I have an MBA but no JOB I have multiple degrees, but little actual experience. I’m currently at a job that has no challenges, nowhere to go grow, and where I’m not treated well due to the hierarchy. I still know there’s lots more for me as far as work and making a difference in this world – how do I know what that is? I make about 80k a yr but I feel lost. I’ve lost my passion and on top of that I’m ADD. “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs [Tweet This]   If you have a question, send it to me at askdan@48Days.com Show Notes: Episode – 01-13-17 Title: N/A Subtitle: N/A Summary: In this episode, Dan Miller tackles a very common issue in the US – people who are highly educated and have trouble finding a job. He also talks to people on the flip side who have that well-paying job, but find themselves wanting. This week’s theme is how to start the new year with hope for your career regardless of your starting point. Listen as Dan walks us through a number of success stories and questions from people needing help in their journey to finding the work they love. Sponsored By: Go to audible.com/48Days and get a free audio of 365 Thank Yous: The Year a Simple Act of Daily Gratitude Changed My Life Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:14 – Preview of Today’s Show on I have an MBA but no JOB I have multiple degrees, but little actual experience I’m currently at a job that has no challenges, nowhere to go grow, and where I’m not treated well due to the hierarchy I still know there’s lots more for me as far as work and making a difference in this world – how do I know what that is? I make about $80K a year but I feel lost. I’ve lost my passion and on top of that I’m ADD “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs 02:22 – Go to com/48Days and get a free audio of 365 Thank Yous: The Year a Simple Act of Daily Gratitude Changed My Life 03:00 – A success story from Keith 03:01 – A simple thanks to 48 Days 03:52 – Lucas also shares his success story 03:56 – Lucas is an HVAC Subcontractor 04:02 – He gets to keep old equipment for free or sometimes at $15-25 04:16 – He sells them for $250 each, sells for parts, or take what’s left to recycling and still gets paid 04:58 – Dan shares about their HVAC unit in the sanctuary 06:06 – A message from Tom who has a seasonal job that has just ended 06:33 – Tom found a part in the 48 Days book about losing a job 06:52 – His immediate goal now is to fill his life with positivity 07:07 – Tom says “thanks” for adding value to his life 07:51 – Dan tells about the dinner they had last night for Coaching with Excellence 08:10 – Dan met Graham who came to Coaching with Excellence in 2014 08:28 – Graham Honeycutt said he wrote a blog a couple of months ago that became his most viewed blog 08:36 – The title was “My Failure in Building an Email List” 08:56 – “In my failure in building my email list, I succeeded in building a relationship list” 09:08 – “I’ve stopped focusing on building an email list” 09:30 – Graham changed his strategy 09:42 – He sent notes or called the people he had relationship with to get in touch 10:38 – The response was very positive: acquired 8 speaking engagements, coaching, and picked up other clients 11:12 – Checkout his website at grahamhoneycutt.com 13:25 – FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days 14:34 – A question from Adam, “How would you look for a job in a different state or country from the one you live in?” 14:47 – Adam works in South Korea but wants to find a job and move back to the US with his wife 15:07 – Dan, in 48 Days, doesn’t look for in-person interviews 15:28 – Make multiple contacts 15:36 – Most interviews can be done via online video calls 16:07 – Jean says, I have multiple degrees, but little actual experience 16:27 – She hasn’t had a job since 2013, but is helping her fiance with his business 16:40 – Her fiance wants Jean to get a job to contribute to the bills 16:51 – “I just don’t know what to do” 17:03 – Jean has a MBA and a MHA 17:30 – Dan advises Jean to read the 48 Days book thoroughly 17:58 – Dan does NOT encourage Jean to start with the Coaching with Excellence event on Mother’s Day weekend 18:52 – Dan doesn’t want Jean to borrow money to attend an event that might not be a fit her 19:31 – Look for a traditional job 19:52 – Elizabeth says, I’m currently at a job that has no challenges, nowhere to go grow, and where I’m not treated well due to the hierarchy 20:13 – Elizabeth graduated with two degrees – International Politics and Foreign Language (German and Russian) 20:19 – She’s actively applying for other jobs 20:36 – “It seems that no one wants to hire me” 21:06 – Your resume is 2/10 21:43 – In your name, if you have an M.D. – it’s confusing 22:13 – Start with an objective 23:00 – Remove “General Studies” from your educational background 23:58 – HIghlight your special skills 24:31 – The problem is that your skills may apply to 99% of people in the planet – put something that stands out from the rest 25:05 – Get rid of the generic stuff and be specific 25:19 – CPR and Yoga certifications do not relate unless you apply to these companies 25:57 – Frame yourself as a viable candidate 26:43 – Archie says, I still know there’s lots more for me as far as work and making a difference in this world – how do I know what that is? 27:18 – “Your job should not be the only source of meaning and purpose in your life” 28:02 – Issues like this are dealt in depth at The new 48 Days Eagles membership site – which is now live 28:35 – 4 Areas in the 48 Days Eagles site: beginning career seeker, career advancement candidate, the hopeful entrepreneur, and growing business owner 30:27 – Dan shares a similar story 30:58 – Establish boundaries for what you can do 32:14 – Eric says, I make about $80K a year but I feel lost. I’ve lost my passion and on top of that I’m ADD 33:46 – You are not the same person as you were 20 years ago 34:01 – What would you do if you weren’t in this? 34:13 – Dan mentions Steven Mason who brainstormed with his wife 34:44 – He’s a musician who decided to be a barber 35:04 – Steven got a license and opened up his barber shop 35:47 – “None of us are trapped in what we’re doing” 36:19 – Start with what you love and follow your curiosity 36:57 – Kelly recommends a book, A Simple Act of Gratitude: How Learning to Say Thank You Changed My Life 37:29 – You can get the book at audible 38:02 – Elliot asks if he can get in contact with a person with books in the public domain 38:30 – My interview with Aaron Kerr on Public Domain books 39:26 – timelessreads.com 39:37 – Hannah is a writer who writes books for children 39:58 – She is asking for help in marketing 40:00 – Hannah found Dan on Michael Hyatt’s site 40:30 – Good and bad news 40:51 – Children’s books don’t make money 42:01 – Dan is tired of talking to people who had been sold something not appropriate for them 43:29 – Dan launches Innovate again, in May 44:10 – Dan stopped doing the event because people who are attracted to it are at level 0 44:27 – “We want to encourage people but we want to be a realistic fit” 46:03 – Dan does NOT want to be a source of false hope for people 47:01 – The new 48 Days Eagles membership site – now live! 47:31 – Dan closes today’s podcast 3 Key Points: Build your relationships list and recognize its value – you will be surprised by what it can bring you. How you present yourself and your unique abilities in your resume can make all the difference when it comes to landing that job. Your job should NOT be the only source of meaning and purpose in your life.   Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan The new 48 Days Eagles membership site – now live! Go to com/48Days and get a free audio of 365 Thank Yous: The Year a Simple Act of Daily Gratitude Changed My Life My interview with Aaron Kerr on Public Domain books FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days Coaching with Excellence – May 25-26, August 31-Sept 1, 2017 The Ultimate Advantage Cruise – leaving from Ft. Lauderdale, FL Feb 12-19th, 2017 Credits: Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives

