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December 7, 2020July 4, 2021

Be a Role Model for Your Team

As a leader, you have a responsibility to be a role model for your team. But after nine months of the pandemic, it’s getting harder to stay strong, steady and positive. In her December 7 “Let’s Get Growing” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares ways you can plan ahead and find opportunities to inspire others.

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November 30, 2020July 4, 2021

Focus on What’s Essential, Not Exhaustive

As we head into December, we’re all feeling exhausted—and cognitive overload is at an all-time high. Now is the time to keep things simple and focus on what really matters most. In her November 30 “Let’s Get Growing” video, Bobbie LaPorte offer a few ways you can continue to motivate your team without overwhelming them.

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Cultivating a Culture of Gratitude - A man holding a sticky yellow note in front of the camera. "Thank You, Boss"
November 23, 2020July 4, 2021

Cultivating a Culture of Gratitude

Gratitude is not a feeling we typically associate with the workplace—but it actually plays a crucial role in creating a healthy company culture and productive working environment. Simply saying “thank you” makes people feel valued and respected, which results in higher job satisfaction and a greater sense of community. In her November 23 “Let’s Get Growing” video, Bobbie LaPorte provides some tips on how you can cultivate a culture of gratitude in your team.

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Crazy Busy Is A Warning Sign Not a Badge of Honor | Bobbie LaPorte Podcast
November 18, 2020December 7, 2021

Crazy Busy Is A Warning Sign, With Judy Dang

Crazy busy isn’t a badge of honor—it’s a warning sign. I love this podcast that my colleague and productivity mentor @Judy Dang recently recorded, where she talks about mindset shifts and practical tips to help you calm the crazy. 

https://www.kristyolinger.com/podcast-show-notes/e26

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Investing in Your Team - A happy woman is busy working
November 16, 2020March 14, 2022

Investing in Your Team

It’s never been more important to invest in the development of your team. Numerous studies have shown the benefits of employee development—including one study that showed companies who invest in a formal employee development program have 214% income per employee and 24% higher profit margins. In her November 16 “Let’s Get Growing” video, Bobbie LaPorte provides some practical and affordable ways you can invest in your team’s development.

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November 9, 2020July 13, 2021

When the Hits Just Keep Coming

2020 has been a difficult year for everyone. If you’ve also had to deal with personal or professional issues on top of the everyday unrelenting certainty, it can all seem overwhelming and unfair. In her November 9 “Let’s Get Growing” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares some tips that she’s used herself to push forward through difficult times—and to remember that this too shall pass.

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Special Edition: Election 2020 - People with voting ballots
November 2, 2020July 12, 2021

Special Edition: Election 2020

The 2020 election has caused divisions in our society—and likely in your own team. In a recent poll, 47% of employees say the election is impacting their ability to get work done. As a leader, it’s your job to build a bridge and restore trust and tolerance among your team members. In her November 2 “Let’s Get Growing” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares three science-based actions you can take to support your team and get everyone to refocus on your shared values and goals.

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October 27, 2020April 13, 2024

Leadership Shift #3: The New Definition of Confidence

The third of The Three Big Shifts Every Leader Needs to Make requires changing our definition of “confidence” from one that’s based on functional skillsets to a new kind of confidence that is rooted in self-awareness, self-knowledge, and an understanding of your own strengths and assets.

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Don’t Be Afraid to Make a Mistake
October 26, 2020July 4, 2021

Don’t Be Afraid to Make a Mistake

In these ever-changing, uncertain times, the cost of delay in making decisions is greater than ever before. In her October 26 “Let’s Get Growing” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares a tip for shifting your focus from minimizing risk to maximizing what is possible.

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October 19, 2020July 19, 2024

Decision Making is Different Now

During a live Q&A call with executives from many different industries, Bobbie LaPorte learned that many of them were having trouble making decisions in this challenging and uncertain times. In her October 19, 2020 “Let’s Get Growing” video, she shares a tip for how you can reflect on past successes to choose what seems like the best option—and then go with it.

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