose.  If there are any exceptions to that, I would like to know.  To make money, you have to do something meaningless at best. Am I missing something?” In this episode Dan unpacks these very common questions. Episode #624 August 10, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable.  This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die.  Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. I have a near hatred towards people that talk abou

  Ryan says he just got a 40% pay increase……but feels like he’s lost his sense of vision and purpose. Is it possible to work a job just for the money and still develop and live out your vision for a meaningful life? Episode #623 August 03, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. I know what I’m called to do but am met with one obstacle after another.  2. I’ve been a homeschooling mom for 14 years. How do I find the work I love?  3. I have been at my current position for over 11.5 years but have now been suspended indefinitely?  4. I just got promoted but feel like I’v

  We have so many questions dealing with change — often unexpected and unwanted change. But change is also the only thing that opens the door to new opportunities. Episode #622 July 27, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Question: I work as a graphic designer in the newspaper industry. In case you or your listeners don’t know what newspapers are, they are ancient forms of communication whereby the news was printed on paper and then delivered to subscribers. Quotation: “I didn’t see it then, but it turned out that getting fired from Apple was the best thing that could have ever

  Sometimes a closed door prompts us to go in a different direction and do something spectacular that we wouldn’t have done otherwise. Don’t spend so much time staring at the closed door that you miss the new opportunities. Episode #621 July 20, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. How can I be successful socially when I’m an introvert? 2. I just took a job for $8/hr. Should I stay and hope for a promotion or start looking elsewhere? 3. Our priest is starting a new life and is thinking about driving a truck. Are there better options? 4. Why is God is closing all th

  His parents give him up for adoption. He: never finished college, job hopped a lot, spent a year just wandering about India, had dyslexia – was a poor student and didn’t read well. Would you hire this guy? I drew a statement from this guy for today’s quotation. How Are You Facing Challenges Episode #620 July 13, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. All years have at least one Friday the 13th, but the most a year can have is three. This year, April 13 was a Friday and today, July 13th, is the only other one we’ll have this year. This is Gruntled Workers Day July 13, 2018 — Ther

  I’m going to begin with a story – ask some deep questions for us to think about, give you a clear definition of success and end with a 1-min clip from Mr. Holland’s Opus. Episode #619 July 06, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. The Mexican Fisherman  2. What do success and freedom mean to you? How will it change your life when you get there?  3. What do you really need to be happy and fulfilled?  4. Would a simpler life allow you more freedom from chasing more money?  5. What’s the price you are paying for getting more?  6. If you died tomorrow, what unfulfille

  The choices we make — People often suspect they made a wrong turn early in their career or life. I think what’s important is what you’re doing today to make your life beautiful. You could be on one of 50 different “roads” and still choose to make your life miserable – or awesome. Episode #618 June 29, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. How a singing resume landed Page a cool job 2. The Man I Want to Meet 3. Do you ever meet with someone for a one-time boost? 4. How can we help our 15-yr-old think creatively about careers? Quotation:   Two roads diverged in a wo

  Ah yes, I knew all those motivational books and conferences were just a scam. Well the truth is:  Self-help books don’t help anyone………..who doesn’t want to be helped. – Episode #617 June 22, 2018 – Hi this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. If you’ve been issued a fine for having a lemonade stand, you’ll want to know this.  2. How long does it take to be an overnight success?  3. I’m disrespected and my contributions and voice are always dismissed. should I stay in this field or pursue another career?  4. What’s the difference between coaching and counseling? Quotation: You

  Graham says he knows that low self-esteem has been his biggest obstacle for many years. But only recently did he realize it’s his responsibility to change that – not the outside world. He’s ready to take action, and I gave him several specific steps to “love himself.” Episode #616 June 15, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. Should I wait for my husband to come around or pursue my dreams on my own?  2. How can I build my health coaching business at networking events with a different focus?  3. I’ve just discovered that my low self-esteem is my responsibility.  4

  How important is education? What makes a person “educated?” Does having a college degree assure success? I interview Jason Miles about an online business grown from his wife making doll clothes. Episode #615 June 08, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Topics Covered: Five Days to a Raise – Free Online Challenge Group June 11-15, 2018 https://www.48dayseagles.com/p/raise Jason Miles Interview 30-yr-old son being evicted from parent’s home Is college worth it? Alternative “education” that pays off Quotation:   Formal education will make you a living; self-education will make y

  I talk about the three things we need to have meaningful work: Autonomy, Mastery and Purpose. If one or more of those are missing, start moving toward a better fit. Episode #614 June 01, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. Dan I am a 47 year old full time Firefighter who seems to be constantly seeking a new direction and clarity in the workplace without attaining it . I find it very frustrating in not being able to make decisive decisions . How do i break through this barrier ? 2. A caffeine coach? Can one actually make money doing that? 3. I’m trying to phase o

If you don’t find a job, create something that gives you meaningful work. The name of my book is 48 Days To the Work You Love, not job you love because the work you love doesn’t necessarily have to be in a job.   Episode #613 May 25, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. I have found your book, 48 Days…, very informative, insightful, and helpful in many ways – except one – being able to actually land my dream job. 2. I need to get going in ministry again, but I don’t have a seminary degree or divinity degree. 3. I’m a sack of meat slumped in a cheap office chair. 4.

  In this episode we look at the ripple effect of the young Waffle House hero here in Nashville. It seems that good deeds lead to good coming your way. How can we plug in that principle in our own lives? Episode #612 May 18, 2018 Hi, this is Dan Miller – and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show – where each week we take 48 minutes to dive into real life questions about finding your passion, deciding what kind of life you want to live – and then finding or creating work that allows you to show up every day, excited to be able to do something that is meaningful, fulfilling – and profitable. This is where normal, indecision and ambiguity come to die. Welcome to the 48 Days Radio Show. Questions: 1. I’ve never liked a job I’ve had. 2. My only dream is to become a housewife and have a side business 3. I’m in a situation and need out asap. My hands are swollen, achy and my thumb and index fingers are tender and bruised on the tips. 4. I lost a part of my soul just over 2 years ago when I was told I wasn’t