Too many people feel like they have to choose between what they love and being ‘responsible providers’ for their family. Let’s explore ways to do both.Questions:1. I prepared for an event that has now been canceled. Did I just waste my time?2. Can an individual with a DISC personality type of SI, be a good entrepreneur?3. My oldest son is Interested in real estate but I’m hesitant to encourage him because of my own experience.4. Is it wise to go into debt to receive mentoring / coaching on how to better leverage and start your business?5. My day job is soul-crushing but provides 80% of my income. My side job is life-giving but provides 20% of my income.6. I've been working in the healthcare industry for over 25 years as a physician. Everyday I find myself getting more tired of my current work in the medical industry.Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including the DISC Personality Profile and a free guide to personality styles in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/choosing-between-passion-and-money/

I was blown away at the number of you who committed to 30 days of listening to The Strangest Secret. These responses are so inspiring and encouraging to anyone wanting a fresh start. New habits are easy to do - and easy to avoid. You get to choose.Here are some of the comments from those of you who wrote your stories:Questions:1. Even though people consider me a happy person, I had grown accustomed and actually comfortable with negative thoughts and was reaping the fruit of those negative thoughts.2. The more I listened to The Secret the more I realized I had the power to change my life.3. Negative thoughts discouraged me and made me more timid. Scarcity caused me to believe only a full-time job at an employer with benefits was the way to go.4. I have a small garden in my backyard and in one section I planted sunflower seeds. Guess what grew? Sunflowers!5. I had been in a bit of a “rut” for the last year, kind of wishing and hoping things were different or better, but unfortunately not really doing much about it. Just continuing on.6. I think Proverbs 4:23 says it best advising us to guard our heart (mind) above all else, for it determines the course of your life.Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/the-strangest-secret/

It’s hard to be what you have not seen. That’s why I talked two weeks ago about the importance of having mentors. Failure is a learned behavior, as is success. We think what we’ve seen, what we’re watching, is normal.Episode #846 September 02, 2022Questions:1. I got a call to help me get my student loan forgiveness. Should I return that call?2. I”m 36 and doing well. Should I go back to school to get my MBA?3. Is now a bad time to get into real estate sales? PLUS, we’re going to look at “quiet quitting” and “quiet firing”Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including our upcoming Eagles Peak Week, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/success-is-a-learned-behavior/

Without moving into areas where you’ve never been before - areas that cause some fear and anxiety - you can never have anything other than what you already have - what you’ve already experienced. So if you want something other than exactly what you have now, you have to be willing to look into that cave - and go ahead and step inside.Episode #845 August 26, 2022Hi this is Dan Miller - and yes you’re listening to the 48 Days Radio show - where each week we take 48 minutesQuestions:1. I feel a sinking depression in the pit of my belly and in my heart just thinking about going to work tomorrow morning.2. I have a growing sense that preaching is not my passion.3. My problem is I don't know what I really want to do.4. I can do this for myself and make much more money, but there are always big risks.5. Can I make the business I work in my own without it feeling like a betrayal?So my questions for you today are:1. What 'cave' are you peering into right now - seeing nothing but darkness but confident there's something wonderful inside?2. What other individuals or resources do you need to urge you into the cave?3. What examples do you have from your past that are giving you the courage to attempt this?Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including the upcoming Peak Week and our Business Planning Guide in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/risk-and-reward/

Having mentors opened the door for me to move from a clear path toward poverty to the life I get to enjoy today. Your direction is not based on luck, family tradition, the economy or the company - unless you allow it to be. You can choose mentors that will guide you to any success you want if you follow these 5 steps.Episode #844 August 19, 2022Questions:1. Last week I did the unthinkable--I resigned from my position.2. I applied for Food for Thought and wasn't chosen, but I understand why.3. 48 days Eagles and the podcasts of Dan Miller have inspired me to give up the false security of a life sucking high paying sales job to pursue my own small business entrepreneurial dreams.Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including our FREE upcoming Eagles Peak Week, September 6-9, 2022, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/5-steps-to-a-mentor/

This was heard from the teammates of Steph Curry (Golden State Warriors basketball player). In this episode I share an example of his daily practice routine. Would someone who is watching you say this about you? “He’s in love with getting better.”Episode #843 August 12, 2022Questions:1. I have no trouble getting a six-figure job, but I’ve struggled with A.D.D. and have been fired several times - and just got fired again.2. I've been very successful in my professional career, but it isn't my passion. About a year ago I started an online business doing what I love - teaching people to train their dogs for dog sports. It's hard to let go of the high salary I'm currently earning. How do I find the courage to jump in with both feet?Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including a replay of the most popular webinar I’ve ever presented, Spend 15 Hours a Week for Six Months To Generate $4,800 a Month in Your Own Side Business, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/hes-in-love-with-getting-better/

No matter what stage of life you are in, I encourage you to be doing things that will provide benefit six months from now, five years from now, and forty years from now. Create the next season of your life - not as less, but perhaps as more significant - deeper and wiser.Episode #842 August 05, 2022Questions:1. I'm scared of the future now that I'm going to be 60. Scared of "winding down." Scared of being a "has been.”2. Where do I start to look for what is out there to consider, it seems so vast a venture.Get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast, including a download of The Stages of Life and direct links to the recommended books, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/creating-the-next-stage-of-lifeSubmit your Questions to: https://www.48days.com/askdan/ If I use your question we’ll send you an autographed copy of 48 Days to the Work You Love

If you have the mindset for success, having no money is not an issue. Here I describe the two critical things that can keep you moving forward and open up any door of success you want.Episode #841 July 29, 2022Question:What are the two things required to move forward with your success - even with no money?Answer:1. Reading Great Books (I share some of my favorites)2. Knowing Yourself Plus I share some creative ways to get access to coaching and assistance FREE.Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including my FREE 14 Questions for Self Direction and Reflection in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/having-no-money-cant-stop-you-from-success

I’ve got some clear guidelines for you and a contest where you can tell us how you keep negatives out of your life - right here on the 48 Days Podcast. Your mind is like your house and you get to choose who you let in the door.Episode #840 July 22, 2022Questions:1. Dan, you’re making me hate my job more. I think I should stop listening.2. Your podcast is inspiring! It has forced me to revisit a dream that I've considered giving up on.3. I have a ideal job but I really hate it.4. Dan, I've been in a rut for 10 years, maybe longer where I'm merely existing, going through the motions. I'm not happy about any area of my life.5. I have been with the same company for 7 years as a quality assurance clerk. The work is mundane and the leadership in the office is weak.Get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including the YouTube video of The Strangest Secret, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/positive-thinking/ 

Where do you go from here? We’re going to hear from people today who have a variety of challenges in career, family, health and life. What can you do to break unhealthy habits and start a new direction? We've got 14 questions you can ask yourself to get started in the right direction.Episode #839 July 15, 2022Questions:1. Dan, What is your health regiment? What vitamins do you use to give you energy and endurance?2. My younger brother is living his dreams and I feel pretty terrible because I am not.3. I am trying to pick a new career. Should I take an aptitude test?4. I listen to your podcasts every week and they always leave me feeling inspired. But my question is always: To do what?5. I cannot imagine living a life where work isn't the highest priority and use of my time!6Get direct links to the resources mentioned on this podcast, including our new 14 Questions To Clarify Your Direction, in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/unhealthy-habits/Don’t get trapped in “Sanctified Ignorance”Submit your Questions to: https://www.48days.com/askdan/If I use your question we’ll send you an autographed copy of 48 Days to the Work You Love