2. I was wondering if you might dedicate an entire podcast to raising kids to be hard workers and have a "No More Mondays" mindset. I need help being creative with my kids and helping them be creative in ways to make money.

3. Can you talk about pricing soft services like coaching and how to find the right price to charge?

4. I am stuck in a "RUT" I go to a job every day (commuting in rush hour traffic for an hour) that I know is not my calling --sitting at my desk for most of the day doing nothing and I am learning nothing. I don't know what to do.

5. What do you do if you want to start a business but every idea is either something you don't want to do, don’t know how to do or don’t have the money to do?

2. Should I leave a government job – “with security” – to go with something that has more potential?

3. Is it too late to start at 50 to find a career that feeds my soul and my pocketbook?

4. Is it wise to borrow money to cover my income while I get my coaching biz started or continue working full time?

5. The company I work for is losing money and sure to close down soon. Should I move on or stay to the end?

Thank you so much for the podcast with Jared. I am from Kenya and my village is crippled with so much poverty. I have wanted to do something with the women, most men are dead or gone. I wanted not to ask for aid or give the women handouts, I want them to use the available resources to make money and come out of poverty. My village is pretty small and I know this can work. I just had no idea how to implement this whole thing. I need to sort myself out in terms of getting some income and then achieve this long term goal that I have. Thank you so much and to Jared, you are a jewel in Africa we do not need Aid, we need to get out of the poverty ourselves. Grace Onyango

And then the usual questions:

1. I have a lot of academic and volunteer experience in the field of disability services. As a person with a disability I would like to coach persons with disabilities and/or their parents in life success strategies and navigating programs for the disabled. Is it reasonable for me to think that I could have a business coaching persons with disabilities up and generating a decent income in the next three to six months?

2. Dan: I have been through the 48Days course and I wonder if I could adapt it to teach as a technical college continuing education type course. I am currently teaching at a two year technical college in Commercial Printing but I talk to a lot of students (old & young) that have no idea what they want to do career wise that fits their gifts & abilities. Any ideas?

3. Dan, My wife is staying home with our newborn, and I'm trying to find some creative income methods to supplement our greatly reduced income. What do you think about a small carpet cleaning business? It appears that the only startup costs are approximately $1,000 for the equipment. I figure doing a few houses on the weekend could net me somewhere around $8,000 to $15,000 per year, which would make a big difference to our $55,000 household income.

4. I’ve always worked hard and done my best. 3 years ago I became a manager, but I’m not happy. I just don’t care about the job. I can’t afford to quit, but I don’t feel like I am doing any good. I am unfocused and forgetful and it’s affecting my entire life. I feel like I’m failing my family.

5. I cry EVERY day. Single Mom w/3 kids no support. Currently working as paralegal because of high pay. HATE IT. Working through your 48days book. Need your encouragement, please. Tell me I can work this out and still feed the kids. Monthly bills $4000.

In this podcast I have my son Jared as my guest. Jared is executive director of www.sistersofrwanda.org in Kigali, Rwanda. He has a great model of working with the women at the bottom of the ladder economically and socially, and has now created a model where they can earn significant income while providing funding for the organization’s administrative needs as well.

I love this growing awareness of “social entrepreneurship” or the understanding that we can shift capitalism to create good. Many of us come from backgrounds that make us question if making money is somehow moving away from doing true ministry. I am convinced it is the most effective and most direct path to actually increasing our ministry efforts.

Jared and I explain how his organization has become self-sustaining and how you can take your idea and do the same using “social entrepreneurship.”

2. Okay Dan, I've listed my skills, interests and personality characteristics on paper, it was a great exercise! But now how do I integrate this information to come up with the right business ideas?

3. Any advice for a mom of 4 kids (who has been a Stay-At-Home-Mom for 10 years) to prepare for eventual employment in the next 3 years when the baby starts school full time? What can I do now to be prepared?

