ITL295: The Three-Letter Question That Can Make All the Difference
Release Date: 08/26/2017
ITL308: Last Call for In The Loop—New Show Starting Next Week!
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
On this week's episode, I'm filling you in on what's been going on since our last episode, why we're starting a new show, and details on where and when you can find it. This is our final episode for In The Loop, but you can hear more by subscribing to my new podcast, The Professional Noticer, at Tune in for a sneak peak of what you'll be hearing, and thank you all for listening, asking questions and sharing In The Loop! You can also hear more from Andy by subscribing to his new podcast, The Professional Noticer. Just go to for details. Do you have a question for Andy? Call in...
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ITL307: The Potential Dangers of Success
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
In this episode, we discuss Andy’s work with football teams Wisdom is a deep understanding of principle. You can always gain deeper understanding in a continuing process. Until you know why a principle works, you can’t use it to its fullest potential. Andy will work with just about any coach. Some are more receptive than others. There is always an end to his work with a team. Most people stop learning after experiencing success. They think their success will last forever. Tune in to hear Andy’s “locker room speech.” You can also hear more from Andy by subscribing to his...
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ITL306: The Story Behind The Traveler’s Gift: Part 2
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
In this episode, we conclude our discussion of the story of The Traveler’s Gift. The Traveler’s Gift shaped Andy’s career. Andy continues to gain a deeper understanding of the 7 Decisions. The publisher wasn’t interested, the bookstores weren’t interested, and the public was unaware. Andy knew that God hadn’t taken him this far just to fail. He bought copies from the publisher and gave them away. Eventually, the book ended up in the hands of Robin Roberts, who featured it on Good Morning America’s “Read This!” book club segment. Andy enjoys writing a lot more...
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ITL305: The Story Behind The Traveler’s Gift: Part 1
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
In this episode, we discuss the story of The Traveler’s Gift. The Traveler’s Gift wasn’t successful right away. Fifty-one publishers rejected it over three and a half years. When the book was finally published, it didn’t sell through its initial 10,000 copies. At one point, Andy lost an entire chapter and had to rewrite it from scratch. It took Andy about a year to write the book. Andy knew the ending and main points before he started. Andy asked his friends which historical figures to include. He wanted to write something to leave behind for his kids if he died before they had a...
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ITL304: The Unexpected Benefits of Trust with Guest Mac Richard
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
In this episode, we discuss Mac’s new book, The Trust Protocol. Forge credibility through integrity and action. Focus on being a reliable person. Connect with other reliable people. There is no community without accountability and no accountability without community. Trust is critical to any community. “Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds” (Hebrews 10:24). If you want to create a community or business that people will be loyal to, build trust. Everyone has experienced betrayal. If we’re not careful, we can let betrayal define our future in...
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ITL303: The Secret to Maintaining a High Level of Energy
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
In this episode, we answer a listener's question on energy. Energy comes from wise choices and working within your passion. Be intentional about your choices; don’t just have good intentions. Working within your passion can give you the energy to push yourself to exhaustion. Make little adjustments to make sure you’re aligned with your passion. Energy can be seen as a divine gift. Everybody has the opportunity to work within their passion, but they must choose to do so. Tune in for a story from Andy’s time touring with The Oak Ridge Boys. You can also hear more from Andy by...
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ITL 302 - Do You Have to Hit Rock Bottom to Change
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
In this episode, we answer a listener's question on change. People believe that you have to hit rock bottom to change. Hitting rock bottom can be what facilitates change but it's not necessary. This can happen and thus it is true but not The Truth. You can live your life without ever approaching rock bottom. Figure out ways to open your eyes before you get to rock bottom. Direction, not intention, determines destination. People use intention as an excuse. They say things like, “I never intended for this to happen.” Tune in to hear about Austin Andrews...
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ITL301: Which Character Qualities Lead to Success, with Guest Brian Buffini
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
In this episode, we discuss Brian Buffini’s new book The Emigrant Edge. Have a voracious desire to learn. Be careful what media you consume. If you work harder on yourself than on your job, you’ll go from making a living to making a fortune. Have a heartfelt spirit of gratitude. If you’re full of gratitude, you can’t be full of entitlement or depression. Write personal thank you notes to the people you do business with. Delay short-term gratification. Be willing to put in your dues. Live within your means. You’ll reap a harvest if you don’t give up. Focus...
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ITL300: The Secret to Successful Parenting
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
In this episode, we answer a listener’s question on raising children. Don’t just raise great kids. Raise kids who become great adults. You can force your child to be a great kid, but only while they’re in front of you. Teach them how to think, not what to think. Teaching a child how to think requires long conversations about what you believe and how you came to believe that. Spend time with your children one-on-one. Discipline your children while they are young. Most parents excuse bad behavior while their kids are young and grow more strict as they age, causing them to push back. If...
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ITL299: The Critical Conversation Divorced Parents Must Have With Their Children
In the Loop with Andy Andrews
In this episode, we answer a listener’s question on shared custody. Provide children with consistency in rules between both parents. Divorced parents often feel anxious about what their children think, so they grow lax on the rules. Have a conversation centering around your love for your children. Both parents should love their children more than they hate each other. Discuss the boundaries you’ll set for your children to provide consistency and present a united front. Tune in to hear how to have a tough conversation with your ex-spouse. You can also hear more from Andy by...
info_outlineDiscussion line: In this episode, we answer a listener’s question on becoming somebody who asks “Why?”
Andy’s levels of achievement from The Little Things:
- Z: Z’s are the people who don’t do, don’t know, and don’t accomplish anything.
- D: D’s know how to do
- T: T’s can not only do something but can also teach
- L: L’s can not only do and teach but can also lead others in doing something.
- H: H’s can not only do, lead, and teach, but they also know how a principle works.
- W: W’s are so high on the ladder that we miss them. They know why a principle works.
You can’t get the full value of a principle until you understand why it works.
- Our parents teach us not to ask “Why?”
- We only ask “Why” when something is going wrong.
- Understanding why a principle works can only happen while observing the principle working, so always ask “Why is this working so well?”
Something can be true but not the truth.
- The truth is knowledge about something. The truth is the bottom line, the entirety of the thing.
- When people have a problem, they keep looking until they find something true, but they rarely continue looking until they find the truth.
Personal growth doesn’t end until you die.
- The hill is always going to get steeper and you will always be climbing.
Tune in to hear how to become somebody who asks “Why?”
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