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Is your generosity helping or hurting the individual?
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Is just being a housewife outmoded?
Episode #952 December 08, 2023 A listener asks: All I want to do is be a housewife taking care of my husband and children. However,…
Are you staying just for the paycheck?
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Episode #948 November 24, 2023 Our potential to be wealthy is not shown in our bank account as much as it is in the attitude…
Oh no – I’m an “inverse paranoid.”
Episode #946 November 17, 2023 Success is something you attract by the way you think and the person you become. You don’t have to change…
Are you living your life too small?
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Here’s a prediction of your life in 2024…
Episode #942 November 03, 2023 How To Predict Your Future Is there a way to know what your life will look like in the future…
I’m being held prisoner by my job…
Are you stuck in a job? Episode #940 October 27, 2023 In our recent survey, the overwhelming majority of you said you dream of running…
Have you “decided” or just thinking about it?
Episode #938 October 20, 2023 You know I rarely have a guest on – but today I do because of how this particular topic is…
Are you ready for your “courageous decision”?
Episode #936 October 13, 2023 Peter F. Drucker once said: “Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision.” In our recent listener…
I’ve got an MBA but no JOB – I’m upset and confused..
Episode #934 October 06, 2023 Wow – don’t think that an MBA or an academic degree is a guarantee of anything in today’s workplace. It…
Finding Your Niche: I’ll give you $150,000 for that pink VW BeachBomb matchbox car in your attic…
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Should my kids be entrepreneurs?
Episode #930 September 22, 2023 In today’s wild workplace your kids may have already seen your disappointment in having a traditional job. Maybe they’ve already…
With my current income I’m too comfortable to take a risk
Moving From Good To Great Episode #928 September 15, 2023 Have you ever felt like that? You’re getting by – things are going pretty well,…
How can I get my imagination working again as an adult?
Episode #926 September 08, 2023 Have you ever felt like the demands of daily living have crowded out your ability to dream and imagine? You…
Are you looking for a ‘lazy girl job’?
Episode #924 September 01, 2023 Yeah, this is actually a real thing. During the last 3 years, so many people got used to doing very…
Dan, I did something stupid in 2018
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Is there a store where I can get some “oomph”?
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I’m no spring chicken anymore – what’s next?
What do you do when you recognize it’s time for a new season in your life? Maybe, like this particular listener, you are ready to…
How To Overcome Obstacles That Are Keeping You From Activating Your Dream
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Crushing the Myth of Being Too Old
Finding Purpose at Any Age Is it ever too late to pursue our dreams? Are you too old to make a change? No – age…
It’s important to dream big
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Plan your life – then your work
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It’s never too late to have a new beginning
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I don’t even dream anymore
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Why am I still limping?
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Are You Losing or Learning How to Win?
Two weeks ago I talked about this concept – how Ted Turner said when his Atlanta Braves weren’t winning he wasn’t losing – he was…
Ya gotta taste your dream…….
You’ve got to taste your dream. When I was a kid dreaming of owning a fine car I hung out with friends who already had…
It’s been 48 Days and I’m not successful…….
Is there a timeline for success? Yes, I firmly believe in the 48 Days model – 48 Days to the Work and Life You…
Will you accept $50,000 for 10% of your business?
There are thousands of businesses looking for investment capital today. Would your business be attractive to investors? Are you thinking about starting a business? Even…
I’m being promoted in a career I hate…
If you say, “I am in a career I hate,” this is a classic example of climbing a ladder that’s leaning against the wrong wall.…
Will Your Business Idea Fly?
We are told that the average person has 3 or 4 business ideas a year that would make them a millionaire – IF they created…
To Stay The Same or Explore New Opportunities: A Question of Loyalty and Growth
Are you doing the same thing you were doing three years ago? You may take pride in the fact that you’ve been at the same…
What Drives You – with Kevin Miller
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I’m working but I don’t feel that fulfillment thing…
Is it enough to make money – or should we really expect more from our work? It is unrealistic to expect that sense of meaning,…
Would you like to be a millionaire?
