Decision-making is different now—and the cost of delay is greater than ever before. That can be a frightening prospect, but as a leader it's important to understand and adapt. Watch Bobbie LaPorte's July 23 "Calling the Game" video for some practical tips you can use the next time you have a critical decision to make.
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Leadership Team Training and Development Amid Budget Cuts
Many companies are continuing to cut costs, which means reduced funding for things like professional training and development. But of course, in times like these, investing in your people is more important than ever for employee engagement and retention. So how do you fill the training gap when you have little to no resources to work with? Watch Bobbie LaPorte's May 7 "Calling the Game" video for some creative—and effective—ideas.
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Navigating Tech Pullbacks: Leadership Advice for Staying Positive
Many companies—even those that are growing and successful—have had to face some slowdowns in the last 2-3 years. And those slow times create extra challenges for leaders who are already trying to navigate through their own uncertainty. In her April 30 "Calling the Game" video, Bobbie LaPorte shares three tips that many of her clients have found helpful when dealing with this kind of situation.
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Confidence from Within: 3 Shifts Leaders Must Make Now–Part 3
In her April 23 "Calling the Game" video, Bobbie LaPorte covers the third of three important shifts every leader needs to make NOW. This shift requires understanding what confidence and competence look like in today's rapidly changing world.
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Decision Dynamics: 3 Shifts Leaders Must Make Now–Part 2
In her April 16 "Calling the Game" video, Bobbie LaPorte focuses on the second shift that leaders need to make NOW. Times have changed, and so have the timelines for decision-making. If you're used to taking a careful, methodical approach, it's time to learn how to make quick decisions—and accept the risks that go with them.
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Strategic Awareness: 3 Shifts Leaders Must Make Now–Part 1
We all have a natural tendency to shift into "autopilot" when we're under a high cognitive load. But as leaders, it's important to try and fight against this habit—and instead try to move to a state of strategic awareness. Watch Bobbie LaPorte's March 26 "Calling the Game" video to learn how.
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Leadership Lessons from the Super Bowl
It's been nearly impossible to escape all the hype and round-the-clock media coverage before, during, and now after the Super Bowl. But even if you're not a football fan, there are still valuable lessons to be learned about how to respond to unrelenting pressure and uncertainty. Take a few minutes to watch Bobbie LaPorte's February 13 "Calling the Game" video for some key takeaways.
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Optimism and Reality: Balancing Aspirational Leadership with Grounded Expectations
Often the start of a new year is a time that presents new pressures for leaders to get off to a “fast start” and meet growing expectations for the year. But what if some members of your team are still feeling stuck and uncertain? Watch Bobbie LaPorte’s February 6 “Calling the Game” video for some ideas on how to set optimistic but realistic expectations—and get everyone moving forward toward the same goals together.
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A Leadership Strategic Framework: Macro-Micro-Mojo
At some point we’ve all heard that we need to be “more strategic” to advance in our careers. But when things are busy, how are you supposed to find time to be strategic? Watch Bobbie LaPorte’s January 30 “Calling the Game” video for a simple tip to make time each week for high-level thinking and planning.
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Preparing for the Promotion Discussion in Uncertain Times
If you feel you're qualified for a promotion but are dreading "The Promotion Discussion" with your manager, watch Bobbie LaPorte's January 22 "Calling the Game" video. Bobbie shares three simple questions you can ask yourself to feel more comfortable and confident—and show that you're ready to meet the needs of the broader organization in these ever-changing times.
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