4. In my pursuits of purpose and increase in income I have a hard time with tithing. I've tithed for years and in this last year it has been a hard struggle. What do you do? This is my money. I truly care about God's Kingdom but I also have pursuits that I care about and want to invest in. It always seems that after you tithe you don't have enough and then you're expecting to "hold on".

5. I have been a metal fabricator for over 15 years. I am stuck at $39k a year. I love what I do for a living, just not the wages. What direction can I go with all that I know, that can place me in the $65k to $90k income range?

6. I noticed in your most recent newsletter that you would advise someone whose spouse is not on board with anything "revolutionary" to just go ahead and get a regular job. Did I read that correctly? My spouse is not supportive either, but I have every intention of doing something extraordinary and proving to her that I can do it.

2. You have talked about setting up a system where products you sell on a website could be shipped directly from the manufacturer and you do not have to mess with carrying inventory etc. How do I set up such a system (through a fulfillment house) and how do I find product manufacturers that would do this.

3. I want to be self employed with no employees. I have 2 to 4 simple business ventures I could begin, but I am unsure that any one of them alone could meet my long term financial needs. What is your opinion on managing a few ventures where the sum total of their income does meet my needs? Have you seen this approach successfully used?

4. Dan, I love teaching and working with kids in the outdoors, primarily through Scouting. However, it's pretty hard to replace a $75,000 income doing either of those things. Any thoughts on how I might turn these passions into a viable profession?

5. Thanks to Dave Ramsey we have no debt except our home and we are working on getting it paid off. However, though we bring in $130k/year (70k for me, 60k for her), I am MISERABLE. We have financial goals that seem to force me to stay in a job I DETEST! Should I try to transition now or wait until we have the house paid off?

6. Dan, I have an idea about starting a business making video resumes for people. I've made my own and gotten positive feedback. Is there a market for this and where do I start? Thank you for your ministry! I left teaching after 13 years and can't tell you the peace I feel at the thought of NOT going back in August!!!!

2. I am on Social Security Disability and am very disabled. Cannot handle any kind of stress without passing out. No money to start anything. Cannot afford necessary food, or your books and packages. Intensely desire to be like an ancient man named Enoch, or another named Jesus. Does that make a living?

3. I want to start my own business, however I have no desire to ever have any employees or manage people. If I have a service business such as lawn care, how do I grow my business without hiring employees? I fear that the business will eventually die because I turned down jobs based on my time limitations.

4. I will be 45 this year and have only had one job I loved and have failed at about everything else I have tried. I am sure I have found a new passion and want to work for myself but of course the FUD factor is blinding me. I don't want to let down my family and be seen as a failure again. Any Ideas???????

5. I am almost 60 years old -- Lots of experience training, teaching, facilitating workshops. I am tired of working and have a passion for speaking and training. Problem: I am scared to death. People tell me I have a great speaking voice, I always get standing ovations, but I am usually frightened to death until I get on stage, then I am fine. It takes me forever to put together a speech because I am so scared of failing. I just need to get started but don't know how. Please advise.

6. In a recent podcast you spent a great deal of time discussing resources such as books, audio, teleseminars, tradeshows, etc. and you highly recommended that people should immerse themselves in all of the available information for professional growth and development. I love to do just that! However, I have found myself wondering how to avoid "paralysis by analysis" and actually put ideas into action. I can get caught up on the latest ideas and lose focus on a profitable plan. Any suggestions?

2. Other than Matthew 6:33, what does the word of God say about job hunting? I have been looking for over a month, have a great coach and still no success.

3. I want to create an internet based business because I want to work at home and create my own schedule and it has no age discrimination attached to it. Here’s my idea... Made to order organic t shirt business (online only) I'm trying to find suppliers that will make as the orders come in. I worked in the fashion industry " one of the jobs that was on my "I want to try..." list" I observed women had a terrible time with t shirts fitting right.