One of the two books that Tobias Lutke (founder of Spotify) says one of the two books that taught him the skills to build a…
Should I use my head or my heart when making this decision?
How To Make a Decision This is not an either/or situation – this is a both/and opportunity. I can’t think of any example where…
But I can’t do that…
A listener has a simple idea but dismisses it because he doesn’t have three thousand dollars to get started. Is that really an obstacle?…
You can’t handle the truth…..
7 Keys To Success Okay, I’m borrowing that line from A Few Good Men – but there are so many applications. Some of you can’t…
But that’s just the way I am…
No Excuses Yes, I encourage you to stay true to yourself – but that doesn’t mean you can’t learn and grow. Knowing yourself is never…
Your fortune might be in your attic…..
Is there value in selling your childhood toys? You know how Beanie Babies and Barbie Dolls can now be worth a lot of money? Yep…
My paycheck is steady but not enough to support my family
What is risk and when should you take one? A listener writes – “I now have the safety of a steady paycheck but it’s…
Shouldn’t I be happy with just “better-than-average”?
Settling for Mediocre We all have a sense of what we deserve. Is there a level of success where we should just settle in…
I’m an introvert. Can I be successful?
You’ll be most successful when you are true to yourself, not when you’re trying to be something you’re not. Steve Wozniak said “Most inventors and…
Are you still driving a Pinto?
It may be time to reassess Ford is no longer making the Pinto, or the Taurus, or the Crown Victoria. The only car they are…
Are you just using up someone else’s oxygen?
Should I just give up? One listener feels that way. What do you do when it seems that everything in life is working against you?…
It’s not my fault I was born into a poor family…
How many times have you heard someone explain why they haven’t been able to get a job, go to college, make money to get them…
I’m not entrepreneur material but I want…
A listener says he’s not entrepreneur material because he’s more analytical and prefers to work in the background. You can be wildly successful as an…
Lack of Money is never the obstacle…
A listener says she wants to build a hospital but is currently “dependent on my family.” Does that mean her dream is dead? Not at…
I’m done. No more reaching for the impossible…
A listener says he’s done. Do you want to believe you’re capable of more than you’re doing now? Do you want to shoot for the…
I’m just a lump of clay and don’t know what to do.
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I hate my job but people are telling me to stay!
The rewards of your work are not worth sacrificing personal health and family time. Ten years from now what you’re doing for your health, personal…
Turn Your Passions Into Profits – Matt McWilliams
If you’re passionate but not making money, you’ll burn out. If you’re making money but not passionate, you’ll burn out. Either way, the world misses…
We’re living but we’re not dreaming….
Is there anything wrong with that? Are imagining things that are different than the life you have now or dreaming about an ideal life helpful…
Somewhere Over the Rainbow – really?
Is there a place where dreams come true? Do you think your happiness is out there somewhere – In a land that you’ve heard of…
If I were a rich man
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Don’t be a goose – you can’t do it all
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Loneliness is a choice
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I’ve set my goals…but I know I’m lazy
If you’ve created a “to-do” list you may avoid taking action. You’ll find excuses for not doing what you said you were going to do.…
Stop eating alone…
If you think you’re saving money by not eating out, you may be mistaken. This is not about the math, this is about the missed…
Will you be my dance partner?
I recently was told that if I would stop being so aggressive, I would have a better experience. How many times have you been too…
I’m depressed – should I buy a nice car?
I believe in driving nice cars. But not as a pill for being depressed. Sure, buy any car you want as long as it’s not…
How can I survive when no-one is willing to pay?
The Key To Sales – If you believe no one in your target audience is willing or has the ability to pay, that will be…
Won’t you be my neighbor?
According to Mister Rogers, everyone needs a helping hand now and then. Are you eager to help or will people remember you as a taker?…
What does this make possible?
