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/

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

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  

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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

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/