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Your Best Next Move | Bobbie LaPorte Vlog Graphic
May 17, 2021May 24, 2021

The Power of Dealing with Uncertainty

In her May 17 “Your Best Next Move” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares how she had to put her own advice into practice after a series of frustrating interruptions threatened to derail her bike ride. Rather than giving up, she reacted from a place of possibility—which helped her get back in the saddle again (literally, in this case).

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Your Best Next Move | Bobbie LaPorte Vlog Graphic
May 10, 2021May 15, 2021

Go for the WIN! 30 Second Refresh and Reset

In her May 10 “Your Best Next Move” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares a simple, practical and easy-to-remember tip that she learned from Dr. Mazen Baisa. Just remember the letters “W-I-N” to refresh and reset in about 30 seconds! 

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Your Best Next Move | Bobbie LaPorte Vlog Graphic
May 3, 2021May 15, 2021

When “How Are You Doing?” Isn’t Enough

While it does feel like we’re heading back toward something like “normal,” don’t assume that everyone you work with is OK. According to a recent CDC survey, 41% of people are struggling with mental health issues related to the pandemic and dealing with feelings of loneliness, loss, isolation, and grief. In her May 3 “Your Best Next Move” video, Bobbie LaPorte shares an easy way that you can check in with team members to show genuine concern and support.

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Your Best Next Move | Bobbie LaPorte Vlog Graphic
April 26, 2021June 26, 2021

Create More Certainty for Your Team

As humans we’re wired to seek out certainty, and we naturally default to negative thoughts and feelings when we’re faced with the unknown. Although after 14 long months things are getting better, none of us really feel back to ”normal” quite yet. In her April 26 “Your Best Next Move” vlog, Bobbie LaPorte shares one small step you can take as a leader to help create more certainty—and a more positive mindset—for everyone on your team.

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Your Best Next Move | Bobbie LaPorte Vlog Graphic
April 19, 2021July 27, 2021

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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Your Best Next Move | Bobbie LaPorte Vlog Graphic
April 12, 2021July 27, 2021

Dealing with a Bad Boss

Studies have shown that only 1 in 10 people have the inherent traits needed to be great managers. So chances are, you're going to encounter a less-than-ideal leader at some point in your career. Watch Bobbie LaPorte's April 12 "Your Best Next Move" video for tips on how to handle this all-too-common situation.

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How to Find Your Best Next Move | Bobbie LaPorte
April 5, 2021May 15, 2021

How to Find Your Best Next Move

As we continue to deal with the challenges of our uncertain and changing world, one fundamental concept leaders need to embrace is that success looks very different now. Our “best next move” looks nothing like the concrete, incremental wins that we are used to.

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Your Best Next Move | Bobbie LaPorte Vlog Graphic
April 5, 2021May 15, 2021

Why You Need to Share Your Successes

Many of us struggle with the very idea of self-promotion, but as a leader you have a responsibility to share the successes of your team within your organization. It's a critical way to make sure your employees feel appreciated and valued. In her April 5 "Your Best Next Move" video, Bobbie LaPorte shares a simple tip to help you inventory your accomplishments so you can share those stories with people who matter.

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Your Best Next Move | Bobbie LaPorte Vlog Graphic
March 29, 2021July 27, 2021

Applying Leadership Lessons from COVID

As we start to finally turn the corner on COVID and look forward to returning to some sense of "normalcy," it's natural to want to slip back into comfortable and familiar routines. But before you do that, watch Bobbie LaPorte's March 29 "Your Best Next Move" video to learn how you can sustain the progress you have made as a leader—and apply what you've learned from the challenges of the past year. 

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March 22, 2021May 15, 2021

Make Time for Your Personal Life

In her March 22 video, Bobbie LaPorte (with the help of a very special young guest) discusses the importance of saying "YES" and taking action in our personal lives as well as our careers. During challenging times like these, it's more important than ever to make time for the things that make you happy and even indulge in something special for you and your family. 

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