The Professional Noticer

This week, Andy answers a question from someone who has suffered from low self-esteem for much of his life. Our caller says that he hasn't felt truly loved or cared for in a long time and it's difficult to accept compliments—even from his wife and parents. He's wondering if Andy has any advice for conquering this feeling of worthlessness. Andy also answers a question from a mother who is worried a...

This week, Andy answers a question from someone looking for a life coach. He has three friends who do this kind of work, but he doesn't know how to pick the best one and wants to know what Andy thinks about the concept in general. Andy also answers a question from a boss who wants to know how to get off on the right foot with new hires.  In addition, two of the employees have shown they might be r...

This week, Andy answers a question from someone who's having a difficult time working for their new boss. His previous boss met with employees individually and on a weekly basis…but the new boss thinks an annual meeting is sufficient. Our caller wants to know, "How do you let your boss know that they have horrible management skills?" Andy also answers a question from a curious gift giver. She want...

This week—and back by popular demand—Andy reads a classic Thanksgiving story from his book Return to Sawyerton Springs. Tune in to hear a method you can use to locate your grateful spirit when you need it most! Andy also answers a question from someone who's constantly frustrated by the political rhetoric coming out of D.C. He wants to know if there is any possibility to have Andy's book How Do Yo...

This week, Andy answers a question from a woman who discovered her husband had an affair 7 years ago.   After attending marriage counseling and finding healthy ways to work through the betrayal and strengthen their relationship, she discovered there had been another affair 3 years prior to the first one…and with a friend of hers. After several years of healing, she says their marriage is now bette...

This week, Andy answers a question from mother who wants her 15 year old son to grow into a wonderful husband and father one day. She says her husband is an outstanding father, but he tends to do things himself, and she's concerned their son isn't learning how to do work outside of the home. She want to know how to get her husband to understand how important it is to teach their son the value of h...

This week, Andy answers a question from someone who wants to be a speaker and author, but is having trouble finishing a book. Can Andy give him some direction?   Andy also answers a question from a mother of six children—which includes a set of triplets. One of the middle children, a nine year old son, often feels left out because the triplets receive most of the attention when meeting new people....

This week, Andy answers a question from a father who enjoys hearing about raising kids to become great adults.  He wants to know what Andy suggests he begin doing now to move  his first grader  toward that outcome.   Andy also answers a question from a worship Pastor whose church is primarily funded by 20% of their givers. After reading The Bottom of the Pool and seeing how companies have the abil...

This week, Andy answers a question from a someone who—knowing that Andy once lived under a Pier—wants to know the story of how he was able to convince his wife, Polly, to marry him. And as a very special treat, Polly stopped by the studio to tell her side of finding each other. Tune in to hear the unauthorized retelling of a conversation with Brad Pitt…and how there's always someone out there that...

This week, Andy answers a question from a woman who owns a business with her husband. They have an unethical competitor whom they fear he has lied about them in order to hurt their reputation.  She and her husband have different thoughts about dealing with the situation.  They want Andy's Bottom of the Pool thinking about how to be honorable and still compete to win. Tune in to hear what to do if...

This week, Andy answers a question from a leader who works in the public sector for the State of Alaska. Because of the state deficit, he believes himself unable to incentivize workers with bonuses, pay raises, time off, etc. He wants to know if Andy has suggestions for motivating his hard working employees…as well as himself. Tune in to hear why we must get people interested in the truth and find...

This week, Andy answers a question from someone who feels a wedge is being driven between him and his spouse's family. He has a desire for personal and spiritual growth, but they're often offended when his thinking differs from theirs.   He wants to know how to "tip-toe" around this kind of environment. Andy also answers a question from a student pastor who wants to know how to ask great questions...

This week, Andy speaks with a son concerned about his elderly parents who have become hoarders—to the degree that it's difficult getting through their hallways.  Not only are they at risk of being buried under piles of stuff…the mother has started smoking again, and the son is worried they could become trapped if the place catches fire. He wants to know how to get them to unload their "treasures."...

This week, Andy answers a question from someone who never met his biological father...but has known he was alive. 30 years ago, our caller found out he was conceived after his mother was raped by her boss. His mother never knew he found out, and believed she was taking the brutal secret to her grave. He understands why she never told him, but he's curious about this man—now 93 years old—and wonder...

This week, Andy answers a question from a woman who was voted into a government position last December. She's discovered that there's a big split within the party—mainly between the older and younger generations. And as new, younger members are looking to get involved, they don't know who to trust.    She wants to know how to explain the split to her party, but is worried that she may become a tar...

This week, Andy answers a question from someone who just started The Traveler's Gift , but decided to pause after reading to The First Decision so he can work on implementing it in his life. He wants to know if that's good strategy and if Andy has any tips on how to proceed from here. Andy also answers a question from a photographer who wants to promote her business through giving to charity. She...

Knowing that the Quality of our Answers is determined by the Quality of our Questions… This week, Andy talks with a person who wants to be sure if he is asking the right "good questions!" Tune in to understand how the cycle of good questions leads to good answers and how it will prove itself in your life. Andy also answers a question about how to confront self-destructive behavior in someone you l...

This week, we're also celebrating The Professional Noticer's one-year anniversary! That's right. It has been a whole year since the launch of the show. Can you believe it? And in the spirit of Back to School , we're revisiting the year's best school related segments for those of you who are IN school, WERE in school, or have KIDS in school! Tune in for a triple dose of questions and answers with A...

This week, Andy answers a question from someone who recently read about a difference between kindness and niceness—basically that kindness comes from love and niceness comes from fear. He wants to know if Andy thinks there really is a difference. Andy also answers a question from a father whose son has relapsed after rehab. His son refuses to make new friends and has cut ties with the family.  Is...

This week, Andy answers a question from a mother with young boys who sometimes fight. It often leaves her in tears. Her husband says the fighting is normal and laughs, which makes her mad...Now everyone is mad! She wants to know if Andy can provide insight or perspective on the situation.  Andy also answers a question from someone whose long time friend lies constantly…and about almost everything!...

This week, Andy answers a question about avoiding procrastination and developing the discipline it takes to complete overwhelming tasks. Andy also advises a person who is in charge of buying his company's promotional items. Andy explains why clients and potential clients often react in ways other than those intended by the company that spent all that money to give them a gift! Tune in to hear Andy...

This week, Andy answers a question from someone who left their well-paying job of 20 years to take over his parent's business and help them retire. He and his wife have replaced their previous incomes, but  now feel stuck. He wants to know how to identify self-limiting beliefs and overcome them. Tune in to hear Andy's simple solution for tackling fear of the unknown. Andy also answers a question f...

This week, Andy provides some "bottom of the pool" thinking to a question about what can be done to reverse the trend of division in our country. Tune in to hear Andy explain why the current generation of teenagers and young adults lack the communication skills of their parents and grandparents. Andy also answers a flight attendant who, knowing how much Andy travels, wants to know what he notices...

This week, Andy answers a question about how to stay motivated while looking for people who need help and still have the energy to meet their needs. Andy also offers advice to a long-time, very successful medical professional.  Her new boss tells her that she's incorrectly doing her work and is now "under a microscope" with corporate leadership. She wants to know how to effectively deal with this...

This week, Andy answers a question from a grandmother who is concerned about protecting her grandchildren from the lifestyle of their mother—who entered into a relationship with another woman years ago. The grandparents cared for the kids for several years as the mother worked on her home business. Now, her business has exploded. She's spending more time with her kids than ever. The grandmother do...