We just had someone email that he wanted a refund on the only purchase he ever made from 48Days. That was a teleseminar from over a year ago where the cost was $.97 – that’s right – ninety seven cents. He maintained that he was serious – even though he also stated that the teleseminar was very helpful.
Archive - February, 2009
Do You Have PLSD?
Well, here’s a new term for you. There is growing body of evidence that says survivors of layoffs often experience severe feelings of fear, grief, guilt and anger – and it’s called Post-Layoff Survivor Disorder (PLSD). Of course we need a name for any malady, probably a psychiatric category, a way to file an insurance claim – and basically an excuse for the negative feelings. Closely related to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PSTD), Post-Layoff Survivor Disorder victims (meaning you still have your job) should try these tips:
Sell or Starve
To get a job, you have to sell yourself. To start a business or run it successfully, you have to sell a product or service – every day. Gone are the days of “build a better mousetrap and the world will beat a path to your door.” If you are going to be successful in any way you have to learn to sell, and do it well.
Here are statements I’m hearing from people who have not learned how to sell:
- “I’ve applied for lots of jobs but no one’s hiring.”
- “Everywhere I go they tell me I’m over-qualified.”
Free Ideas — and Free Money?
Okay – many of you that I talk to say you are still looking for your great idea. Some of you have your idea but feel you need a chunk of money to get it off the ground. Well, here’s a solution for both. Billionaire Mark Cuban is offering to fund any business that can show a break-even cash flow in 60 days and be profitable in 90. So – no problem getting any amount of money you need (no minimum – no maximum) – if in fact you have a solid business plan. The Mark Cuban Stimulus Plan. And if you still need an idea – no problem. Seth Godin’s current group of 9 six-month MBA candidates just came up with a list of 999 Business Ideas - free for the taking. I believe every single one except #789 has merit. I’m going to study the entire list and find 3-4 to develop myself.
"Successful Failure?"
Dan, I would like to hear more of your thoughts on failure. Since most of us who are trying to live a life with “No More Mondays” are probably going to fail several times, what does a “successful failure” look like? How much should we risk in pursuit of our dreams? As you often say, we must not be paralyzed by our fear of failure but I doubt you would suggest that we risk our marriages, health, homes, etc. while seeking to reach our goals. What do you think is the right balance in this area? Thanks, Eric