Here’s how you can grow your soul How can I do teen coaching without an office? Can I really organize an art cruise? Do I have the character traits and qualities required to go from an airline pilot to a successful entrepreneur? I’m a 30-yr-old starving artist.  What can I do? “Practice any art, however well or badly, not to get money and fame, but to find out what’s inside you, to make your soul grow.”  Kurt Vonnegut [Tweet This]   Show Notes: Episode – 01-06-17 Title: N/A Subtitle: N/A Summary: In this episode, Dan Miller welcomes the new year with a number of success stories from our listeners, including a story of how a listener paid off $400K in debt within a year. This week’s theme is about how you can grow your soul—in other words, how you can develop your passion and interests while still being mindful of the need to earn. Listen as Dan answers questions relating to this week’s theme and discusses the ways in which you connect your passion to your work. Sponsored By: Casper Mattresses – Use the code SleepYouLove to get $50 off any purchase and free shipping Harrys.com – use 48Days as the code to get $5.00 off your purchase of Dan’s favorite razor Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:39 – Preview of Today’s Show on Here’s how you can grow your soul How can I do teen coaching without an office? Can I really organize an art cruise? Do I have the character traits and qualities required to go from an airline pilot to a successful entrepreneur? I’m a 30-yr-old starving artist. What can I do? “Practice any art, however well or badly, not to get money and fame, but to find out what’s inside you, to make your soul grow.” – Kurt Vonnegut 02:06 – Go to com/sleepyoulove AND use promo code – sleepyoulove – to save $50 off your purchase of the most amazing mattress you’ve ever slept on 03:31 – Donna shares her success story 03:44 – Donna had $400K in debt on January 1, 2015 03:52 – She focused on eliminating all her debt using her skills and talents 04:04 – She opened a business 04:09 – On December 15, 2016, Donna was completely debt-free 04:46 – Dan previously talked about his friend, Pierce Marrs, who puts up real estate signs 05:12 – Dan told Pierce to put the information in an ebook 06:06 – Get the ebook at Sign Hustle Book for $8 by using the promo code: 48Days (listed on Amazon for $15.99) 07:40 – Dan shares Scott’s story in joining the Advantage Cruise 08:00 – “We encourage people to be champions” 08:18 – Share your stories at AskDan 08:42 – FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to 48Days listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days 09:56 – Nick asks how to package his name without looking like a “jack of all trades” 10:55 – Don’t try to do all things together 11:14 – Keep them separate, as individual skillsets 11:42 – Spencer asks, Can I really organize an art cruise? 11:58 – After being laid off, Spencer pursued his art career with a passion 12:02 – His income is now on the same level of his previous salary 12:12 – His income streams are from teaching workshops 12:25 – Spencer thinks of combining his desire to come to Alaska with his passion to paint through an art cruise 12:45 – He has never been on a cruise and has zero knowledge about it 13:05 – Dan mentions joining a cruise like The Ultimate Advantage Cruise – leaving from Ft. Lauderdale, FL Feb 12-19th, 2017 13:49 – Dan uses the company, Like MInded Travels for their cruise 14:04 – Chris, the founder, is in Dan’s mastermind group 14:22 – Email him at chris@likemindedtravels.com 15:39 – Dan reads a piece written by Kurt Vonnegut, “Practice any art, however well or badly, not to get money and fame, but to find out what’s inside you, to make your soul grow.” 17:41 – Mike asks about Jim Cockrum’s ebook on Amazon 18:41– For all of you wanting to know—this is how to sell on Amazon 19:08 – Rebecca asks about Amy, who was a pharmacist who now sells on Amazon 19:58 – Leigh sent a message, How can I do teen coaching without an office? 