The Professional Noticer

Our first question is from a freelance copywriter who is having trouble shutting out the distraction of writing fiction during the times he should be working. He wants to know if this is due to a distracting writing environment or if it’s because of a mental aspect that he hasn’t considered.

The second question is from Cindy Who in Whoville. (Andy doesn’t believe it’s her real name…) She loves to hand pick the perfect gift for family and friends, but lately, the chaos of being around hordes of pushy people has her heart feeling a little smaller this year. She wants to know what has happened to make people act this way.

Our first question is from a businessman who has noticed fewer people with etiquette and common courtesy while traveling. He wants to know if our competitive society has led people to act this way.

The second question is from a mother who is having trouble getting her son to apply himself anywhere—whether it’s school, work, or chores. She is at a loss for what to do next and needs advice for getting him back on track.

Andy reads a classic Thanksgiving story from his book Return to Sawyerton Springs. Through this story, you’ll learn a method to find thankfulness when you’ve lost your grateful spirit.

Our first question is from a massage therapist whose management refuses to address issues with clients acting inappropriately. 

The second question is from a pastor who is struggling with leading his church to serve the community. He wants advice on how to delegate…and how to improve his leadership. 

Our first question is from someone who wants to know how to deal with people who are listening only in order to respond…and not listening with an ear to resolving the situation.

The second question is from a reader who wants to know how to turn concepts from a book into effective action.

Andy answers two listener questions! Our first question is from a writer who has made a living writing for others, but when it comes to writing for her own purposes, she freezes.

Be sure to listen for Andy’s take on the “Polar Opposites” in opinion that exist in the minds of most people about the subject of Responsibility—how to find the best answer that can most positively affect your life—and why it is perfectly situated in the middle.

Be sure to listen for Andy’s take on why forgiveness is about YOU—and how it is a decision, not an emotion.

On this week’s episode, Andy talks about the important difference between perspective and perception.

Our question comes from a sales team leader who is having trouble getting millennial employees comfortable with face-to-face interaction.