Most of you know I’m a car guy – I love everything about cars, from the sleek designs we saw back in the 60s to the thrill of acceleration to the smell of exhaust. Volkswagen has now produced a car that gets more than 260 miles per gallon. The XL1 weighs in at just 1,753…
DetailsThis is a guest post by Joanne Miller. She is my wife and affectionately known as Queen Mother in the 48Days community. She writes, serves the needs of others and spends time with her grandchildren. Her newest book is titled Be Your Finest Art and that’s also the name of her group here in this community.…
DetailsIf you’re doing what everyone else is doing, you won’t garner significant traffic or income. If you did something spectacular three years ago, chances are it’s old news now. Look at how often Apple introduces a new phone, a new iPad or new software updates. It’s a constant process of introducing the new something. And…
DetailsA couple of years ago I recommended looking at Seth Godin’s book, Purple Cow. I ordered it immediately when it was released and was one of the fortunate ones who received the book in an actual milk carton. Seth is a radical marketing guy who makes the case that black, white, and brown cows don’t…
DetailsJim Woods is a writer and coach who’s passionate about helping you live a better story. He’s got a new ebook called Hit The Mark! all about improving focus, boosting energy and making the most of your time. A couple weeks ago I resigned from my day job and began self-employment. Since then, I could…
DetailsThis is a guest post by Clark Gaither, MD. He is a board certified family physician in private practice in Goldsboro, NC. Dr. Gaither is an active member of the 48Days.net community and blogs regularly on doctor burnout. He is also completing the 48 Days Coaching Mastery Program to more effectively help doctors reignite with passion…
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Henry Ford once said he didn’t want executives who had to work all the time. He insisted that those who were always in a flurry of activity at their desks were not being the most productive. He wanted people who would clear their desks, prop their feet up and dream some fresh dreams. His philosophy…
DetailsIn a recent post I mentioned that I would be promoting a new book today. That book is Chris Guillebeau’s newest creation – The Happiness of Pursuit. I quoted a passage that says: “Nothing is more damaging to the adventurous spirit within a man than a secure future.” Security is not our friend. It…
DetailsIn Friday’s news the Bureau of Labor Statistics says U.S. employers added just 142,000 jobs in August, snapping a six-month streak of hiring above 200,000 and posting the smallest gain in eight months. The unemployment rate fell to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent, the Labor Department said Friday. “But the rate dropped because more people…
DetailsA 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…
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