Many talented leaders report feeling overworked and underappreciated—and are seriously thinking about changing jobs. If this sounds like you, be sure to watch Bobbie LaPorte’s July 18 “Your Best Next Move” video for a few simple questions to ask yourself before you say, “I’m outta here!”
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Your Best Next Move blog posts explore various principles of positive psychology and how to choose what to do when uncertainty strikes.
“The Myth of Rushing” is a Waste of Time
As successful leaders, many of us take pride in being able to multi-task. We’re constantly busy, rushing from one task to the next, because that way we feel we are accomplishing more. But, as Bobbie LaPorte explains in her June 27 “Your Best Next Move” video, research has shown that rushing doesn’t actually save that much time—and it can negatively impact your ability to think, plan, and solve problems.
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Reestablish Your Social Skills and Professional Networking Activities
Now that we are finally able to start getting together again for in-person events, we’re all rediscovering the power of connecting in real time with real people. And while professional networking events may not be very high on your list of social engagements that you’ve missed during the last couple of years, they ARE a critical component of your continued growth and success. Watch Bobbie LaPorte’s June 21 “Your Best Next Move” video for a gentle reminder of why it’s so important to get back out there.
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Using Personal Agency to Give Yourself a Break
The cognitive load we’ve all been dealing with over the last two-plus years is unlike anything we’ve experienced before. So in her June 13 “Your Best Next Move” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares a very simple but effective leadership tip: Give yourself a break—and allow your mind, body and spirit to rest and recover. That’s the only way you’ll be ready for whatever comes next.
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The Surge of Imposter Syndrome in Uncertain Times
Over 70% of leaders experience "Imposter Syndrome" — and that number may be even higher during these uncertain times. To overcome feelings of self-doubt, anxiety and guilt, executives need to redefine what confidence and competence look and feel like. In her June 6 "Your Best Next Move" video, Bobbie LaPorte shares two simple tips that can help mitigate Imposter Syndrome.
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Time for a Mindset Shift in How You Think About 1:1s
As leaders we all know that it's important to have one-on-one meetings with our team members—but it's often difficult to keep to a regular schedule. In her May 23 "Your Best Next Move" video, Bobbie LaPorte shares some simple tips to help you stick to a plan, conduct successful 1:1 meetings, and make the most out of these valuable conversations.
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Rethink How You Introduce Yourself in This Reorg Environment
How do you respond when you meet someone new and they ask, “What do you do?” Does your answer create a true picture of who you are and what you contribute? In today’s business climate of unrelenting internal change and leadership turnover, the way you introduce yourself can have a huge impact on your career. So in her May 16 “Your Best Next Move” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares some simple tips that you can practice to go beyond your job title—and make people curious to learn more.
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How Can Leaders Lighten a Heavy Load?
In her May 9 “Your Best Next Move” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares inspiration from an unlikely source: the Caldecott Award-winning children’s picture book “Zen Shorts.” One story’s simple lesson is also an excellent leadership tip for all of us who feel like we’re carrying an extra heavy load as we try to lead in these uncertain times.
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How Leaders Get Better Through Respecting Others
In her May 2 “Your Best Next Move” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares leadership lessons from an unlikely source: Draymond Green, the highly talented (and very outspoken!) power forward for the Golden State Warriors. Green, like most pro athletes, has a healthy ego and plenty of confidence in his own ability. But he also has a deep respect for his teammates and his competitors, and he knows he can learn from them. Adopting this kind of “beginner’s mindset”—where you acknowledge and respect the skills of others—can be the first step in improving on your own effectiveness as a leader.
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Dealing With Defeatism in Uncertain Times
When Bobbie LaPorte got together with friends and colleagues for the San Francisco Giants’ Opening Day a couple of weeks ago, she noticed a strong sense of optimism in everyone there—and it wasn’t just excitement about the baseball game or her new book. After all we’ve been through these last few years, leaders are learning how to see challenges as openings to see WHAT IS POSSIBLE. In her April 25 “Your Best Next Move” video, Bobbie shares a simple tip that you can use to deal with the next curveball that comes your way.
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