4. I hate the current job I'm in. I'm 32 years old and I drive a forktruck at a factory here in town. I'm really burned out on my job and I'm not sure how much longer I can keep this up. I really enjoy drawing and I also am passionate about cars. Do you have any advice on where I should go from here?

5. I followed God's call in ministry for over 20 years. Two years ago I attempted to transition from ministry into something outside the local church. What direction does an ordained minister go if not into ministry, social services, or parachurch organizations? I want to start my own Christian apparel line, but do not know where to start.

6. When doing consulting, how do you decide how much to charge? I want to be fair to people, but I also don't want to price myself out of the market. Just doing simple math, my salary at my old job works out to $60 an hour. My consulting job is literally the same work I was doing at my company. Is $100 an hour fair?

1. What kind of entrepreneurial choices are available for someone whose personality is that of a follower instead of a leader? I'm the type of person who enjoys working in the background and letting others manage and network with customers.

2. I have a passion for helping people work through addiction recovery. I want to write a daily devotional to help encourage them. Even better: make an audio recording they could download and listen to whenever they chose. I'm trying to get out of my day job. Do you this idea can work?

3. Dan, I am an extremely introverted person. I have been very successful in sales for almost 20 years but have been miserable the whole time. I come home to my family but just want to be left alone because I am so drained at the end of the day. I love doing research and collecting motivational and Christian quotes but don't know how to convert this into a career, particularly one that will replace my current salary ($100K/yr). Thank you!

4. Dear Dan, Could you recommend a few books on marketing that would be applicable to churches. I am currently the full-time minister for a small congregation but I see myself moving on to another congregation in the next couple of years and I would like to position myself as a church marketing expert. Any suggestions would be helpful.

5. Dan, I was contacted by a recruiter who scheduled a face to face interview regarding a job opportunity. While at the meeting, I was told, "you need to take this crap off your resume" referring to the 6 years I was a stay at home mom. In it I outlined my volunteer efforts as a Church Secretary, Co-Youth Director, and PTA helper. I was offended since I consider the time I took off to raise my kids as the most rewarding job I've ever had. I just wanted to know what your thoughts was on this, and please, offer any help you can give to women (or men) who may be up against the same hurdle.

6. I'm 44, in a job I loathe (for 20 years). I don't really know if I have a passion for anything anymore. I've lost myself through the years. How can I find what my gifts are and find my passion to work for myself?

7. If you only had 7 days to live who would you call? What would you do? Why?

One of the most common questions from readers is simply how to find an idea worth pursuing. Questions like these.

-My problem is lack of ideas and forgoing a steady revenue stream.

-I can't think of a home business that interests me.

-How can I train myself to think more creatively?

-Need new ideas to generate extra income.

-I the biggest obstacle is finding something I am passionate about.

-What if I don't have a unique business idea?

I talk about how unwelcome change may be the catalyst for your great idea – if you are paying attention. (Example – Dave Ramsey) I tell the two books that every successful person has read, which magazines I read, and how two hours a day transformed my own success.

6. I've begun to write bite-sized Christian devotionals for women and I'd like to be able to get them published. I have never written anything for "publication" before, but I feel I have testimonials and encouraging messages to share. I'm writing on my own--not in a writers' group; can these devotionals actually get launched? Any guidance?

I begin this podcast by sharing about a lunch meeting with an up-and-coming music star in Nashville. Then I spend the rest of the time dealing with this all so common question – How can I possibly start an idea of my own without “enough” money? We had 4685 questions submitted for our recent 212ºConnection teleseminar. Probably 800-900 dealt with this issue. Here’s just a sampling – then you can listen to my reasons for moving ahead even if you have zero money!

1. I have worked for a single employer for 30 years. I can retire now with half of my present income with no benefits. I need to earn enough money to make up the difference plus health care my family(wife and 4 kids ages 6 to 13) The idea of self employment sounds like a great adventure from the present torture of my current job. I am 49.

