Winner or Loser: You Choose

By Dan Miller
48days.com

CBN.com – I had a lot of fun with creative experiments while getting my graduate degrees in Psychology. Students are known for devising interesting experiments to test various human theories. A number of years ago, some students decided to use one of their friends as a guinea pig, to see if false suggestions could cause reactions in the body.

On the chosen day, the guinea pig left the dorm, suspecting nothing unusual. However, a friend greeted him with, “Good Morning, Chuck! How are you doing today? You look a little pale.” Seconds later another friend rounded the corner with “Chuck, are you feeling okay? You look a little sick!” A third friend greeted Chuck and said, “You really shouldn’t be out of bed! You look horrible!” Before the young man could get to his first class, he turned around, went back to the dormitory and fell into bed. He was, in fact, sick.

Has anyone been feeding you false information lately? Maybe the newspapers are in on a big joke – telling you no one is hiring. Your “friends” have been misinformed – you really are competent and capable. Your boss is a bozo, not you. Maybe your spouse or your parents haven’t been very encouraging.

What would happen if rather than listening to the feedback, you decided to “see” and create your own future? Isn’t there just as much likelihood that you could create a good, clean, positive future? Are there really limitations in front of you – or are those obstacle just between your own two ears?

“As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.” —Proverbs 23:7

“Think you can or think you can’t; either way you’re right.” —Henry Ford

Principles from 48 Days to the Work You Love

48 Days Online Radio Show

Thanks for the variety of interesting questions you are submitting each week. As you know, I then scan through and answer as many as possible in each week’s 48-Minute podcast. If you could please keep your questions to about 50 words they are much more likely to make it into the lineup!

Just click on this e-mail link and you can ask about resumes, interviewing, at-home business or finding your purpose in life: AskDan@48Days.com.

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Drive Joanne's Jaguar

Joanne's Jaguar How would you like to take over ownership of Joanne’s personal car – the official 48 Days Jaguar? This has been Joanne’s pride and joy, and perhaps the most immaculate car we’ve ever owned.

Here are the details: $11,775 (Kelly Blue Book shows $14,375)

2000 Jaguar XJ8L (long-wheelbase)
Spindrift White over Cashmere Beige Leather
Premium Audio System with 6 CD Changer
16” Starburst Rims
Sunroof
Keyless Entry/Alarm System

Last month, on September 13 I had new brakes, rotors, and a set of Michelins installed ($2172.79). The XJ8 is the car that has made Jaguar legendary. This car offers a combination of performance, luxury, safety, quality, and style that is completely unique in the automotive world. This particular one is the very best color, has all the right options and equipment, and is absolutely flawless with not even a door ding. The leather is excellent, the tires are brand new, and at 87,770 miles it is ready for years of service. Everything works. There are no problems, unresolved issues, warning lights, etc. I can send photos if you’d like.

How about a special bonus?. We’ll add a complete boxed set of 48 Days products, including the famous 48 Peppermint candies. In addition, you’ll receive the very first signed copy of my new book, No More Mondays, as soon as they arrive. And, pick the car up on a Friday and Joanne and I will take you as our guests to our favorite Friday night restaurant (a secret country destination – great food and live music).

E-mail me directly (dan@48Days.com) if you’d like to be the next driver. With Joanne’s last car – a beautiful red Volvo 850 Turbo – I had people upset because I promised it before they knew it was available. Oh, I will be keeping the 48 Days license plate. That will go on Joanne's new ride.

Helpful Tips

Get Dirty, Stinky, and Rich
It should be no surprise to learn that some people get rich doing what the rest of us consider boring, dirty, or downright disgusting. It appears Porta-Potties and cleaning septic tanks are making some guys very wealthy. Maybe that clean desk and nifty tie are costing you an opportunity. Read more in USA Today.

We need a Bookkeeper
Yes, right here at 48 Days, we are looking for a contract bookkeeper – probably 2-3 hours a week. Basic qualifications will include business savvy as well as an understanding of QuickBooks. We are a delightful bunch to work with and you can help us map out the exciting things we’re launching in '08. I’m sure many of you are competent – but I do want someone to come to our Franklin, Tenn. country compound for this, so that limits all you virtual number crunchers and electronic immigrants. E-mail Ashley@48Days.com if you’re the one we’re looking for.

Got an Innovative High Schooler
The Innovation America Foundation (IAF) is working to motivate young people to pursue college degrees and careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. The Voices of Innovation contest is challenging high school students to use problem solving, creative thinking, media, and technology to show their innovation abilities. Teams of high school students are invited to submit 45-second videos at http://edcommunity.apple.com/innovation showcasing the future of American innovation. Students will be asked, How can you improve your world through innovation?

Trapped in a Job?
The most popular product in the 48 Days arsenal continues to be the Computerized Personality Report. Before you begin seeking a better job or self-employment, you need to be sure you are pursuing opportunities that match your personality style and will fulfill and reward you for a lifetime!

"Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has plenty; not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some." —Charles Dickens, English novelist (b. 1812)

Dan Miller is the bestselling author of 48 Days To The Work You Love and a renowned Life Coach specializing in career fulfillment. His weekly newsletter reaches 70,000 subscribers. Dan’s articles are featured here at CBN every Tuesday, and you can find out more about Dan at www.48days.com.