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48 Days to the Work You Love/CD
by
Dan Miller
Audio edition. 48 Days to the Work You Love is not about finding a new job. It is about finding out what you are going to According to Dan Miller, failing to make that fundamental discovery is why so many people find themselves in jobs they hate. But the great news is this book will lead you to the vocation you will love. Dan Miller will help you see clear patterns form ...more
Audio CD, 240 pages
Published
January 1st 2007
by B&H Publishing Group
(first published December 31st 2004)
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Having heard so much about this book and being on the waiting list at the library for over a month to read it, I expected it to provide a profusion of insight and inspiration. I got both, but only in manageable bite-size pieces.
Had I read this in college when I thought I knew what I was doing, it would have had a greater impact on me. Now that I'm in my thirties and I know I don't know what I'm doing, any chance of epiphany was demoted to a mere ping of intrigue. Not that I didn't...more
Had I read this in college when I thought I knew what I was doing, it would have had a greater impact on me. Now that I'm in my thirties and I know I don't know what I'm doing, any chance of epiphany was demoted to a mere ping of intrigue. Not that I didn't...more
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Once upon a time not too many years ago, people would start a career that typically lasted until they retired, with few job changes. Nowadays, the statistics are that people will have roughly 16 jobs during the course of their working careers. How does one navigate the work force with so many changes and new jobs emerging while still putting one’s own talents and giftings into use? Miller encourages individuals to make measurable goals and life plans. He uses scriptures for some of his basis plu...more
Don’t be scared when I tell you I am a huge fan of Dave Ramsey. Really, you don’t have to be scared because this book review is only about a book he consistently recommends to callers on his radio show. Now, I’m not looking for a job as I am quite happy with the one I have, but I am intrigued by Ramsey’s consistently suggesting books to his callers and he pretty much always has a specific title matching each caller’s particular challenge. I wanted to check the quality and caliber of his suggesti...more
p. 7 "The Master in the art of living makes little distinction between his work and his play, his labor and his leisure, his mind and his body, his information and his recreation, his love and his religion. He hardly knows which is which. He simply pursues his vision of excellence at whatever he does, leaving others to decide whether he is working or playing. To him he is always doing both." -James Michener
p. 9 Leo Tolstoy "A Talk Among Leisured People," "...more
p. 9 Leo Tolstoy "A Talk Among Leisured People," "...more
I read this a little while ago and saw it again while packing things up for a garage sale. A few years ago, I might have attempted to find and do something I love, but now, with the economy so shaky, I am just thankful that I have a job. This sort of self-discovery (self-indulgence) is better left to boom years. I suppose if I ever lose my job I could apply some of these, but the things I like to do don't pay well.
When I first started reading this book, I also downloaded a copy of the accompanying 48 day action plan. I was really excited about putting this process into a 48 day time frame. The action plan seemed daunting at first glance. Then I read some other people's reviews, many of which said things like: "don't waste your time," "all promise and no delivery," etc. I became disillusioned. But, since I had it on loan from the library and therefore had a limited time frame during whi...more
I'm skimming this one. It's turned out to be really vague, which I first realized when I discovered that the book, while suggesting you take 48 days to work on it, is not actually broken down into 48 day sections. Nor does it give you many concrete ideas on *how* to find your vocation, just that you should.
It does have some good quotes, both scripture and secular (it's a heavily Christian-oriented book), which are comforting and inspiring. Also, some of the points he makes serve...more
It does have some good quotes, both scripture and secular (it's a heavily Christian-oriented book), which are comforting and inspiring. Also, some of the points he makes serve...more
It's just another job search manual.
This book will help you if you're looking for a traditional job. It contains advice on resume writing and job search tactics, and a thorough section on interviewing skills.
But if "the work you love" is nontraditional -- freelance work or self-employment -- look elsewhere. Despite the author's admission that "the new normal" includes more such work, the job-hunting sections assume that "work" means a place on a ...more
This book will help you if you're looking for a traditional job. It contains advice on resume writing and job search tactics, and a thorough section on interviewing skills.
