I'll give you $150,000 for that pink VW BeachBomb matchbox car in your attic…

I'll give you $150,000 for that pink VW BeachBomb matchbox car in your attic…

Author: Dan Miller - 48 Days & Glassbox Media September 29, 2023 Duration: 41:05

In today's podcast I want to revisit some of the astounding things people are doing by focusing on a small niche. Old typewriters, chandeliers, books, art pieces and more are bringing record numbers. 

Bob Ross completed 1.1k+ paintings over the 31-season run of "The Joy of Painting," but one from the very first episode depicting a stone path, a pond, and some trees is getting attention right now. It's on the market — listed at $9.85m. Its original owner? A PBS volunteer who likely bought it for about $50.

Well, I want to walk through some listener questions to stimulate your thinking about your unique area of expertise. I'll bet there's something right under your nose that would open the floodgates to the life you've been dreaming of.

So here are our question setups for today's episode

Questions: 

1. It only took 4 months of unloading trucks for a large carrier, (making decent money) before he decided there's got to be a better way! 

2. My corporate job ends in Nov (46 days from today!), but I am OK. 

3. My "dream" (goal) is to have $700,000 in retirement funds before I reach the age of 71. We currently have about $20,000 in savings. 

4. What if I feel done with trying to make friends, and I only want to survive

Submit your questions to https://www.48days.com/askdan

If I use your question, we'll send you an autographed copy of 48 Days To the Work and Life You Love

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Each episode of 48 Days to the Work You Love Internet Radio Show is a conversation about redefining what you do for a living. Host Dan Miller, whose expertise in career development and entrepreneurship has established him as a leading voice in the field, guides listeners through the practical and philosophical shifts needed to move toward more satisfying work. This isn't just generic business advice; it's a focused discussion on aligning your skills and passions with opportunities that provide both meaning and financial stability. The long-running success of this podcast, consistently ranked in the top tier globally, stems from Dan's actionable approach and his core belief that fulfilling work is attainable for everyone. You'll hear specific strategies for navigating career transitions, insights on starting a business, and stories that challenge the conventional separation between work and life. Dan's perspective helps reframe job searches, side hustles, and entrepreneurial ventures as integrated parts of a purposeful journey. Tune in for a blend of motivation and concrete steps that cut through the noise of typical career guidance, all aimed at helping you design a professional life you genuinely love.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

48 Days to the Work You Love Internet Radio Show
Podcast Episodes
WOS: Daily Rituals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:50
This is the name of a book by Mason Currey describing the rituals and routines of 161 creatives from composers and writers to painters and poets. Here are a few to take note of. What is it that you do to stimulate your c…
Should I use my head or my heart when making this decision?7 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:38
This is not an either/or situation - this is a both/and opportunity. I can't think of any example where the decision would be best with only using one or the other. Episode #886, April 24, 2023 Questions: 1. Should you u…
WOS: Are you sailing in salt water? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:31
Theologian John Dunn shares a story of a group of sailors who reached South America after a long and treacherous journey. They entered the Amazon River, assuming it was a continuation of the Atlantic Ocean and had run ou…
But I can't do that… [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:59
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? What could happen if you eliminated these dirty words from your vocabulary - Imposs…
WOS: The Security of Imprisonment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:00
Charles Dickens wrote a story about a man who had been imprisoned for years. When he was released, he looked at the sunlight and then turned and walked back to his cell. The thought of freedom was overwhelming. How do yo…
You can't handle the truth… [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:07
Okay, I'm borrowing that line from A Few Good Men - but there are so many applications. Some of you can't handle making extraordinary money because you think too little of yourself. Some of you are waiting to start your…
WOS: Write Yourself a Check [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:37
The comedic actor Jim Carrey grew up in poverty with a sense of hope. When he was just starting out, he wrote himself a check for $10 million, dated it 5 years later and stuck it in his wallet. Within 5 yers, he saw doub…
But that's just the way I am... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:44
Yes, I encourage you to stay true to yourself - but that doesn't mean you can't learn and grow. Knowing yourself is never an excuse for low performance or for staying the same year after year. You can thrive and prosper…
WOS: The Magic of Thinking Big [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:50
I recommend that each of my children and grandchildren read this book by the time they're 14 years old. I wish I had gotten a hold of it when I was that young. One of my favorite parts is the five confidence building exe…
Your fortune might be in your attic… [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:19
You know how Beanie Babies and Barbie Dolls can now be worth a lot of money. Yep and also Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Wars figures and more. I'm going to tell you my latest interest - why it jumped out as somethin…