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Issue 382 -- November 13,
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You’re not smart enough for this…..?
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4. Humor
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Dear John
"Testing",
Thanksgiving is almost here – and Christmas will be right behind.
My recommendation is that you have your goals for 2008 set by
November 15th. That will allow you to enjoy the holidays with a
rested mind and the positive anticipation of knowing you’ve already
decided what the New Year will bring.
Whatever the circumstances, the economy or the weather, you still
choose the direction of your life. Nothing can make you a victim –
unless you allow that. Decide now to begin the best year of
your life so far.
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“Often people attempt to live their lives backwards: they try
to have more things, or more money, in order to do more of what
they want so that they will be happier. The way it actually works
is the reverse. You must first be who you really are, then, do what
you need to do, in order to have what you want.” Margaret
Young
*To view this newsletter on our website in full html, please go to http://www.48days.com/newsletter.php
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In doing research on
current job trends I came across this notice to job-seekers from
probably the best-known outplacement firm in the country. (This is
the exact wording.)
”In order to enter one of our outplacement programs, we require
sponsorship by an employee's company. The reason we cannot accept
people without corporate sponsorship is that we cannot overcome the
awkward ethical/functional dilemma inherent in working with an
'unsponsored' individual. Good outplacement requires the freedom to
counsel the client even when their wants conflict with their needs.
In a 'retail' relationship, both parties are either consciously or
subconsciously prone to define the client as a customer and
therefore the ultimate arbiter of what is right or wrong
tactically.”
It appears pretty obvious that they don’t expect you to be
qualified to be in the driver’s seat for any of the process of
getting a new job. So please allow me to interpret their message
for you.
To start with, you certainly can’t afford the
$4000-$6000 we are going to charge your company to hold your hand
in this process. Secondly, you really aren’t smart enough to know
what’s best for you. And thirdly we are really good at simply
duplicating the miserable life you had previously and don’t want to
be bothered by taking the time to hear about your personal dreams
and passions at this stage of your life. We don’t have the
experience or the inclination to help you create your own unique
and perhaps non-traditional work path. Don’t bore us with terms
like personal fulfillment, finding your mission in life, or having
work you love. We’re pros at putting your behind in the next
cubicle in this non-ending series of boring chapters in your life.
I certainly hope this
approach would make you run the other way. You most assuredly
should be in the driver’s seat for any transition in your own
job/life. No one knows as much or cares as much as you. Yes, you
may be able to benefit from a friend, a coach or couselor, but you
don’t want an organization to take over and treat you like a robot.
85% of the process of finding proper direction and fulfilling God’s
purpose comes from looking inward – only 15% from looking at work
history and credentials. Only you are qualified to see these subtle
patterns that embrace your passions, your relationships, and the
things that give you a sense of joy and meaning. Don’t allow
circumstances or a prescribed “outplacement” plan make decisions
that you deserve to make. Some fancy organization may be able to
squeeze you into a “job” but they aren’t likely to help you create
the “life” you want.
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48
Days Online Radio Show
Thanks for the variety of interesting questions you are submitting
each week. As you know, I then scan through and answer as many as
possible in each week’s 48-Minute podcast
Just click on this email link and you can ask about resumes,
interviewing, at-home business or finding your purpose in life. AskDan@48Days.com Please keep
your questions limited to 50-60 words.
If you click on the 48 Days Podcast Player here you can listen to
this week’s broadcast immediately – no downloading – no wait. http://www.48days.com/podcast.php
Here are just a few of the questions answered in this podcast:
- I recently read a
book called, “The Five Lessons a Millionaire Taught Me,” by
Richard Paul Evans. I found the website for the book, www.thefivelessons.com
where the author advertises for his brain-child; a home-based,
MLM business called BookWise. I am excited, yet reluctant to
“jump into” this business opportunity. The catch is that it
costs $39.95 to get started and $35/month, thereafter. Do you
have any thoughts or advice in regards to this opportunity?
- I feel stuck. I am
43- halfway through my professional career. My kids are almost
grown, and I feel I am ready to start pounding on the second
half of my career. I have an enjoyable, decent paying job. But
I don't see working for someone as a way to bigger and better
things. I am searching for opportunities to enhance our
income, and maybe grow into something bigger. The catch-22 is
that I can't really devote time into making something big
happen because I still have to take care of my career, but
nothing big will happen unless I can devote the time. Short of
having two careers running simultaneously, how can I build
dreams into something concrete?