2. My greatest concern is that we have so much debt that I feel like we will never get out of it so that I can pursue my dream of owning my own business.

3. I need cash flow and looking for that is interfering with building my business - a bit ironic.

4. How do I transition form employee to entrepreneur without losing income.

5. My greatest concern is that I will be able to provide income for my family.

6. I have an idea of a business I want to invest in when I save up, but I keep hearing that I can start a business with no capital. But without the structure of the pre-set up business, I'm not sure I will every actually follow through...

7. My idea is good but what is stopping me is my credit. I don't think I can afford the start-up cost.

2. Dan, I have been employed by a large national company the past few years. While they provide me and my family a salary and security (IE insurance) I find the work non-rewarding. I am talking to a much smaller company where the work will be more rewarding, and an opportunity to do what I love, but the security of a large company will not be there. What factors should I consider before considering this job?

3. Why did you choose wordpress over blogger or other blog sites? Also, can you make money by using a blog such as teleseminars, e-books, affiliate marketing etc.?

4. Bank account: -$450. Business loan: -$100,000 with $850/month interest only payments. Mortgage: $250,000 Degree: No. Kids: No. Husband: No. Invested in business, economy collapsed and I lost everything. On the verge of foreclosure. How do I start over?

5. My very talented husband is trying to start his own internet business. He's tried just about everything from Jeff Paul to Carlton Sheets to FOREX to Quixtar etc. He's a great poet/entertainer and wants to sell his poems. Any suggestions?

6. Dan, I am writing a book to give to my children (and to sell) and want to have someone do illustrations and really make it look nice, like those on SimpleTruths.com. How do I approach someone with it without losing the idea and content? Thanks again for your insights and inspiration.

1. I have been saying for years that I want to be a full-time freelance graphic designer. My fear is the lack of a steady income and lack of health insurance. I feel as though I could feel stuck or trapped working at my job to make ends meet. I commute 80 miles round trip 4 days a week..I would love to have the freedom to work from home!

2. I'm a Baptist minister and at this point have little "extra" time. I want very much to have more time with my wife, more income, and more time for rest. I'm extremely tired, not in the best of health, and stressed out, maybe burned out. Are you able to help me?

3. How can I continue to stay in ministry and have a business of my own.

4. My family's business is closing up in July or sooner. I am concerned most about what I do next. I would love to work from home, but I am afraid of getting stuck with something that ends up costing more money than it can make for me.

5. My biggest obstacle is my family. To them unless you have a "real" job you are bound to be destitute. I just don't think I can stand the illness and strife that my "real" job is causing any more. As a single mom with 2 elementary aged children, how do I make the leap into self-employment with not only no support but ridicule as well?

6. Should I leave the current job I have even with the economy the way it is? Can I afford not to?

2. I listened to a pod cast of you recently and you spoke about your closed meeting you have with 11 other guys on Wednesday morning. May I ask what some of those books that you used for discussion were?

3. Dan Did you have any fears when you stepped out and found the work you love? What advice do you have for those of us who have fear of the unknown or no idea what we want to do because we've done what was expected--never making a plan to fulfill our dreams and desires? What steps can one even take to figure out one's dreams and desires? Help

4. Hey Dan. I am a Software Engineer making $57,000 a year. I am considering changing my career to becoming a Fireman. The truth is I don’t belong in an office and I am passionate about helping people and being outdoors. My wife is not very happy about the option since I would be making about $30,000 a year. She is a teacher and makes $35,000 a year. Should I stay where I am and just worry about providing for my family even if it means to hate going to work everyday?

5. As a licensed architect / mother, I am interested in child development through “block play.” Playing with wooden blocks develops social skills, knowledge in the physical world and introduction to math concepts. Could a business selling blocks and writing/ illustrating children’s books (while developing seminars and articles on child development driving traffic to my web site) be a viable business?

6. Hi Dan, I would love to start my own business but I am painfully shy. So much that I am uncomfortable talking to people face to face or by phone. Are there small business opportunities for someone like me that involves little interaction with customers?

