Is environment too distracting? Are more exciting options competing for attention? Address the issues first.
Assess the Situation
A quick game of fetch raising drive and focus often enhances subsequent willingness to obey cues.
Play Before Working
Break complex behaviors into smaller easily achievable tasks first before chaining together or adding difficulty.
Simplify Steps
Even if luring/days of sloppy sits, celebrate and reward the dog heavily for inches of progress in right direction.
Always Reward Success
If not responding here, that's the real issue. Revisit elsewhere minus heavy distractions until mastered fluently.
Proof Reliably First
Did your verbal, visual or physical cue convey clear specific expectations? If confused, compliance suffers.
Communication Clarity
Skip corrections or frustration. Happy encouragement and rewards motivate dogs to work and follow directions.
Remain Upbeat