I don’t know about you but this has been an eventful week for us here in Florida. The response Joanne and I have to unexpected…
It’s a beautiful day in paradise…
If the weather and your circumstances have to be perfect for you to be happy, you will always be vulnerable. Let’s adapt Mr. Rogers’ motto:…
Trapped: My new job doesn’t include my passion, my talents, or much money.
Are you trapped? What do you do when you need to generate income but the available jobs don’t include any of the three critical components…
I’m being forced to do what I can rather than what I love……..
Do you have to choose between your passion and money? Too many people feel like they have to choose between passion and money (between what…
And The Strangest Secret winners are…….
I was blown away at the number of you who committed to 30 days of listening to The Strangest Secret. These responses are so inspiring…
Are you following a crippled dog?
Success Is a Learned Behavior It’s hard to be what you have not seen. That’s why I talked two weeks ago about the importance of…
What’s in your cave?
Risk and Reward Without moving into areas where you’ve never been before – areas that cause some fear and anxiety – you can never have…
5 Steps to a Mentor and a better future…….
The Power of a Mentor Having mentors opened the door for me to move from a clear path toward poverty to the life I get…
“He’s in love with getting better.”
This was heard from the teammates of Steph Curry (Golden State Warriors basketball player). In this episode, I share an example of his daily practice…
Are you planting corn, bamboo or walnut trees?
The Next Stage of Life No matter what stage of life you are in, I encourage you to be doing things that will provide benefit…
Having no money can’t stop you from success…
If you have the mindset for success, having no money is not an issue. Here I describe the two critical things that can keep you…
The 1 real reason your dream isn’t working…
There Is Power In Positive Thinking I’ve got some clear guidelines for you for positive thinking and a contest where you can tell us how…
I see myself as a leader but no one is following me…
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Maybe you’re just too content for success to find you…
It’s cool to be content – but don’t allow that to keep you from continually reaching for your long-term goals. Complacency means you’ve just given…
Can you list 20 ways to make money without having a job?
Never be vulnerable to the economy If you can list various ways to make money without having a job, you will never be vulnerable to…
Dan – how do you sleep at night?
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I have more business than I can handle – what’s next?
Move From Linear To Residual Income You might be surprised how many people are in this great position right now. What do you do when…
Why are you still poor?
If success is an equal opportunity employer – why are you not wealthy? Is it not a goal of yours or does something seem to…
Are you really dreaming of retirement? – Rich Allen
Americans are pretty fond of the idea of retirement — when we get to quit working and just do nothing. That may be a useful…
How did an obstacle launch you into a better place?
Can You Turn an Obstacle Into Opportunity? Maybe that struggle made you stronger, opened the door to a bigger opportunity, or helped you discover your…
Maybe you’ve waited too long…
Overcoming obstacles in your life – Maybe you’ve missed your window of opportunity, majored in the wrong thing in college, are too old, or are…
You can “recalculate” but please choose a specific direction
Focusing on one thing doesn’t mean the others would have been wrong choices. But you’ll never be outstanding or experience extraordinary success unless you choose…
Maybe your life is too easy…….
Every day I hear from people who have been given all the advantages – prestigious university degrees, fine homes, cars and positions. And they suspect the…
Does quitting your job mean you’re giving up?
There are many times when quitting is the smartest thing to do. If you’re hitting your thumb with a hammer, don’t try to do it…
Providing hope, joy and opportunity – Aaron Ashworth
What do you want to provide people in your business? Some people are going to interpret that question literally, and answer about what they sell…
Do you really need more than money in your job?
Can Work Be About More Than Money? We’re now in the 10th consecutive month where more than 4 million people have quit their jobs. Most…
Planting the Seeds of Agricultural Entrepreneurship – Matt Brechwald
Some of the stories that circulate in the entrepreneurial world follow people who have made a dramatic shift in their working life. But often, jumping…
Three reasons you may not be acting on your dreams…
Why Aren’t You Acting On Your Dreams? Why do people get stuck – or trapped in staying in a job or business they clearly dislike? There…
Would you like recurring income from a membership community?