2. I am a school teacher and have a love for photography. I would like to start a photography business during the summer going to place of work and offering my services to take pictures of employees in action for $50/hour. The hiring company would then own the pictures. What do you think?

3. Hi Dan--I became a fan of 48 Days and No More Monday's via Dave Ramsey. Can you tell us how your Eagles reading/study group formed and how your meetings are structured? I'd like to form a similar group in the Mobile, AL area. Thanks and God Bless!

4. I am starting a consulting business which will make me pseudo-competitors with a former boss and professional associate. It has been four years, but I know she has the potential to take this negatively. Her constant “put downs” of other professionals is one reason I left the company. Do you have any advice for this situation?

5. After 25 years at FedEx, I’m looking for a job. I love old cars, drag racing, restoring them Etc...I’m 49 and scared. Where do I start?

2. I'm interested in pursuing self-employment, and I want to talk to real entrepreneurs before I make a firm commitment. How do I find these people? I grew up in a home that valued science and education - I know where to look for scientists, engineers, teachers and the like. I've spent 10 years in corporate finance, and I know how to find other bean counters. Can you please provide some suggestions about where entrepreneurs and the self employed are likely to be found?

3. My wife has recently started a transcription business. Since 1099 work is new to her (us), can you recommend any resources (web or printed material) for 1099 "dummies" in the area of self-employment taxes, deductions or other practical suggestions that I am sure we are overlooking. This business is currently supplemental income as the majority of our household earnings come from my salary as a pastor.

4. I have decided to follow my dream of being an artist. I already have plans made that includes an ebay store. At the moment my biggest problem is my own procrastination. How can I conquer this problem I'm having.

5. Why are you not using talkshoe.com or some other system to stream your show live and/or accept audience calls?

6. I am 25 and currently have a bachelor of fine arts degree with an emphasis in painting. After two years out of school I have not acquired a "real job." I currently teach yoga and work as a server. I am contemplating going back to school to become an occupational therapy assistant but I am hesitant because I am still paying back student loans from my first degree. I would enjoy the security of a 9 to 5 with benefits but in the end I just want to help people.

I also talked about how more education frequently traps people rather than giving them more options. Having a PhD., M.D., DDS, JD, DMin or whatever may reduce your perceived options for moving forward. And how making a lot of money may appear to be more limiting than if you’re broke.

And of course I answered lots of questions like these:

1. Dan, I would love to start my own business doing what I do now, but will have a 24 month non-compete once I leave. Is it foolish/selfish to quit and want to start my own business? I'm scared of two years with no/very little income.

2. I have previously read your 48 Days material and have been trying to put those ideas into motion. However the part I am getting stuck on is actually find my “passion” as I am uncertain how to get there. I do not hate my current job but would like the flexibility of time and without a cap on my salary. I sometimes think that if I was paid more I would enjoy my job more, but also understand compensation isn’t everything. What would you suggest?

3. Dan, I'm a 24 year old male on a path to something I'm passionate about: Church Planting. I’ve spent the past 2 years working for a corporate 500 company doing risk consulting and find no joy in this. What can I do to potentially generate income so I don't have to give up on this passion due to insufficient funds?

4. Hi Dan, I have just started selling a board game I created to help people learn basic computer skills. I always knew the marketing was going to be the biggest challenge but I'm not sure how to get started. The game is really targeted at Baby Boomers. You can read more about it at www.shortcut2learning.com

2. Dear Dan, I have a wonderful idea and its really starting off big. I am 100% sold on this idea and can visualize it. One voice is saying "I'm not organized enough" "I'm not; I'm not, etc. and the other voice saying "I don't have to be perfect - I can do it!" - but what does God want me to do?

3. How do I get straight answers as to why I'm not even getting interviews on jobs that I qualify for?

4. Hi Dan, I am a Massage Therapist and have been professionally active for about 6 years now. I want to open my own studio. Do you think I can do it with a $15,000. loan?

