48 Days to the Work You Love Internet Radio Show

There are some that believe to give means having nothing left for yourself. The error in this thinking is that no one can make any real impact if they are giving from an empty cup. This is why one must fill their cup first, before being able to give to others. This week’s questions address the value of investing in YOURSELF — not only for you but everyone around you. Questions: How can I best help my neighbor? I only make $15 an hour.  How could I give to others or spend on myself? Is it selfish to spend money ... Read More

Questions: Dan why am I not happy in my new success? Would you rather be safe, secure, all your needs taken care – but know your in captivity – Or open to risk, danger and uncertainty but totally free? Good News More questions Cliff Feightner poem: What is the work that we choose Does it give us joy or the blues Will it stick in our head Like a thought that we dread Make us constantly feel like we lose Quotation: “There’s always free cheese in a mousetrap.” Tweet This Show Notes: Episode – 10-06-17 Title: N/A Subtitle: N/A Summary: ... Read More

Questions: I have been driving a truck for 3 years, but really dislike my job. There are a lot of high school students meandering their way into college without any sort of direction. I have been an electro-mechanical technician for the last 30 years but now at my age, I am getting to where I can’t do the things I used to. I would try sales, but I don’t know how to show transferrable skills on my resume and show past employment that doesn’t look like a technician resume. HELP! Amazon Merch Good News More questions Cliff Feightner poem: When the unexpected ... Read More

Questions: I find it very frustrating when you say if anyone wants a job they can find one. I’m more than a sales coordinator – what can I call myself? All my decisions are made with “making art” as my final goal.  How can I do that? Any ideas on what I could do as a pilot that could help me and my family? Good News. More questions. Cliff Feightner poem: This is a day you won’t dread Especially if you’ve followed and read Dan’s teachings and books Gave them more than just looks You’ll love how you go earning your ... Read More

Questions this week: Is there an audience for my cat blog? If a 6-yr-old can do it, you can too. How can I stay positive with negative family members all around me? I’m a 28-year-old single mom, with one child.  Are there ways of becoming successful even after filing bankruptcy?Plus Good News and more questions. Cliff Feightner poem: You have to come up with a plan If you don’t want to just work for the man To upwardly move Your life should improve Start with you and include your whole clan Quotation: “All I do is eat and sleep. Eat and ... Read More

Questions This Week: I’ve worked ridiculously hard to face and resolve my fears but at 40 I’m still struggling. I would like to leave my job and work full on my side projects but being realistic, at what point should I leave my job? In the webinar you mentioned a woman who got into voice over work and last year grossed $106,000. Can you connect me with her? I am happy to be the first blind person taking the new online 48Days course so that I can let you know if there’s anything that can be adjusted to make things ... Read More

Questions this week: Dan, I want to give your listeners ”5 Things Your Wife Wants You To Know (but probably hasn’t told you)” Can I do outside sales on the side without telling my current employer? I would like to have a full time ministry serving our Lord and defending my Christian  faith. I have been struggling as an online cartoonist for nearly 8 years now. How can I narrow down my core message to the one thing I have to share with the world? Good News More questions Cliff Feightner poem: When your creative well seems dry One thing you need ... Read More

Questions This Week: I’ve got a conviction on my record.  How can I possibly get an opportunity? I recently stepped out of doing ministry in the church, and I still feel some sort of guilt about it. Currently, I am approximately $260,000 in debt. I’m struggling in determining where to start and would love some advice and direction. Plus good news and great stories on how 48 Days To the Work You Love is working for you. We are all called to ministry — some as engineers, construction workers, bankers, authors, speakers or coaches. Those are equally sacred opportunities for ministry. ... Read More

You have to be odd Questions for this week’s Podcast: I am a dreamer and know God has given me talents, but I’m not sure how to pursue them. I’m a 59-year-old career pastor transitioning out of church ministry due to caring for elderly parents. I would like to move to a new city because I think there might be more opportunity in my field. Plus some good news! Cliff Feightner poem this week: If you find that part of your quest Is wanting to be your best You need to prepare For changes out there Be ready for every ... Read More

The Magic of Thinking Big When you believe I-can-do-it, the How-to-do-it develops.  Don’t “Fake it till you make it” but rather “Tell the truth in advance.”  In this episode I review the timeless classic, The Magic of Thinking Big and share 5 simple action steps to overcome fear and amplify your success. “Try to feel defeated and smile big at the same time.  You can’t.”— David Schwartz, author The Magic of Thinking Big [Tweet This] Show Notes: Episode – 08-11-17 Title: N/A Subtitle: N/A Summary: In this episode, Dan addresses a recurring theme found in his podcast; the idea of thinking BIG. ... Read More

I’d like to be a brother like that– A listener is leaving her psychotherapy practice to go help an ailing cousin.  With the opportunities we have today, are you in a position to move, help a friend or relative, and still continue to live fully yourself?  You can be a brother, cousin – or wife, husband, sister, mom that other people admire.  Put yourself in a position to give generously.   Questions This Week: I have an opportunity to do a 60 second elevator pitch for my dream job. Help! I am wanting to inspire a very poor teenager.  What book should I have ... Read More

How can I make my spouse more like me? I didn’t say how can I make my spouse like me more. I said how can I make my spouse more like me.  There’s a tendency for us to want others to see the world in the same way we do.  To like the things we like and to have the same views and values as we do.  What happens if you’re living with someone who sees the world differently?      Questions this week: How can an older construction worker develop new sources of income? How can I find new coaching clients?  Can ... Read More

Are you a passionately curious person? Albert Einstein said “I have no special talents.  I am only passionately curious.”  What does that mean?  Can we learn to be passionately curious?  What happens if we are not?  Don’t miss out on what’s right in front of you.    Questions this week: What does it mean to be passionately curious? What music can I use on my podcast? How can I be a full-time music therapist? What’s happening in the 48DaysEagles community? And I’ve got good news –  And a whole lot more questions if we get to them. “Everyone is given ... Read More

What happens when the dog catches the car? Most of us spend our entire lives chasing the dream of having enough.  What happens when that goal is met?  Do we stop, or is there reason to keep working anyway?  One listener is facing that challenge and Dan talks about life purpose in this episode.   Do you think some sort of good news could be a meaningful, purposeful, and profitable business? I’m a 45 y/o woman & have no idea what my purpose or passion is. My wife refuses to think about long-range plans. How much should I charge my ... Read More

Guess what – I just bought the farm! History tells us that when a military jet crashes on a farm the farmer typically gets the government to pay off the mortgage on that farm.  And thus the saying, “He bought the farm” refers to someone dying.  But then there’s the positive side of just deciding to have a small farm.  I’ve got an opportunity where you might just be able to do that – for $300. Do you think the benefits of homeschooling outweigh the costs?  And How can we nurture the entrepreneurial spirit of our children? How do you feel ... Read More