Do something that doesn’t work
I just finished reading a new book – not yet released. I’ll share more on September 9th. The book is full of stories about people setting out on adventures and big ideas. Here’s a segment titled What People Say About…
Dan Miller
You’re never too poor to start your own business
In 1998 I published the first edition of 48 Days to Creative Income (content now in No More Mondays). In that little 3-ring binder product I addressed the idea of needing a lot of money to start a business. I…
Just go crazy
[powerpress] 1. OK, I’m done with my excuses, I’m accepting your challenge. 2. We are snowballing about $40k personal debt and $160k student loans. Is it possible to change career paths and still increase income? 3. How would you recommend…
I really am doing work I love
This is a guest post by Jenny Hester, a wife, mom of 3, blogger, beach lover, and now author of “21 Ways to Invite Excellence into your Life“. She says she was as lost as an Easter egg when she…
Hey can’t we just work together?
I love the idea of “repurposing” content, used materials and products. Think about the pulverized tires that now provide a soft playground area, the plastic bottles that are now picnic tables, the discarded glass that is now an attractive countertop,…
That’s not our policy here
Recently I attended an art show and reception at our local library in which my wife Joanne was one of the featured artists. During the course of the afternoon I also wandered over into the library and naturally found myself in…
A guaranteed cure for fear and worry.
[powerpress] 1. My wife’s response to my plans was outrage, picturing me in PJ’s on the couch all day. 2. I’d like to follow my passion of being a teacher but I’d lose 20% from my current salary. 3. Can…
But this is my favorite shirt
Employers keep reporting that they are appalled by the ill-prepared young job candidates they are seeing. Here are some tips to improve the process: — Dress nicely. One employer said she’d likely hire a young man on the spot if…
Isn’t there any easier way to success?
I talk to people each week who desperately long for a new job or would like to start their own business. But when I suggest they invest in a coaching session or a $17 book they recoil in horror. Some…
Maybe that was just meant to wake you up
Joanne and I were in Ohio over the weekend, reminiscing with family, and I was told them this story about our Dad – and about life. About 4 years ago I had the opportunity to meet (Apple) Dan Miller, an…