5. Dear Dan, I am a 47 year old male. I have a passion for motorcycles and it is something I have had since I was 7 years old but I never thought I could make a living at it. I sometimes drive up in the local dealer's parking lot but I can’t get up the nerve to go inside and ask for a job because I worry about the economy and that it might not pay well enough to keep my 2 daughters in college and after all, motorcycles are just toys for most people. I also tell myself that a hobby is one thing and a job is another. I am reading your 48 days book and just like the guy in "Chariots of Fire" I feel God's pleasure when I ride a motorcycle. Can I trust my feelings?

6. Currently I'm a 21 year old professional writing major/lawnman/ and musician. While there always seems to be lack of money in the music industry should I pursue this dream anyway? What's the best way to keep your day job while also pursuing your dream?

2. I am 60 years old and was laid off of my job about a month ago. Are there web sites that address job for people my age. I would love to be in my own business again but I have no funds available as illness in the past few years has drained all or most of it all away.

3. Hi Dan, I graduated from Medical School over 10 years ago. I went into medicine solely for the prestige and money and have not had the motivation to complete a residency. I have been floundering for the past 12 years. I do not want to go into medicine and feel I have wasted money and time pursuing it. Please help with any advice.

4. I am 55 years old, live with my mother with no jobs prospects as I don't have a car; I have also been separated from my husband for 3 years. I would like to start an online business, but without the knowledge to make a decision I just don't know where to start. Help!

5. Dan, I am a professional sales person averaging $310k/year for the last 10 years. I love my work and the company I work for, but am interested in striking out on my own. It is hard for me to see past the income and start my own venture. I've got 10+ years of money saved, but like the security of the regular pay. Any advice?

6. I am currently ending an emotional affair with a co-worker. He became a good friend, and we were even starting a business together. My husband, counselor and I have concluded that I need a new job to help sever all ties with my affair partner. I sent a "stay far away" email to my affair partner yesterday, and it's now very uncomfortable at the office. What are your thoughts on affairs and dating at the workplace?

2. What is the best way to get into the real estate agent business? I do not have any experience in the real estate field (currently in information technology) and don’t really know how to get started. Should I obtain a real estate license first and then contact a broker/company that I’d like to work for or vice versa?

3. Dan, Should one ever leave a job because it provides no insurance and take a job because it provides benefits even if it's a job you do well but don't fully enjoy? Any ideas?

4. I was pulled over for DUI in Nashville last November; I live in another state, and will probably be convicted. I travel in my work so loss of driver’s license will be devastating. I have been looking at doing something online but am very skeptical about things that I see. Any suggestions?

5. Could you please talk about the pros and cons of having a home office for a small business? What have your experiences been having clients in your home office? What features do you feel are essential for a functional home office?

6. My son is entering his junior year of college and still does not know what to major in or what job he wants. He loves computers. Can you tell me of some test or someone he could see to help guide him to what major he needs to take that will lead him to the job he will love?

2. I have been running a part time long arm quilting machine business out of my home for the past 2 years. The business is completely self sufficient. Estimates come in at about $17,000 to build a free standing structure to house both quilting and sewing equipment. I made $6,000.00 profit last year from the quilting business and am booked out to July with quilts already this year. I want to dream big and build the building but reality tells me to be conservative.

3. Dan, I want to register a trademark for a unique slogan for my business. Even though the business is just starting and slow, do you think it is worth the effort? I've searched and no one else has the three word phrase I'm looking at.

4. Dan, I have identified over 30 local companies in which I would like to work. I am having a very difficult time finding the names of specific people, in my case the Purchasing/Sourcing VP or Director, so I can send my letters and resumes. I have spent many hours researching on the internet with little success. I feel stuck. Please help!

