As more and more companies move to a flatter, faster and leaner organization model, it's becoming more common for leaders to find themselves with a new "broad-scope" boss that may have little to no experience or skills in their specific domain. What can YOU do in this scenario? Watch Bobbie LaPorte's November 13 "Calling the Game" video for three steps you can take to turn a potentially uncomfortable situation into a positive step forward.
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New Boss, New Possibilities: How to Make the Most of Reporting Change
Got a new boss after yet another re-org? You may have more control over the situation than you think. In her April 10 "It's Race Day" video, Bobbie LaPorte shares the true story of one of her clients who used his personal agency during a time of transition to better position himself and his team to have more impact in their organization. You can do it, too! Watch now:
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Use a Possibilities Viewpoint When You Get a New Boss
Bobbie LaPorte’s new video series, “It’s Race Day,” provides practical tips for leaders to close the gap between thinking and doing. In her January 31 video, Bobbie addresses one of the biggest changes that can affect any leader: Getting a new boss. Though you may feel upset by an unexpected change, this is actually an opportunity for you to take action and showcase your team’s contribution to the company.
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I GOT A NEW BOSS—AGAIN!
I’ve heard this from many of my clients lately, just one sign of the rapid pace of internal change that we’re seeing in the post-COVID business world. Watch this week’s “Your Best Next Move” video for my tip for how to respond if and when this happens to you. (Hint: I don’t recommend just sitting back and doing nothing!)
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Getting Off to a Good Start with a New Boss
In a survey, professionals said their #1 confidence killer was having a new boss. While having a new manager can be challenging, it can also be an opportunity. In her April 19 "Your Best Next Move" video, Bobbie LaPorte shares some tips for creating engagement right from the start so you can build a positive, mutually supportive relationship.
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Confidence Killers and High CEO Turnover
Leadership Curveballs, Blind Spots and Black Holes, Episode 4
In this Episode
00:50 - Curveball of the Week: What to do when your boss gets fired or resigns unexpectedly
03:35 - Confidence Killer of the Week: How to respond when you are asked to reapply for your current job
06:50 - In the Fire special guest, Commercial Executive, Anil Jhanji, shares how he managed the transition of five CEOS in ten years