It takes a massive amount of power to get a locomotive to simply move the first 2 inches. That’s you - it takes a massive amount of energy to start anything - to progress that first 2 inches. And here’s the startling reality. You can stop that locomotive from ever going those first 2 inches with a simple 1 inch block under the front wheel. It can’t generate enough energy to get over even a small impediment placed in a strategic position when trying to start from a standstill. But once you get moving you reach momentum where you can break through even big obstacles. What's stopping you from moving those first 2 inches? Don't let a toothpick hold you back. Questions: 1. Dan What are your skills and abilities, your personality traits, and your values, dreams, and passions? 2. Dan, do you have any words for my seniors who are pursuing a career in the creative and performing arts? 3. I am admittedly fearful about a change, but more fearful to miss this opportunity for the combined work & life I love. 4. So, how do I breakaway from my dad’s orbit? 5. I mostly invest time, not money into myself. Just don't see any possible ROI. To find out more and get direct links to the resources mentioned in the podcast, including the quiz to help you determine if you’re ready to become a coach, check out the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/i-can-stop-your-progress/.

Usually those unexpected and unwelcome interruptions are God’s gift to us for prompting us to explore, learn and grow into new levels of success and fulfillment. Don’t squander this opportunity you’ve been given. Uncertainty can present you with many options that you may overlook when things are “certain.” Questions: 1. I’m afraid of letting people down, not bringing enough value, or disappointing them. 2. I'm stuck. I'm at a stalemate...my children are graduating from high school,I'm finishing my Masters degree yet I still feel unfulfilled. I don't know what to do next. 3. Why is it so expensive to receive help? Those who genuinely need and want the help......cant get it! WHY??? 4. Over the years I have grown comfortable in misery, distracted, negative, lazy, uncertain, powerless, mediocre, etc. 5. I'm also afraid of doing something that would hurt my family. I'd rather over plan and take my time than make a rash decision that they must pay for. 6. Things are so uncertain right now, I find it’s suppressing any clarity. Summary Points 1. Uncertainty can present you with many options that you may overlook when things are “certain.” 2. What could you do if you simply believed you had the skills, drive, and intellect to be a millionaire? 3. You have ready access to the resources to bring your dream to life. 4. “Our only limitation……..lies in the development and use of our imagination.” Find out more in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/uncertainty/

You are not in a prison - except for how you are viewing it. Stop charging by the hour. Start being paid for the value you are creating and it can dramatically change your satisfaction and income. Here's an example of how you could do that as a nurse - or with any specialized skill. Questions: 1. Same prison, different cell 2. How do you know if the ideas you have fit together as one business, or if you are casting your net too wide? 3. I need help prioritizing... am in transition for the 2nd time in 18 months... 8th time in my +25 year career and tired of that! 4. After much consideration and jumping to and fro, I decided to hand in my resignation letter and give my parents (my employer) 3 months heads up. 5. Are there any trustworthy patent attorneys out there? Get the direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast, including my free guide: Side Biz Freedom - 10 Ideas for a Profitable Side Biz in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/key-to-work-freedom/

We're told 81% of Americans say they have a book in them. Personally, I think a lot of those should stay right where they are - inside them. Not every story needs to be shared with the world. Let's save the trees and also save the needless dissension caused by thousands of books that are being thrown out to the world. But if you do have a message worth sharing there is a process for doing it well. In this conversation, author Jonathan Milligan and I discuss his new book, Your Message Matters. Questions: 1. Does everyone really have some kind of special gift? 2. Is there really room for everyone to have a unique message that is worthy of sharing? 3. What are some ways people can share their message? 4. Tell us a couple effective ways to connect with an audience who cares about our message. 5. Do you think everyone is capable of turning their unique message into a profitable business? To get direct links to more information on these topics plus the link to get Jonathan Milligan’s new book free (just pay shipping and handling), go to the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/your-message-matters/.