5. I am a 49 yr old female and been in the BioTech business for 20yrs. I want to spend the second half of my life doing something "I" want to do, something I'm passionate about. BUT, I have a family and I am the bread winner and NEED MORE money to live, not less.

6. Dan - I'd like to set up a board of advisors for my small business. How should I find these people, and do I somehow compensate them?

2. Dan, I'm a 41 year old female and have a burning desire to open a restaurant. However I have no available cash and want to apply for grants and business loans. Can you give me any advice about the grant process??

3. I want to start a "for profit" aerospace education program for grades K-12 to help spark an interest in math and science. How can I get started? Could I possibly make a legitimate income off an already strained system of education?

4. I'm a single women over 50 who was downsized out of a job I've had for 25 years. I tried for several other type jobs and no one wants to hire someone my age, or if they do, it's not much above minimum wage. How do I change careers when I don't have enough money to go back to school or invest in another type business?

5. In a previous show, you told a gentleman that you have a file that you titled Developing an Idea. Is this something that is available for purchase on your website? I’m developing a physical product for the hunting industry, and am looking to gain more insight into mass producing and marketing it.

6. Dan, I have been running a small transcription business from home for a few years now. I have a basic website and 95% of my work is done online. We are struggling financially, and following Dave Ramsey’s plan. How can I grow my business if I don't have any money to invest? Thanks

2. I have children’s stories I would like to get published. I read that it could take up to 2 years for a story to get published going through a MEGA Publisher. Can you recommend a self publisher?

3. I've heard you talk about how your son works full-time for you as an independent contractor. How can he do this and still be classified as an independent contractor by the IRS? I thought you had to have a business that was open to other clients.

4. What is the best way for someone to determine if they are truly gifted to be self-employed? Is it true that some are better suited to be employees than to be self-employed?

5. You mention a lot of times about putting a business plan together, that having one is essential. What if you truly don't have a clue how to do that? Do you have a step-by-step how-to on that?

6. Our church is fund raising parallel to the story of the servants who were given talents and returned double to the master. We were given $25 to invest for the Lord for 3 months. Ideas?

7. My husband’s miserable with his job. He’s focused on his passion and wants to transition to self-employment. We live paycheck to paycheck and don't think we can afford this. We follow Dave Ramsey. Does he need to wait until we eliminate our debt in 3 years to transition or is there something he can do now?

In this podcast I ask Bill questions like:

Why should anyone care about blogging?
How can a person use new media tools to promote what they do?
Who are a couple of common people you’ve seen this work for?
How does someone begin their own blog?
How can listeners get more information?

2. I'm a nurse of 20years who has worked every area (almost) of the healthcare industry. It has always been something to pay the bills. My passion is in the technology industry, but I’m unsure how to get in the door without further schooling. I know there is an industry with healthcare and technology together, but most are looking for experience.

3. I am a teacher ready to throw in the towel. I read 48 days book, and am having trouble unsticking myself from the idea that I am only good for teaching. I know that I have skills in planning, organizing, managing, collaborating, and teaching, but how do I make these translate to fields other than education? Any ideas?

4. I'm thinking of pursing a franchise opportunity with Chick-fil-a. It's not the traditional franchise model...only a $5,000 investment, but you must be an operator. I'm 46 years old single, with a pretty good job, but I'm bored and am struggling to identify my true passion.

5. Could you explain what Freelancing is? I am a musician, I want to write inspirational books, and I enjoy speaking as some of my interests. I love inspiring! Are these areas of potential freelancing? Also, would you touch on the differences between being confident and positive vs. being overly optimistic and unrealistic?

6. Dan, I'm a Realtor in Michigan for over 30 years, I need help. I try to stay positive, but with no income, I'm looking for another job, At 61 I am having a hard time. I have faxed, e-mailed, interviewed until I could cry.

Then I discuss this first question at length: Can I be in “ministry” and still expect to make significant money? (Incidentally, my answer is a resounding “Yes.”)