But if "the work you love" is nontraditional -- freelance work or self-employment -- look elsewhere. Despite the author's admission that "the new normal" includes more such work, the job-hunting sections assume that "work" means a place on a ...more
Write a review...This is an excellent book for getting motivated and positive thinking about a job search or career change. It has practical advice, true case histories and lots of examples to help you focus and empower you. After reading this book I was far more positive about my situation and knew some concrete steps to take to change it. It is easy reading and flows nicely. I personally found the references to God a help and encouragement. This book is suggested by Dave Ramsey and I can see w...more
I'm a fan of Dan's podcast but I wasn't fond of the book. There were some generalities in the text that felt like filler to me. An example, about the way people act when dissatisfied with their job (p. 45) "I see women stop going to church, spend money they do not have, read romance novels rather than inspirational material, and snap at their kids when asked an innocent question."
I guess instead of this vague anecdotal stuff, I'd prefer some sort of fact, such as, "78% o...more
I guess instead of this vague anecdotal stuff, I'd prefer some sort of fact, such as, "78% o...more
Great advice on identifying your vocation, learning to love what you do or do what you love. Dan's style is not technical, easy to read. I believe this book is a MUST for anyone not sure if they are following their true calling or unsure of where they will be in the next 5 years. If you are absolutely satisfied and love with what you do, this book is not for you. If you are a little unsure, this book will help you analyze yourself and learn how you can improve your path to the work you love.
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A good book for those of us who haven't been out in the job search field for a long time. He explains the difference between a job, career and a vocation. The last one is the one you love. Even if you're good at the work you do if you don't love it you won't find satisfaction in doing it. I reworked my resume' completely after reading this book. He has strategies for getting interviews I've been hearing in the career workshops. Starting to put some of them into action. It's certainly a tough job...more
To be fair, Dan Miller provides some good information and strategies for people who are looking for a job or wanting to transition to a better job sprinkled somewhat haphazardly throughout this verbose book. Sending a letter of intention, then a resume with a cover letter, and following up with a personal phone call is a better way to go about looking for a job than just sending out resumes or filling out electronic applications and waiting for the calls to come to you. Fair point. Unfortunat...more
I read this book while I was unemployed and trying to determine the direction of my career. It was recommended by Dave Ramsey. I found this book very helpful and thought provoking. As it challenged me to think about my skills and strengths in an honest way. It was also encouraging to read about the difficulty of choosing a career path and realizing that so many people struggle with finding a long-term career. If you are unemployed, thinking about changing careers or know of someone who is, I...more
Haven't gotten very far into this, but what I have read has been good and straight-forward. Once upon a time not too many years ago, people would start a career that typically lasted until they retired, with few job changes. Nowadays, the statistics are that people will have roughly 16 jobs during the course of their working careers. How does one navigate the work force with so many changes and new jobs emerging while still putting one's own talents and giftings into use? Miller encourages indiv...more
The book is not well written in the sense of being enjoyable to read and intellectually stimulating. It took me awhile to get over that, and actually I don't think I really did. BUT it had some really good information about finding a vocation that you have always wanted and for whatever reason haven't pursued. There are some good job hunting strategies, but mostly this book is a "pump you up" type of job-self-help book. I would recommend it just because when you are pursuing career ...more
It had some useful insights, the greatest of which for me personally was that you cannot depend on employers to ensure your financial success, you must learn to market your skills and generate income however possible and that the best way to do this is to find things you are passionate about. It's a very motivational book for those who are feeling stuck in a rut. Some of the self-esteem talk, probably related to the fact that Robert Schuller is one of Mr. Miller's favorite theologians, I found i...more
Great book about helping you find, change, or create the work you are doing into something more meaningful. This book is based upon the belief that God has placed all of us here for a purpose, and in working within our greatest strengths and doing things that give us the most energy (instead of draining us), we will find the most fulfillment and success.