20:26 – Leigh asks if it’s appropriate to meet the teens and their parents in public places like the library 20:36 – Leigh’s website is alittlepeptalk.com 20:58 – Dan shares about when he went into an open house 21:08 – It was a beautiful old house that was converted into a co-working space 21:42 – Check it out at thelodgefranklin.com 21:47 – Dan had an “Executive Suite” program when he was starting his coaching business 21:59 – It was a shared office space – 6-8 hours/$80/month 22:28 – Dan became friends with the building owner 22:38 – Dan held seminars in the conference room about starting businesses 22:42 – The owner was old school and was thrilled to learn that he didn’t need capital to start a business 22:58 – He gave Dan free access to his whole building in return for sitting in on Dan’s seminars 24:02 – Dan got a Zoom call yesterday and was asked where he was 24:22 – Dan was in a garage that was made into a co-working space 25:25 – To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan 25:35 – Todd seeks advice, Do I have the character traits and qualities required to go from an airline pilot to a successful entrepreneur? 26:30 – Dan appreciates the heart of what Todd wants to do 27:06 – Dan already sent the complete new version of 48 Days to the Work You Love to Todd 27:51 – A worksheet is also available on the new version 28:04 – Dan enumerates the 18 questions to know if you have the character traits to be a successful entrepreneur 30:01 – Make sure to match the business with what you know about yourself as an individual 30:53 – Invest your time if you don’t have money 31:32 – Randy says, How can I capitalize in my follow-up phone calls if the company or organization is out of my state? 32:09 – “The geography of where you are has never been less important than it is now” 32:27 – Block out two weeks in an area then schedule interviews during that time 32:49 – You need to show up and be there 33:09 – Robert says, I’m a 30-yr-old starving artist. What can I do? 33:57 – What was your intention when you got a degree in theater? 34:21 – Acting jobs being “hit and miss” does not mean you you can’t be successful 34:46 – Luck is when preparation meets opportunity 35:51 – Dan mentions Macaroni Grill, which is famous for skilled waitstaff musicians 36:53 – Put yourself in positions and keep working on your skills diligently 37:11 – Dan will send you a book, The Empowered Artist by Bob Baker 37:47 – Another thing artists deal with is how they view money 38:20 – Bob will be in Innovate this year, which will be on May 11 and 12 39:31 – Dan will be doing more themed podcasts while they’re on the Ultimate Advantage Cruise 40:06 – Dan received a note that says, “I only accept the success I feel that I deserve” 40:28 – How do you have a mindset that attracts and welcomes money? 41:57 – Steven sent a message saying his business is growing, but is also struggling as he finds it difficult to find people to help him grow 42:51 – Steven needs a person to help him with social media and marketing 43:21 – Look for a virtual assistant on online or on virtualstafffinder.com 44:26 – Bart asks if he should move from getting paid to the things he does outside of his job? 44:30 – Bart makes websites and provides content and newsletters about birds, like Zebra Finches 45:13 – Bart is afraid people will stop following his website if he charges money 46:18 – Bart has the option to sell physical products rather than information 46:36 – Membership sites can also be feasible 47:17 – Dan shares the new 48 Days Eagles membership site 48:43 – Coaching with Excellence – January 12-13, 2017 49:00 – The Ultimate Advantage Cruise – leaving from Ft. Lauderdale, FL Feb 12-19th, 2017 49:19– Dan closes today’s podcast 3 Key Points: Match your business to your strengths and your personality as an individual. Invest time if you don’t have money; invest money, if you don’t have time. DON’T start a business if you don’t have either. You don’t have to sacrifice your passion for a job—look for options that give you a paycheck and, at the same time, enhances your skills and feeds your passion.   Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan The new 48 Days Eagles membership site – just get on the list for upcoming information Go to com/sleepyoulove AND use promo code – sleepyoulove – to save $50 off your purchase of the most amazing mattress you’ve ever slept on FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days For all of you wanting to know how to sell on Amazon Pierce Marrs’ Sign Hustle book Coaching with Excellence – January 12-13, 2017 The Ultimate Advantage Cruise – leaving from Ft. Lauderdale, FL Feb 12-19th, 2017   Credits: Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives

Do you really need to go back to school to unlock your dream? Can you find the seed of your best opportunity in what you’re doing now? Has all of your experience up to now been a waste? Are you really “starting over” or just ready to benefit from your preparation? Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan The new 48 Days Eagles membership site – just get on the list for upcoming information https://www.48days.com/experience Dan’s premiere coaching process Free Goal Setting Worksheets https://www.48days.com/goals Our free book – “Acres of Diamonds” “Acres of Diamonds” (FULL audiobook) Lead the Field – audio program by Earl Nightingale based on the “Acres of Diamonds” story Coaching with Excellence The Ultimate Advantage Cruise https://www.48days.com/find-best-opportunity/  

Can I think my way into being rich? Can I think my way into being a well known author? Can I think my way into being a great wife or husband? Can I think my way into having a Mercedes in the driveway? Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan PAX Financial – for the free gift Ten Effective Strategies to Build a Money Legacy Within Your Grandchildren.  Just go to https://paxfinancialgroup.com/48Days The new 48 Days Eagles membership site– just get on the list for upcoming information https://www.48days.com/experience   Dan’s premiere coaching process Free Goal Setting Worksheets – https://www.48days.com/2017 Go to com/sleepyouloveAND use promo code – sleepyoulove – to save $50 off your purchase of the most amazing mattress you’ve ever slept on https://www.48days.com/really-become-think/  

My $80K/year job doesn’t interest me nor does it utilize my skills and talents I’m feeling very unfulfilled, like I’m letting my family down, like I could be doing something so much better, making a much better contribution. Should I work on my weaknesses or focus on my strengths? I’m a framing carpenter and believe me, it’s not a passion of mine but just a way to pay the bills. Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan The new 48 Days Eagles membership site – just get on the list for upcoming information https://www.48days.com/experience   Dan’s premiere coaching process Free Goal Setting Worksheets – https://www.48days.com/2017 Go to com/sleepyouloveAND use promo code – sleepyoulove – to save $50 off your purchase of the most amazing mattress you’ve ever slept on https://www.48days.com/time-giving-well/  