1. Dan, I often hear you talk about how it is possible to earn more money than imagined by following your vocation first, followed by career then job. How does this earning more money philosophy fit for pastors and other ministry related professionals?

2. Dan, Should I put the price of my coaching services on my website and why or why not.

3. My daughter is 13 yrs. old going into high school in the fall. Her class is the first class required to pick a major. How can I best help her?

4. In light of today's economic climate, what are the best products to sell, or businesses that will best serve people's needs?

5. Dan, I have been a Realtor for the last sixteen years. I have almost always been self-employed and find it nerve-wracking to go out and look for a J O B as my wife insists. Any thoughts on where I might turn for encouragement and what else I might be good at?

6. I’ve heard you talk about “risk reversal.” What is that and how can it be used in business?

And then these questions:

1. Yesterday, my boss pulled me into her office and asked if I really disliked my job. I didn't realize I was showing how much I hate this job. I was given the option of searching for a job while I work for a month, but I feel like this is rather risky.

2. I'm a women over 50...how do I get my foot in the door once they see my resume and deduct that I'm at least over 40 and possibly 50? I'm in shape, take care of myself and could sell myself better in person .....it's just getting that initial interview!!!!

3. Dan I'm a 45 year old male with 15 of experience as a web/graphic designer. I bought your book and one of your courses, got fired up cashed in my 401k and left my corporate job. Six months later I'm broke and don't have any money to pay my bills. My wife is not happy and this is not the first time I try to go on my own. Now I dread just getting a job.

4. I am a bank vice president with an MBA in finance and years of experience. I am interested in teaching finance/business classes online. What steps do I take?

5. Is it ever ok to quit a job without having another one lined up? I started a new job recently and dislike it intensely but have little time off to interview.

2. My gift is gab. I'd like to become a professional speaker, but is talent enough? How do I turn talking about nothing into a living?

3. I am currently in a job and soon to graduate from the local community college. I am feeling guilty and not sure how to let my boss know. Do I wait until I have a job or let him know I am looking?

4. Hi Dan, I was brought up hearing that if you make your hobby your fulltime job you would get tired of it and wouldn't enjoy your hobby anymore.

5. Recently, I opened up a tackle shop on the internet called fishingtrail.com. Can you give some advice on how I can advertise it on a limited budget?

6. Dan, I am carefully planning a way to generate my own income. I want my wife to be involved as much as I in the decision making. yet, she is so scared of risk, she would rather live paycheck to paycheck with me working for an employer with 'benefits' than to invest time developing a long term plan with risk involved.

You’ll hear my comments from: Chapter One – Don’t Be “Stupid” – be careful of repetitive, predictable work.

Chapter Two – Let Your Life Speak – each of us has a “calling.” Do you know yours?

Chapter Three – Who’s Making Your Lunch Today? The importance of accepting responsibility for where you are.

Chapter Four – Don’t Wait for the Wizard – Don’t wait for God to hand you the life you want.

Chapter Five – Donald’s Not Coming – Fire Yourself – Would you apply for the same job you have now?

Chapter Six – Secure or Imprisoned? Sometimes we confuse loyalty with burying our head in the sand and missing opportunities.

Chapter Seven –But You Owe Me – Don’t expect to be paid for your “time.” Only results count.

Chapter Eight – Finding Work That Fits – When you recognize your marketable skills you see the possibilities for having five or six “customers” rather than just one.

Chapter Nine – One Place Forever – Blessing or Curse? -- Change is inevitable. Our only choice is how we will respond.

Chapter Ten – Throw out your TV – Don’t blind yourself to new ideas and opportunities all around us.

Chapter Eleven – No Money – No Problem! -- Is it really possible to make a lot of money without working for a big company?

Chapter Twelve – Living With Passion, Purpose & Profit – Don’t worry about “recessions” and “economic downturns.” Those have very little to do with your success. Your future is not determined by what’s happening in the White House – it’s determined by what’s happening in YOUR house.