A few weeks ago I saw a very successful airline captain. In his own words – “I’m at the apex of my career.” He makes in excess of $200,000 annually and has the respect and admiration of everyone who knows him. Unfortunately, the stress of his position and the volatility of his industry are forcing him…
DetailsWe’ve all heard the old adage, “Winners never quit, quitters never win.” Is that really true? Does that mean that if you’re driving from Detroit to Miami and you suddenly realize you’re actually headed for Savannah you would simply continue on? Or even speed up? Or just “try harder?” Of course not – you would…
DetailsHere’s an interesting solution you may be able to adapt to a domestic or work situation. Two neighbors had adjoining farms. One raised wheat – he also had children and large dogs. The other farmer raised sheep. The sheep farmer was in a quandary because the dogs next door kept running into his pastures and…
DetailsThis is a guest post byJonathan Milligan, a former Executive Recruiter turned Problogger. He is in high demand as a blogging coach and heads up the very active Blogging Your Passion Group in the 48Days.net community. His most recent work is a new book entitled: The Gift – What You Have That the Richest Man…
DetailsThis is a guest post from 48Days.net member John Henderson. Recently John sent me a copy of his book along with a handwritten note from his kids that said: “Dear Dan Miller, Thank you for helping my dad find the work he likes. Thanks to you we can live any were we want. Sincerely Malachi,…
DetailsI 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 An Adventure Or Quest That Involves Perceived Risk: Successful Outcome: brave, courageous, confident Failed Outcome: …
DetailsIn 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 showed the figures from INC magazine that 34% of all new businesses needed less than…
DetailsThis 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 attended Coaching with Excellence in May of 2013. Now her new book launches August 19th – 21st and anyone…
DetailsI 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, or the trash paper that is converted into beautiful necklaces and bracelets. As I see…
DetailsRecently 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 the business section. Not seeing any copies of my books there I then did a…
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