Five years ago I launched an online community. The first month it generated $9072.00. The second month that jumped to $18,952.00. It’s continued to grow…
Could a membership community be your gold mine?
A Membership Community Changed Our Entire Business From 2005 to 2017 we ran live events at our beloved 48 Days Sanctuary (a converted barn on…
Applying Your Craft In a Way That’s Right For You — Erin Casey
Erin Casey is an Eagle that I go way back with, and that I’ve had the privilege of watching blossom into the incredible entrepreneur, coach,…
Is Positive Thinking Dangerous?
A now former member of our Eagles community shared an experience where his “optimism” nearly set him up for a scam. It has been revealed…
Success Is a Daily Journey — Matt Cincera
I talk a lot about investing in yourself and your success. A lot of times this can take the form of going to conferences, getting…
My employer will fire me if he knows I’m building a side business.…
Are you just surviving or preparing? It’s not always best to have that conversation. Give your employer 40 hours of competent, reliable work. Use the…
Mandy Lloyd—What it looks like to no longer dread Mondays
Do you dread Mondays? A lot of people do, especially if their work isn’t bringing them joy or utilizing their passions. My book No More…
No, I won’t coach you for free – and here’s why…
I don’t offer free coaching because I need the money; it’s because you need the investment. Things that are free are not valued. In this…
Building a Life You Love — Jason and Melissa Goff
Going into business for yourself and becoming an entrepreneur can be scary. But on the other side, for many people, a healthier more well-rounded life…
Can you bury your dream to keep the peace at home?
A listener questioned why I always side with the dreamer in a marriage. Why don’t I tell the dreamer to settle down, bury your dream…
Living Your Purpose and Passion with Phyllis Jenkins
When a lot of people are asked to tell their stories, they start at the beginning of their lives. Not Phyllis Jenkins. When she told…
Investing In Yourself and Your Learning with Teresa McCloy
“I had tried it all and failed.” – Teresa McCloy Are you someone who collects calendars and planners? I don’t mean someone who uses those…
Come see me – I’ll buy lunch…..
Have lunch with Dan No tricks, no gimmicks, nothing to sell. I’m experimenting with small lunch groups as a way to increase connections and learning…
Roger Whitney: Applying a Creative Business Model To a “Traditional” Industry
You don’t typically think of a financial advisor as a “fun” guy you want to listen to on a podcast, but Roger Whitney has applied…
Just be normal and you’ll just survive!
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The only thing at which I’ve succeeded is living a life of misery
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Many times when I share success stories, you might be tempted to read them as “complete.” But, as Nathan Magnuson reminded me this week, success…
Ryan Steuer: Being Yourself Yields Success
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Is it bad to want more money?
So many of us have early family scripts about money. Do you think money is good – or just a necessary evil to survive? Do…
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How do I quit living this fake life and start living a real one?
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Lovin, Learnin, and Earnin!
This is a special Valentine’s Day episode where I invited my wife, Joanne, to join me and talk about the relationship side of success. Episode…
Don’t call it a dream, call it a plan
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One Eagle + Two Nests = Exponential Growth
Have you ever had all the tools and materials you needed to do a project, but you just didn’t know how to use them or…
Are you trapped in the shallow waters of avarice?
A listener feels like he’s gotten trapped by getting a paycheck. He says, “I took the path of least resistance which has led me down…
Ryan Reger’s Success Secret: Serve Others First
As we’ve seen over the course of the past few years, many Americans are unhappy with their jobs or looking for something else to do…
What if I’m too old to be successful?