- I love to speak on
careers and personal finance. I am speaking at The University
of Mobile at a seminar on preparing for graduation. I am
focusing on the topic "The top things that I wish I knew
when I graduated." I would be grateful if you had any
recommendations regarding resources or handouts that would be
useful at the seminar.
- I know what I’m
good at—coaching and organization. I love to coach people to
success in their supporting roles—particular churches. Two
dilemma’s I am facing—How do I market my services effectively
to a market that has never had coaching for their staff? How
do I build a business in a rural area of self-sufficient
people?
- If I have a lot of
debt and have been renting for a long time, do you think that
having good credit would help me to get an investment home to
help my situation somehow...??? Thanks, I appreciate your
advice; I am a single mom.
- I currently work
for a small ISP. I am technically the only employee (we
contract all other work out). I have been trying to think of a
way to continue with this company yet utilize my time during
the day to do other business of my own as well. Should I
contract my services out to them as a self-employed individual
-- or would it be appropriate to be an employee doing a
"Results Only Work Environment" thing?
You can submit your question right now – I’ll work as many in as
possible for this week's broadcast. AskDan@48Days.com
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Recently I spent an
all-day workshop with Seth Godin in New York City. Seth is the
author of several books that include Permission Marketing,
Purple Cow, Prize Inside and The Dip. He is known for
his contrarian wisdom – seeing things in new and innovative ways.
Thus the title Purple Cow. Seth says brown, white or black
cows don’t grab our attention – but a purple one would. His
challenge – what are you doing in your work or business that is remarkable
– that would get attention?
Here are some thoughts shared during his unusual workshop:
- People who go to
the edge grow – average is just average
- If you’re not
offending people, you’re not telling a story that will be
retold
- Don’t lead with how
you are better – lead with how you can help
- Most people excel
because they had the guts to risk failing
- If you try too hard
to make money as you help people, you will fail at both
In his latest book, The Dip, Seth destroys the commonly
accepted statement, “Winners never quit; quitters never win.” He
says that’s rubbish; winners know when to quit and start in a new
direction.
I seek out books, seminars and workshops that challenge my
thinking. Maybe I’ve been wrong on an issue or belief. Do you
welcome having someone question your beliefs and practices? Or do
you defend your current knowledge and understanding of most issues?
What have you done this year to force yourself to grow
philosophically, psychologically and spiritually?
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"The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to
hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still
retain the ability to function." -- F. Scott
Fitzgerald, US author
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Mary had applied for a
job and when she returned home, her mother asked how the interview
went.
"Pretty good I think", replied Mary, "but if I go to
work there I won't get a vacation unless I'm married.
Her mother, of course, had never heard of such a thing and asked
"Is that what they told you?
"No", replied Mary, "they didn't tell me that, but
on the application it said, "vacation time may not be taken
until you've had your 'First Anniversary.'"
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Kiss
This
Hershey’s, an American icon and our country’s largest candymaker,
is kissing 1,500 of its workers goodbye and moving part of its
production to Monterrey, Mexico in early 2008. As many as 100
married couples employed at the Hershey, PA plant will be affected.
For people planning to retire in the next couple of years, the
severance they will receive is a big benefit. Some of those not
ready to retire are asking for one last special kiss from the
company.
But I’m the Boss!
In 1892 the average CEO of a large company in the U. S. was being
paid 42 times what his average employee made. According to new
studies, the average CEO now makes 431 times what his/her average
employee is paid. But then -- 431 turkeys would be ridiculous on
your Thanksgiving table – maybe just one is better.
Please make me work more
According to a recent survey by the Conference Board, only 47% of
Americans are satisfied with their jobs. Digging deeper into the
results we find that only 46% of those working 40 hours/week are
satisfied, while 50% of those working 60 hours/week are satisfied.
So does this mean that any smart boss could simply demand more
hours to increase job satisfaction?
Seeking Stories From Church Musicians, pastoral staff
members, music directors who have exchanged contemporary Christian
music for sacred music, traditional hymns, liturgical music, for
follow-up book to “It’s All About Hymn: Essays on Reclaiming Sacred
Music for Worship” (early 2008 publication). Need details on specific
challenges; how congregation dealt with change, how worship
experience became more meaningful. Accepted contributions get
acknowledgement and copy of published book in late 2008. Email: donnlevie@austin.rr.com.
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