There are several things that need changing:
First, this edition is missing day 41. I had to search online for that day's activit...more
There are several things that need changing:
First, this edition is missing day 41. I had to search online for that day's activit...more
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While Miller's book certainly gave me some new insight into how to look for a job, he points out that his book is meant for a "hard sell" on a product: you. Unfortunately, if you're not a salesperson, this isn't easy. The steps are laid out chapter by chapter. The first half of the book really lays out the groundwork for the definition of work, our past conceptions of the job search process, and today's misinterpretations of a "good" job.
All of that is fine and...more
All of that is fine and...more
I had owned this book for about a year before reading it. I don't even remember where I got it. But I will tell you, this book was one of the main reasons that I am no longer in a rut! As a direct result of reading this book, I applied for a job at About.com and started my own website (www.lifewellread.com). It encourages you to find the career path that you were meant to have based on your personality and individuality. It also just gives you hope for the future. Sometimes thats all we need.
Dan Miller is an expert when it comes to helping people change careers or discover what they want to do with their life. This book is a great resource for how to write effective resume's and cover letters. However, Miller is obviously extremely driven by his religion, which is fine, but every page was filled with Christianity stuff, so I just skipped as much of that as I could. If he had omitted that stuff, the book probably would be half the length that it is now.
I just finished this book and loved it. Dan Miller is friends with Dave Ramsey, Total Money Makeover so I knew I would love it. These too guys are awesome. This book brings hope to those who are unemployed and gives concrete answers to the question now that I am unemployed what do I do next.Great book I recommend it for the unemployed or the not so unemployed everyone needs to real this book. Very timely advice consider our unemployment situation in this country.
Recommended by Tyson Hansen. 48 Days to the Work You Love, is not so much about finding a new job. It is more about learning who we are really called to be. According to the author, failing to make that fundamental discovery is why so many people find themselves in jobs they hate. But now, thousands upon thousands are finding the work they love thanks to practical advice from leading career counselor Miller.
I thought this was a pretty motivational and yet simple career book. Miller poses many thought provoking questions to help you figure out what you really want and how you can apply what you are good at with what you are interested in to create an interesting career for yourself. He doesn't focus on one specific career path, but instead helps you explore the options of working for someone, owning your own business, and/or finding fulfillment in the job you already have and the hobbies you pract...more
Very good book focusing on doing what you enjoy. There are ways to make money and enjoy what you do. Sometimes it takes work to figure out what that is, but it is worth it. Sometimes, what you want to do is much more difficult than your current job, but often it does not even feel like work. I for one would rather work hard on something I enjoy instead of slack off at something I don't
Dan Miller challenges you to think outside the box when assessing your career path. Being passionate about what a person does for a living instead of just working at a job. Real life stories illustrate points for finding what you love to do and marketing that talent or skill into a career that brings joy into your life. Practical advise for resumes, interviews and job hunting included.
LOVED this -- if you are not sure about where your life is going career wise this is a must read. It really puts things in perspective and reminds us that there is more to life than being in a job you don't love. Life's too short - pursue your passion!!!!! I am thinking of using this book in a small group with my church next semester! Highly recommend it.
It was a tad heavy on the christian aspects and comments, but overall a very good book. Helpful for focusing on your passion - your ideal vocation. Also the actual job seeking strategies are terrific. A nice and simple, yet thorough step-by-step guide - from preparing a resume to finding and contacting prospective employers.
Again I was looking for a magic formula to help figure myself and my life out. Again I was disappointed. There were some good things to think about. He was a little to churchy/religious/preachy at certain points. I think this would be a good book for high school or college students to read to help orient them to work life.
I thought he gave some very good advice about resumes, interviewing, following up and also about finding jobs in general. The thing that he kept emphasizing was finding what we are passionate about and finding a way to do that and make money. Which sounds great, except what if you really don't know what you are passionate about? It didn't really give any good insight or advice as far as finding those types of things out about yourself, which I found frustrating.
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