Each week we hear from people who are 27 and those who are 77 who feel they missed their opportunity for success. Like they’re too…
Maybe I need to think more vs do more…
Do I just need a word of the year instead of so many specific goals? I’ve always loved setting big goals at the beginning of…
Selling without Shame or Guilt…
I keep hearing from people who hang their head in shame at the idea of “selling” what they have. They would prefer to just give…
Maybe you just need a new map…
Enjoy the Process There are always multiple ways to get to your desired destination. The important component is that you DECIDE to get to your…
Top 10 Podcasts of 2021
We covered a lot of ground together in 2021 — talking about dreams and how to be successful. The 48 Days Podcast is one of…
The gift for someone who has everything…
We tend to give to people who have less than we have. But what do we gift people who have more – who are not…
If nothing else, you can give away a smile…
I’m so aware right now of people who are fearful, discouraged, frustrated, and lonely. It’s clear the uncertainty and unexpected changes of the last two…
I looked for my passion – and found nothing
Don’t expect “passion” to show up fully developed. It’s typically more developed than discovered. Start by following your Curiosity, build some Proficiency, develop your Passion,…
I’m not working so I’m free – really??
What does this antiwork movement really mean? 4.4 million people quit their jobs in October. The “antiwork movement” is growing rapidly. Is being “free” from…
I know who you are – and I’m thankful
I’m thankful for you and the honor to get to know you better – Yes, I do know a lot about you – thanks for…
What’s more important – what you have done or what you haven’t done?
Some listeners are cringing about setting big goals for 2022 because of the fear of not reaching them. My encouragement: Measure your goal achievement by looking…
Is this a crisis – or a wakeup call to a better life?
There may be value in the wakeup call The eagles build a nest using thornbush strands to lock it together. Then they cover them with…
BONUS EPISODE: Have you chosen a door or a window?
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Do you really know the man in the mirror?
Knowing yourself is the first step in moving toward the career or business that will be the work you love. Understanding yourself is the only…
Forget asking for a raise – do this and double your income!
If you are fortunate enough to get a 4% raise, or even a 10% raise as we end the year, you’ll never keep up with…
I would but I don’t have the money!
So you have no money? Money is never the obstacle. Coming up with an idea and a plan is the real issue. If you have…
Why can’t you just be content with the life you have now?
What are the voices around you saying? Are they telling you to just be content or are they encouraging and supporting you to stretch, grow and…
Here’s how you can ‘harness the wind’ in your world?
Create a Solution – When you see things that are needed, or things that are ‘wrong’ it’s also an opportunity to do the ‘hard work’…
Should I wait to be fired or quit now?
If the company wants to get rid of you, nobody is winning by you staying. You are sacrificing your own mental, emotional, spiritual health every day…
I’m resigning – but I’m not discouraged…
Your quitting – your “resignation” can be a “going-up” experience. Resigning from something that you don’t care about, or something where you’re mediocre, or something…
Positive Thinking is Hogwash – really?
This week a well-known leader and author posted a short segment totally trashing positive thinking, dreaming, imagining, wishing, hoping, meditating, or praying as ways to…
Do this and you’ll have instant “success”
There’s a simple way to “instant success” that may surprise you. No, you don’t have to buy my course, come to my event, or pay…
Do this when you have a “Moses Moment”
Building a habit of persistence Have you ever doubted your ability to ask for that promotion, start your own business, or write that book –…
Turns out I’m insane by definition…
You know the old saying – If you keep doing the same things and expect different results, you’re insane. A listener suspects that of himself.…
I’m smarter now. Why isn’t my life better?
How To Apply What You Learn: More knowledge and more degrees won’t make a difference in your life – unless you apply what you learn…
Are you the donkey or the driver?
Is there opportunity beyond trading time for money? I start with a short story to help you see if you are simply trading time for…
Increase your influence, make more money, and have friends for life….
I took a common theme of questions we’re getting to address the concerns a lot of you have. Not just in selling or growing a business…
I feel like I just got punched in the faith…..
I’m still not sure if I heard this correctly or just imagined a little twist. What do you do when you need a new plan…
7 in 10 say 2020 Made Them a Better Person – How About You?
