You have got a nice friendly voice!

Manish

Technically, I can hear you popping your P’s. I do narration work and sometimes have the same problem. Suggestion: Get what’s called a “pop screen” or “popper stopper”, which you can pick up for 20 bucks or so at your local musical instrument store. Or make your own with a piece of nylons stretched over a 6 inch sewing hoop. Or the super-simple version, which is a tissue stretched over a wire coat hanger. It is usually placed mid-way between your mouth and the mic, which should be about 6-12 inches apart.

Personally, I like your vocal delivery style and the fact that you don’t have background music or one of those cheesy movie trailer voices saying “You are about to enter the world of Personal Development”. You sound like a normal guy who just found some things that work and wants to share them. Good for you and thanks!

That was a very enjoyable listen, and a very inspiring story. Also, speaking as a brit, you have a very pleasant speaking voice.

Can’t wait until the next one.

Mark

And some of us, at least me anyway, took way longer to figure that out than others. Getting it at 19 years old, Steve, means you got it about 31 years before I did!

Like the others, I look forward to the next edition. Also, liked the references at the bottom, as I am relatively new and now can go back and review the core of your program so far.

As always, “Thanks, Coach!” Anton

Being in Japan, it’s been hard to find ways to “improve myself”–these self-help/self-improvement resources (not to mention counseling!) are hard to find! I stumbled across your site a few weeks ago when looking up self-discipline. In fact, I was at work when I did that. There were things that I read that resonated so deeply, I’ve come back time and time again, and couldn’t wait to hear the podcast.

I’ve been thinking for awhile that although I may be somewhat “intelligent”, my emotional intelligence leaves much to be desired. I get in my own way all the time and I’ve become sick and tired of it. I know that I need to find tools to help me out of this dangerous road to mediocrity. When I read the line in your “Meaning of Life” series–I felt nauseous. For wasn’t I that rebellious teenager that swore my life would be anything but?

You are already making a difference and all through your own quest for personal development. Thank you!

I’m looking forward to more of ur podcasts…They’re definitely elevating & inspiring. I do have one suggestion; Maybe you could add a bit more of energy into the podcasts. Thanks a million again ! n Keep up the good work !

Zara Hayek, India

You can find these CDs on several websites, but the one I’ve been buying from is the cheapest, and they are very quick to deliver (in the US). I would recommend getting the one titled Personal Ecology. It’s a complete self esteem program on 2 CDs. You can get them here: http://www.elixa.com/mental/tapes.htm

I thought it was so good that I purchased a couple of other titles from them as well. Good luck to you too Randy!

I’ve been reading your blog for a while, so the subject-matter was not new to me. It was nice to hear your voice, though! I think you did very well.

I especially liked that you don’t sound like the settled professional speaker. I mean e.g., I could hear you making pauses for the effect of making it. It worked! It showed that you took extra care of preparing this podcast. Thanks for that.

I’m looking forward for the next podcasts. Thanks again.

– Dirk from Germany

I’m your reader since the last November. Your articles and their messages are outstanding. It’s great to have an opportunity to hear it.
Looking forward for the next podcasts!

Warm greetings from Russia