Your Next Clear Move
Welcome to Your Next Clear Move™—the podcast for leaders, professionals, and high-capacity humans who are done “getting ready” and ready to move.
I’m Debbie Peterson, Leadership Readiness Expert, and in each episode I deliver grounded insight, clarity-driven mindset strategies, and one actionable step to help you stop the drift and lead yourself forward.
This isn’t about fixing what’s broken. It’s about reconnecting to what matters—and making decisions that align with who you are and how you want to lead next.
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Episodes
198 episodes
Five-Minute Reset for Leaders Running on Empty
Leaders who feel drained and overwhelmed don't need a vacation – they need a five-minute habit reset to interrupt burnout patterns and reclaim their energy. It's not about time management but about leadership energy management, with small inten...
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Believe First, Lead Second
What's truly standing between you and your next leadership breakthrough? Contrary to popular belief, it's not another certification, more experience, or endless preparation—it's your fundamental belief in yourself.This episode challenge...
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8:32
Your Real Edge in Leadership (and It Isn’t Hustle)
Ever feel like you're sprinting on a leadership treadmill that's only getting faster? You're not alone. The relentless hustle culture has convinced us that leadership success means constant availability, perpetual action, and an al...
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Professional Drift: The Hidden Cost of Being ‘Busy’ in Leadership
Have you ever felt like something was off in your professional life, despite outward success? You're hitting deadlines, showing up where decisions are made, but inside, something feels missing. This creeping disconnect is what I call "professio...
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The Everyday Magic of Clarity - How Small Shifts Create Big Results
Discover how small, intentional shifts can create powerful momentum in your leadership and life. The most effective breakthroughs often come not from dramatic changes but from quiet shifts in perspective and simple micro moves that bring clarit...
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How to Create Your Personal Clarity Compass (and Use It to Navigate Your Career with Confidence)
Debbie Peterson introduces the Clarity Compass, a customized tool that helps leaders navigate their careers with purpose and intention instead of constantly doing more. This powerful framework centers on four key forces for clarity—direction, f...
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Mindset Makeover - 5 Beliefs That Sabotage Clarity and What to Do Instead
Ever found yourself stuck in place despite knowing exactly what to do? Your clarity problem might not be your overflowing inbox or packed calendar—it might be your beliefs.This eye-opening episode dives into the five sneaky mindsets tha...
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Leveling Up Without Burning Out: A Clarity-Fueled Path to Sustainable Success
Success should feel fulfilling—not like something you're barely surviving. Yet how many of us take another step in our careers only to find ourselves running on empty? For emerging leaders, especially women, we've been handed the message that g...
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Trust Yourself: Clear Moves for New Leaders Who Want to Decide with Confidence
Leadership demands clarity, not perfection. For new leaders especially, the pressure to make flawless decisions can lead to overthinking, hesitation, and ultimately, decision paralysis. But what if the solution isn't more time or even more conf...
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How Clarity is the Key to Staying Motivated When the Path Isn’t Clear
Have you ever felt like you're frantically running on a hamster wheel in your career—checking all the boxes, doing everything right, yet still going nowhere? That frustrating sensation of stuckness doesn't mean you're doing something wrong. Mor...
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How Leaders Overcome Career Plateaus
Feeling stuck? You're not alone. Career plateaus happen to everyone—even the most ambitious leaders. That moment when progress halts, motivation wanes, and you question whether you've reached your peak can feel isolating, but it's actually an e...
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From Individual Contributor to Manager: How to Make the Leadership Leap with Clarity
The leap from star performer to first-time manager can feel like entering uncharted territory without a map. What made you successful before—your technical expertise and individual productivity—suddenly takes a backseat to an entirely new set o...
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Imposter Syndrome is a Clarity Issue, Not a Confidence One
Struggling with self-doubt in your leadership role? You're not alone, but you might be looking for solutions in the wrong place. In this illuminating episode, we tackle the crucial distinction that can transform how you show up as a leader: imp...
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10:27
How to Be Fully Present (More Often) in Your Leadership
Leadership presence isn't a mystical quality—it's a practical skill that transforms your effectiveness and impact. Through this episode, we explore why being fully present matters: it's not about simply occupying space in a room, but about brin...
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12:09
Boreout is Just as Dangerous as Burnout—Here’s How Clarity Helps
Engaging with the concept of "bore out" brings a fresh challenge to modern leadership. Unlike burnout, which is well-documented, bore out is a trap that many employees fall into when they feel underutilized and unchallenged at work. This episod...
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Tackling Negativity: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
Step into a realm where negativity doesn’t dictate your leadership journey! In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the damaging effects of negativity in the workplace and explore practical strategies to shift your mindset. As leaders, it...
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The Power of Clarity in Leadership – Get Clear, Get Confident, Get Ahead
Unlock the secrets to transforming your leadership approach by harnessing the power of clarity. Has decision-making ever felt like navigating through a foggy windshield? In today's episode of the Getting to Clarity podcast, I, Debbie Peterson, ...
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Stop Overthinking: Gaining a Clarity Edge in Decision-Making
Ever find yourself caught in the snare of indecision, unable to move forward? On this episode of the Getting to Clarity podcast, I, Debbie Peterson, will guide you through breaking free from the chains of overthinking with what I call a "clarit...
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Say Goodbye to Chaos and Hello to Clarity in Your Leadership
Discover how to transform the chaos of leadership into a beacon of clarity and effectiveness. Imagine a world where your to-do list doesn't control you, where emails and meetings don't overwhelm, and where distractions are nothing more than an ...
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Achieving Your Aspirations: Harnessing Focus and Clarity for Goal Success
Learn how to achieve your goals step by step, whether it’s getting a promotion, launching a product, or staying focused all year. Discover practical strategies, tools, and real-world examples to turn aspirations into meaningful actions.
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Overcoming Overwhelm: How to Focus on What Matters Most as a New Leader
Feeling the weight of your new leadership role and unsure how to navigate the chaos? Discover how transforming overwhelm into clarity can elevate your leadership game. On this episode of the Getting to Clarity podcast, I'm Debbie Peterson, and ...
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11:34
Developing Your Leadership Vision: SMART Goals for 2025 Success
Unlock the secrets to impactful leadership without sacrificing your personal life, as we explore the power of SMART goals in guiding your leadership journey. Imagine steering your team with precision and purpose—how much more could you achieve?...
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Crafting a Visionary Leadership Path for 2025: Aligning Purpose with Impact
What if you could redefine your leadership vision and embark on a transformative journey in 2025? In this episode of the Getting to Clarity podcast, hosted by Debbie Peterson, we promise to equip you with the tools to do just that. We explore t...
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