Are You Thriving After 2020? Despite any hardships we may have experienced in the last 18 months, 74% of Americans say 2020 made them more…
Go on, take the money and run!
A listener says he’s struggling over quitting a job that “is killing my soul”. He can quit now and get a $20,000 cash severance. My…
Your book is making me feel bad about myself
Sometimes being exposed to new possibilities makes us feel disappointed with where we are now. This listener is 48, in a job she dislikes, feeling like…
I don’t have a dream – I just want to make money!
There are actually a whole lot of things you can do today where you don’t have to have contact with people. But there has to…
Can I be successful without being a jerk?
Characteristics of a Leader Is it possible to be a leader or even run a business without being that hard-driving, aggressive, opinionated jerk we hear…
I don’t listen to your podcast because it forces me to think…
What are you willing to change in what you’re doing now? What should we question about the way things have always been done? The risk…
Do you really want to know God’s will for you?
This is a very common question. And I don’t think it’s as complicated as we sometimes feel it is. There are some simple principles that…
So you wanna go back to Egypt!
Unwelcome Challenges Often Bring Innovation It took longer to get to the Promised Land than expected and some of the children of Israel wanted to…
I can stop your progress with this toothpick
It takes a massive amount of power to get a locomotive to simply move the first 2 inches. That’s you – it takes a massive…
You’re in luck – things are very uncertain right now!
Usually those unexpected and unwelcome interruptions are God’s gift to us for prompting us to explore, learn and grow into new levels of success and…
How can I get out of this prison as a registered nurse?
You are not in a prison – except for how you are viewing it. The key to work freedom may be in your own thinking.…
Do you have a message worth sharing?
We’re told 81% of Americans say they have a book in them. Personally, I think a lot of those should stay right where they are –…
Why do you stay stuck when you know what to do?
Being successful requires more than having a great product or knowing something well. It requires continuous learning, marketing what you have, and selling to a…
How long should I starve in my passion before getting a real job again?
Do we always assume following our passion is risky and insecure while a “real job” provides the security we seek? It may not be as…
Do you want to win at work or at home?
Have you ever felt like you had to choose? What does your life now tell us about the choices you’ve made? In this conversation with…
God gave me a passion but not the talent to do it!
Discerning God’s Will For Your Life I really don’t think God is mean and capricious as you suspect. Just take responsibility for your success and…
Are you just taking advantage of our pain?
Is There Really Hope For Me? You’re right to question spending any money or time in any self-help program. But don’t slam the door completely.…
Do this and throw out your alarm clock!
If “you wake up every morning to your alarm clock’s warning” like our intro song Takin Care of Business says, you probably aren’t getting enough…
Here’s your path to “uncommon success”
An Interview With John Lee Dumas What if you had a clear path to Uncommon Success? To financial freedom and fulfillment like you’ve never experienced…
Am I too old to find work I Iove?
Here is just a sampling of the emails we get each week: A 51-year-old businessman: “I feel like I’ve lived my whole life by accident.”…
I’m 27 years old. Is it too late to find the work I love?
You can fill in the blank for age. I get these questions every week from people 27 to 77 wanting to know if it’s too…
Should I follow my dreams or keep being responsible?
You may be in a ‘season’ where it makes sense to stay where you are. Not every dream needs to be acted on immediately. Take…
“If you think you are beaten, you are…..”
There are so many paths to success. You get to choose – but you have to believe you deserve it and are capable of achieving…
I want to move to a better life!
Be careful of thinking that moving is your magic ticket to a better life. “Wherever you go, there you are.” You can have the life you…
How to be rich beyond your wildest dreams!
My conversation with Ray Edwards about his new book, Permission to Prosper, dismantles much of what we commonly believe about being “rich” and being “poor”.…
I’m scared to death that God will judge my discontent!
