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Is it time to quit this job?
- I’ve never quit a job before – is it time?
- Will Writing a Weekly Editorial Bring Coaching Clients?
- Is there a way I could build a business around this blog?
- Can I steal the business I built for my uncle without it feeling like a betrayal?
- I am a small animal veterinarian and have come to realize that the clinic I am currently working at is not the right environment for me to thrive. I am constantly feeling so demoralized and the relationship that I have with the main managers has become very toxic.
Show Notes:
Episode – 06-10-16
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Summary:
In this episode, Dan answers a pile of questions from the 48 Days community, while staying focused on the importance of disregarding criticism and doing what you know to be right. He offers down-to-earth advice on everything from quitting your job to founding a new veterinary practice, and also shares an interview with Joanne, who’s just published a book on the secrets of turning your home into a haven.
Sponsored By:
Casper Mattresses – Use the code SleepYouLove to get $50 off any purchase and free shipping
Harrys.com – use 48Days as the code to get $5.00 off your purchase of Dan’s favorite razor
Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:48 – Preview of today’s topics and questions
- I’ve never quit a job before – is it time?
- Will writing a weekly editorial bring coaching clients?
- Is there a way I could build a business around this blog?
- Can I steal the business I built for my uncle without it feeling like a betrayal?
- 02:06 – Today’s Quote
- “You will never reach your destination if you stop and throw stones at every dog that barks.” – Winston Churchill
- 03:13 – You cannot make an impact without some people trying to pull you back down
- If you put your head up, people will criticise you – and you need to learn to ignore them
- 07:20 – We’re looking for 48 Days interns
- We’re looking for someone to work on personality profiles
- Go to 48Days.com/internship
- 09:25 – An interview with Joanne on Creating a Haven of Peace:
- When Dan and Joanne got married, they worked intentionally on making a place of peace
- Coming from a chaotic childhood, Joanne felt the need to have a peaceful sanctuary of her own
- Engage all five senses in creating a peaceful home: touch, smell, taste, sight and sound
- Avoid clutter – let everything be open and light
- Joanne always plays soft music inside
- Creating a peaceful place doesn’t take money – it just takes intention and small steps
- The foundation of a peaceful place is love. Be love.
- Find an infographic at com/haven
- 22:35 – David’s question last week about “Sounds of Yesteryear” – how can the LP of old-time sounds be monetised?
- License the audio clips as sound effects for filmmakers, museums, or storytellers
- Make a package with the CD that includes a coffee-table book telling the story of each sound, or a DVD with videos telling the story of the sounds
- License the steam-train sounds to model railway buffs
- Sell as ringtones or audio alerts
- 28:01 – Question from Michael: I’ve never quit a job before – is it time?
- Go to net and look at the responses Michael’s been receiving
- Yes, it’s time – but don’t burn any bridges.
- Even though you’re emotionally drained, you need to set up a plan for what you’re moving to
- 30:38 – Question from Justin: Will writing a weekly editorial bring coaching clients?
- Yes, yes, yes. When I started out as a coach, I began sending notes to the National Business Journal
- I was then asked to write a weekly column – and writing became my most effective marketing tool
- If you enjoy writing, then start – you’re creating valuable content that you can keep using
- 36:02 – Question from Harvey: Is there a way I could build a business around my entrepreneurship blog?
- Harvey’s blog is com
- You can absolutely build a business around a blog – you’ve already captured an audience
- 38:25 – Question: Can I steal the counselling business I built for my uncle, who is not a counsellor, without it feeling like a betrayal?
- If he paid you to build the business, it is 100% his, NOT yours
- There’s no way that you have the option to turn the corner and make it your own
- Try talking to him and proposing a buy-out or some kind of compensation for him
- Keep your word
- 40:48 – Question from John: Can I start my own production company where I take a cut of my clients’ success? How can I measure sales if I’m not running an affiliate programme?
- But trust is extremely important – work with people whose integrity you trust, and who you know you can rely on
- 42:45 – Question from Tiffany: I’m a veterinarian, and have come to realize the clinic I am currently working at is not the right environment for me to thrive. I am constantly feeling so demoralized and the relationship that I have with the main managers has become very toxic.
- You should be highly marketable – you have great skills
- Identify 200 veterinarians in your target area. Send them all an introductory letter asking questions – Would you like to sell your practice? Are you looking for another veterinarians? Would you like more time off?
- You’ll be amazed at how many responses you get
- Upcoming conferences and appearances
- New Media Europe – London, England June 18-19th
- Podcast Movement – Chicago, IL July 6-8th
- The Ultimate Advantage Cruise – leaving from Ft. Lauderdale, FL Feb 12-19th, 2017
3 Key Points:
- The only way to never be criticized is to never do anything.
- Integrity and trust are vital to business and life. Keep your word, and work with people who you consider trustworthy.
- Create a peaceful place for yourself to live. It doesn’t take a lot of money – just intention and care.
Resources Mentioned:
- Casper – Use code SleepYouLove to get $50 toward any purchase – and free shipping
- Dan’s Coaching Experience – The premiere coaching service offered by Dan
- Raising Entrepreneurial Kids – The latest from Dan on how he raised kids with a passion for entrepreneurship
- com/Mondays – Dan’s 5-step process for dealing with change
- https://www.48days.com/video – If you’re just getting started on the 48 Days process
- The Ultimate Advantage Cruise– February 2017
- 48 Days Coaching Mastery Program– for those wanting to build a high level business in coaching
- Personal Mission Statement– free form to create your own
- com/acres – become one of our 48Days Seminar Coordinators
- Casper Mattresses – Use the code SleepYouLove to get $50 off any purchase and free shipping
- Innovate – Sanctuary, Franklin, TN May 26-27th
- Coaching with Excellence– Sanctuary, Franklin, TN May 12-13th
- Launch Conference– Orlando, FL April 3-7th
- Social Media Marketing World– San Diego, CA April 17-19th
- New Media Europe– London, England June 18-19th
- Podcast Movement– Chicago, IL July 6-8th
- The Ultimate Advantage Cruise– leaving from Ft. Lauderdale, FL Feb 12-19th, 2017
- com– use 48Days as the code to get $5.00 off your purchase of Dan’s favorite razor
Credits:
- Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives