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A Leadership Strategic Framework: Macro-Micro-Mojo
January 30, 2024

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
January 20, 2024September 15, 2024

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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Maintaining Measured Optimism: Leading in Uncertain Times
January 16, 2024January 16, 2024

Maintaining Measured Optimism: Leading in Uncertain Times

As a leader, it’s important for you to stay optimistic—but also realistic. Watch Bobbie LaPorte’s January 16 “Calling the Game” video for some specific ideas on how you can help balance the fears and doubts many people on your team may be experiencing.

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Reigniting Hope and Engagement: Leading in Uncertain Times
January 9, 2024January 15, 2024

Reigniting Hope and Engagement: Leading in Uncertain Times

In her first "Calling the Game" video of 2024, Bobbie LaPorte shares an important reminder of how important regular 1:1 meetings can be, especially as a way to restore engagement, hope, and optimism.

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Calling the Game-Navigating Year-End Uncertainty with Resilience–Bobbie LaPorte and Associates
December 18, 2023

Navigating Year-End Uncertainty with Resilience

As we come to the end of 2023, Gallup polls show all-time lows of workplace engagement AND all-time lows of hope and optimism. Happy holidays indeed! Watch Bobbie LaPorte's December 18 "Calling the Game" video for some practical tips on how you as a leader can help navigate through the ongoing uncertainty—and set a positive tone for the new year.

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Calling the Game: How to Communicate Clashing Operating Styles with Your Boss–Bobbie LaPorte and Associates
December 4, 2023December 7, 2023

How to Communicate Clashing Operating Styles with Your Boss

If you've got a manager whose leadership style is, let's just say, "different" than yours, don't despair. We can all learn from each other, and there are ways to communicate effectively even when your operating styles may clash. Watch Bobbie LaPorte's December 4 "Calling the Game" video for some tips on how to gently give (and receive) constructive feedback to help you both move forward together.

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Calling the Game: Leveraging Subject Matter Knowledge with Your New Boss–Bobbie LaPorte and Associates
November 13, 2023November 13, 2023

Leveraging Subject Matter Knowledge with Your New Boss

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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Calling the Game: How to Manage Being Layered During Restructuring –Bobbie LaPorte and Associates
November 6, 2023

How to Manage Being Layered During Restructuring

As companies continue to change and restructure, some leaders may find themselves getting "layered" with a new senior manager inserted above them in the hierarchy. In her November 6 "Calling the Game" video, Bobbie LaPorte shares some positive steps you can take if you find yourself in this situation.

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Calling the Game-The Power of Asking for Help is a Leadership Strength–Bobbie LaPorte and Associates
October 30, 2023

The Power of Asking for Help is a Leadership Strength

In her October 30 "Calling the Game" video, Bobbie LaPorte is calling on YOU as a leader to be open to asking for help. When you acknowledge that you don't have all the answers, you can solve complex problems faster—and create a ripple effect that builds capacity in the people around you.

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Calling the Game-Managing Legacy Employees in an evolving business landscape–Bobbie LaPorte and Associates
October 17, 2023

Managing Legacy Employees in Evolving Business Landscapes

One challenge that many leaders face in today's constantly-changing world is making sure that "legacy" employees have the skills and domain knowledge to adapt to the emerging needs of your organization. Watch Bobbie LaPorte's October 17 "Calling the Game" video for some practical tips to help you maximize their contributions.

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