We all get to decide what we say “Yes” to. And to stay where you are miserable and where your “soul is crying for a…
I want to be a millionaire in 3 years!
A listener shares that he wants to be a millionaire in 3 years. I don’t know of any more direct path to making that happen…
I’m a thinker – not a doer
Dreaming Is Not Enough To Achieve Your Goals We know dreaming is not enough. Dreaming without doing accomplishes little. But maybe you really are more…
I know what to do but can’t make myself do it
A listener asked if there were terms to describe this. Yes, there are but you don’t want them associated with your name! Here are some…
We see the world as we are
How To Fight Burnout and Be More Productive We can change how we see the world by changing who we are. I share my experience…
How long are you going to wait before you demand the best for yourself?
As we start a new year, we all must realize that how this ear goes for us depends on the decisions we make. You must…
Fear is the cheapest room in the house
Reduce Fear and Move Forward It’s not unreasonable to experience fear in our lives. It can protect us in many ways. But we don’t want…
Your greatest joy is your sorrow unmasked
It is often true that we teach best what we’ve experienced ourselves — particularly sorrow. Dave Ramsey went broke – now he teaches other people…
Which comes first – generosity or wealth?
Are you waiting to be generous? Many people assume they will be generous as soon as they get wealthy with all their bills paid, retirement…
I know what your life will be like 3 years from now!
I can predict your future! All I need to do is spend a day with you and listen to what you say and watch what…
Where did you stop dreaming?
Are you giving up your freedom for security? I recently had an experience that rocked my thinking. I thought I had left an inspiring office…
The story of the Bronze Eagle
The process of creating a sculpture goes through many stages, just like we do. Are you willing to go through the ups and downs as…
You too can be a highly trained, poor, enthusiastic underachiever!
One of my pet peeves is seeing people who want to get a new job or start a new business who are buying programs, going to…
But are you sure you’re right?
How To Recognize “Truth” There is a concept called “confirmation bias” which means we tend to find information that supports what we already believe. While…
Have you decided to be more successful next year?
3 Tips On How To Achieve Your Goals Often, we have someone call our office about making a change in his or her life. We…
Guard this 90 minute window and you’ll win the day!
Tips for a Positive, Productive Day If you crawl out of bed, grab a cup of coffee, jump in your car, and scream at drivers…
Why would you vote for this candidate?
Choosing the person that will run your life for the next four years I’m talking about the critical decision we all have to make about…
Is your life really going to make a ‘dent in the universe’?
Can you make a difference in the world? A listener asks if an average person with average abilities can really make a difference. You should…
Why isn’t your great business idea making you money?
People approach me every day with business ideas — what could be the next greatest Hula Hoop, self-directing Frisbee, time management system, dog training trick,…
Have you asked for what you want?
Crystal and Mark Victor Hansen show us why asking for help makes you appear smarter and more likable. I share my story about asking Mark…
Why do I keep sabotaging myself?
Maybe you don’t deserve a better life? If you’ve ever thought that, you may be creating our own reality. Self-sabotage is real. But be sure…
Should I change myself or change my job?
I love this question and the answer comes from looking inward first. Knowing yourself well is the key to knowing if your current job has…
Just Broke my Leash – Now What?
Who Has Created the Obstacles In Your Life? I heard a story recently about a dog, straining at his leash, barking ferociously at a cat…
Mentor to Millions – how to be one; how to find one!
This is a rare time when I have an outside guest – actually two today. Mark Timm and Kevin Harrington, authors of Mentor To Millions…
48 days into my new job I was fired – what now?
Well, this is a new one. I don’t recall ever getting a note talking about losing a job in 48 Days. From the tone of…
It might be too late for you to be successful
No it’s really not. In this episode I contrast the theories outlined in Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell and Range by David Epstein. It seems that…
Sure I’ll give you $10,000 – no questions asked, IF
Do you have a list of friends you could call at 3:00 AM who would be willing to help you out if you really needed…