I’m starting over at age 48 I have an associate’s degree in computer science, but sadly live in an area that is severely lacking in software development jobs. I’ve been preaching full-time for almost ten years and I’m LOST. Should I leave a good job paying $80K for a jump to $90K? Will you connect me with the wild bird feeding lady? Stories of gratitude. Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan PAX Financial– for the free gift Ten Effective Strategies to Build a Money Legacy Within Your Grandchildren.  Just go tohttps://paxfinancialgroup.com/48Days The new 48 Days Eagles membership site – just get on the list for upcoming information https://www.48days.com/experience   Dan’s premiere coaching process Free Goal Setting Worksheets – https://www.48days.com/2017 Go to com/sleepyouloveAND use promo code – sleepyoulove – to save $50 off your purchase of the most amazing mattress you’ve ever slept on Go to comright now to get a limited edition holiday shave set, and don’t forget to enter promo code – 48days – at checkout for $5 off. https://www.48days.com/lived-better-location/  

Do you think I can start a Wild Bird Feeding Service? I’m making $19/hour selling free horse manure Have you ever thought about creating a career journal? Can I train others how to increase their productivity as I have? Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan The new 48 Days Eagles membership site – just get on the list for upcoming information https://www.48days.com/experience   Dan’s premiere coaching process Free Goal Setting Worksheets – https://www.48days.com/goals Go to com/sleepyouloveAND use promo code – sleepyoulove – to save $50 off your purchase of the most amazing mattress you’ve ever slept on https://www.48days.com/dream-life-youve-given/  

Can I continue to make progress on my goals even through the holidays? How can I move forward on my dreams with this level of fear and hate in our country? Should I go back to school for dental hygiene because of better pay? Can I really make money coaching other people? https://www.48days.com/my-thanksgiving-is-perpetual/  

I’ve downloaded the PDF and noticed three of these items (Financial, family, and spiritual) do not apply to me. I don’t have family and don’t plan to start one. I have no spirituality in my life. I don’t care about my finances. How do I schedule interviews when I’m currently working full time? How can I create residual income as a Spanish interpreter? Should my son work this summer or apply for college scholarships? I love the ministry work I’m doing but we’re Financially strained and my wife’s health is failing. Resources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan Claim your Free Trial Set and post shave balm at HARRYS.COM/48days FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days Go to com/sleepyouloveAND use promo code – SleepYouLove – to save $50 off your purchase of the most amazing mattress you’ve ever slept on 48 Days Coaching Mastery Program – for those wanting to build a high level business in coaching https://www.48days.com/one-day-finally-knew/  

Can I still have a meaningful life after 65? Do entrepreneurs take these kind of risks all the time? Here are 50 Ways for Artists to Achieve Their Goals I feel like I’m on an abusive roller coaster with myself. How can I schedule interviews when I’m working full time? I Know I’m smart I know I’m talented I know I have so much I could do why do I continue to hold myself back how do I get past this rut? esources Mentioned: To ask Dan a question for the podcast – AskDan 48days.com/you – Free Personality Style Overview 48Days.com/Mondays – Dan’s 5-step process for dealing with change com/48Days– to claim your Free Trial Set and post shave balm. That’s  HARRYS.COM/48days PAX Financial– Claim your FREE Ten Effective Strategies to Build a Money Legacy Within Your Grandchildren HERE FreshBooksis offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to https://www.freshbooks.com/48days Go to com/sleepyouloveAND use promo code – SleepYouLove – to save $50 off your purchase of the most amazing mattress you’ve ever slept on https://www.48days.com/video – If you’re just getting started on the 48 Days process The Ultimate Advantage Cruise – February 2017 48 Days Coaching Mastery Program – for those wanting to build a high level business in coaching Personal Mission Statement – free form to create your own Raising Creative and Entrepreneurial Kids – the podcast where Joanne and Dan talk about ways kids can make money https://www.48days.com/man-can-must/