Being successful requires more than having a great product or knowing something well. It requires continued learning, marketing what you have, and selling to a customer. That applies to getting a job, keeping a job, getting a promotion, or starting your own business. Do those and you can succeed in any way you want. Questions: 1. After 8 years and only making $10-20K, is it time to stop? 2. Do I have to start a second business to sell my art? 3. Can I join the 48 Days Eagles before I’m well established in my business? 4. Why do people fail to take action after they’ve been coached in what to do? 5. Are you sitting on top of a Liquid Paper kind of idea? Get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including free access to my workbook Who Are You and Why Are You Here as well as the book I’m reading right now in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/why-do-you-stay-stuck/

How long should I starve in my passion before getting a real job again? Do we always assume following our passion is risky and insecure while a "real job" provides the security we seek? It may not be as predictable but the big rewards never come from a secure, predictable path. Questions: 1. I quit my $80K job to become a starving artist. How long should I wait before just signing up for a "real job" again? 2. Do you think it's possible to have a successful online business these days with little to no social media presence? 3. I've been part of a family business for almost 30 years out of obligation. It’s time to find my own path. 4. The pandemic has essentially Eliminated my current career. I'm turning 55 and completely willing to pivot. Get more info, including the breakdown of the 15 hour per week model as well as direct links including a special link to try the 48 Days Eagles Community for 30 days for $4.80 (for a limited time), in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/real-job/

Have you ever felt like you had to choose? What does your life now tell us about the choices you've made? In this conversation with Michael Hyatt he shares how to sleep more as a way of accomplishing more. How to enjoy a "profitable pause" as a surprising way to succeed more. And how to start the process of winning more, no matter where you are today. Questions: 1. Tell us about that day that gave you your biggest win and also the pain of a big failure. 2. Don’t we have to work more hours to accomplish more? 3. How is “balance” different from spending time equally in the important areas of life? 4. Is there really such a thing as a “profitable pause?” 5. Can a person in a traditional job win at work and succeed in life as you’re describing? Get the direct link to Michael Hyatt’s new Book Win At Work and Succeed At Life with the great special bonuses in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/win-at-work-or-at-home/

I really don't think God is mean and capricious as you suspect. Just take responsibility for your success and know that the door is as open as to anyone in the world. But you have to create a plan of action. Handing your life over to God does not mean walking away from your desires and passions – rather, it means finding authentic ways to make those passions come alive. Questions: 1. God has given me a passion that is completely mismatched with the opportunities in my life. 2. When I read this in 48 Days I stopped dead in my tracks. 3. Now that I have my own business, how do I find great employees? 4. Am I too old to begin the process of creating my own business? 5. How Can I grow my comedy blog following and deliver more value to them? Get direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast PLUS additional resources on these topics in the show notes at https://www.48days.com/discerning-gods-will-for-my-life/

You're right to question spending any money or time in any self-help program. But don’t slam the door completely. Ask yourself if being too cautious or suspicious is helping you create a better life. If you won’t spend $24 on the chance that you could dramatically change your life – you’re probably being way too cautious. And being suspicious of every new idea will keep you trapped in the same life you have now. Questions: 1. Dan, are you out there? Is there really any hope? Do you really have some workable solutions for the rest of us? Or are you just cashing in our insecurities? 2. At night, I often can't shut down the worry and feel guilty about laying in bed, neither sleeping nor getting anything done. 3. I am a 62 year old female that has worked for 45 years as a secretary in different fields. I am currently working on being a home based gluten free baker. How do I get my head out of my XXX and get things moving? 4. How should I invest $1000 a month to grow my wealth? 5. Can I make a business out of being a do-it-yourself remodeling consultant? Get direct links to the resources mentioned in this podcast, including the Business Planning Guide in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/is-there-hope/

We play off our intro song - Takin Care of Business. If "you wake up every morning to your alarm clock's warning" you probably aren't getting enough sleep. With work that you love and getting ample sleep, you won't need an alarm clock. Here's a process for doing both. Questions: 1. What if you don’t see anything on your three year horizon other than more of the same of what you are doing now, and what you were doing three years ago? 2. Should I stick with my current employer for the next 10 years until I do what I really enjoy? 3. I'm 42 years old and in a place of extreme aggravation and frustration. 4. My wife is afraid I’ll outgrow her. 5. I’m honoring my wife and killing myself. Get direct links to the resources mentioned on the podcast, including the new 48 Days To Master Your Mindset Course and Google's new certification programs in the podcast show notes at https://www.48days.com/throw-out-your-alarm-clock/