Andrew F. Robinson

People Change People Podcast – Episode #5

andrew — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:19:11 +0000

Simplicity in human relationships is like glue: Over time it holds disparate pieces together. Most of the truly meaningful experiences I’ve enjoyed were simple: A meal and conversation with my wife, sitting by a river with good friends, watching my kids climb all over a fallen tree. So often we try to do too much. We move too fast. Simplicity is the art of doing less; creating more space to live, breathe, and be with others.

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Pleasant listing!

People Change People Podcast – Episode #4

andrew — Wed, 12 May 2010 14:54:43 +0000

When we are transparent with others we offer others the gift of knowing us honestly. This does not mean they’ll like what they see. Too often, usually out of fear, we offer in the place of our true self an apparition; a look-alike stand-in. It’s important to remember that sometimes, when situations and relationships have proven unsafe, we do well to protect ourselves rather than risk transparency. Such self-protection can be essential for survival and sanity. But in relationships among those we trust and among those we serve, transparency is an ingredient we must not omit.

Pleasant listening! Questions? Send me an email: andrew@peoplechangepeople.com.

People Change People Podcast – Episode #3

andrew — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:00:01 +0000

Authentic people are peculiar. I’m using the word “peculiar” here to denote the quality of being magnetic to others. I just did a mental survey of people whom I would say I know pretty well. Without exception I noticed two things they have in common. First, they’re peculiar; every last one of them. Second, it is their peculiarity that draws me to them. Presumably it is my peculiarity that serves as a bonding agent as well. Why? Because peculiarity is central to being authentic. It raises our connectivity quotient to new levels.

I hope you enjoy this episode, and would love to know how you do with the action item I present here. Just send me a note at andrew@peoplechangepeople.com

People Change People Podcast – Episode #2

andrew — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:38:23 +0000

The first tenet of People Change People is Authenticity. Authentic people are potent agents of change. Our world is filled with replicas of just about everything: cars, instruments, toys, you name it. The pull to imitate others is powerful. We find safety in being followers, and comfort in doing what has been done before, going where many have gone before.

Being authentic means you answer to a different call. It’s like hearing and responding to a note only you can detect. Strive for authenticity and you will give a gift to others around you, and to yourself. This takes work, but yields immeasurable riches in the realm of human connection and self-understanding.

Enjoy! If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, send me an email at andrew@peoplechangepeople.com

People Change People Podcast – Episode #1

andrew — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:51:03 +0000

Welcome to the People Change People podcast. After much planning we are excited to launch this resource. Central to the PCP mission is the belief that who we are as unique individuals is the most influential element in our relationships. Our experience, training, and knowledge are all important, of course. But these offerings will find their place and be most helpful to others only when we are willing to bring our full selves to those we serve and care for. I hope you find this message helpful and encouraging in all your professional and personal relationships.

In this episode I talk through three basic principles of People Change People:

1. Authenticity

2. Simplicity

3. Curiosity

Over the course of this podcast series we will expand on each of these elements, and explore ways to integrate them into your key relationships.

Interact with this material and with us! If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, send me an email at andrew@peoplechangepeople.com