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Leadership Powered by Common Sense

Doug Thorpe is a performance-driven Senior Executive, Entrepreneur, Board Member, Thought Leader, and Consultant with more than 40 years of success in the financial services, executive coaching, oil & gas, and healthcare industries. Leveraging extensive experience in guiding business transformation for growth-oriented organizations, he is a trusted guide for mid-cap companies to large global enterprises requiring expert assistance with leadership development, team performance, employee engagement, culture shifts, and change management.
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Episodes

How Can Businesses Create an Exceptional Customer Experience? | Ep 282

Crafting the Ultimate Customer Experience: Insights from a Global Expert Hello, fellow business leaders and enthusiasts! I’m Doug Thorpe, the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” and today I’m ... The post How Can Businesses Create an Exceptional Customer Experience? | Ep 282 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Apr 18, 2024

How to Sow the Seeds of a Great Culture | Ep 281

Cultivating a Thriving Organizational Culture: Insights from “The Seeds of Culture” Hello everyone, Doug Thorpe here, your host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” I’m thrilled to share with you ... The post How to Sow the Seeds of a Great Culture | Ep 281 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Apr 16, 2024

Creating a Positive Company Culture and Leadership | Ep 280

Creating a Positive Company Culture: Insights from Leadership Expert Jim Van Allen Introduction: The Power of Positivity in Leadership Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, host of the podcast “Leadership Powered by ... The post Creating a Positive Company Culture and Leadership | Ep 280 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Apr 11, 2024

The Most Crucial Considerations for Small Business Wealth Transfer | Ep 279

Navigating the Waters of Business Exit Strategies: Insights from Wayne Zell As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of engaging with some of the ... The post The Most Crucial Considerations for Small Business Wealth Transfer | Ep 279 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Apr 09, 2024

The Most Effective Sales Strategies for Entrepreneurs | Ep 278

Navigating the Sales Landscape: Insights for Entrepreneurs As an entrepreneur and podcast host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve always found the world of sales to be a challenging ... The post The Most Effective Sales Strategies for Entrepreneurs | Ep 278 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Apr 04, 2024

How Can Businesses Harness the Power of Nature to Drive Change? | Ep 276

Harnessing Nature’s Wisdom for Effective Leadership Welcome to another insightful episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” where I, Doug Thorpe, had the pleasure of hosting Tabitha Scott, the author ... The post How Can Businesses Harness the Power of Nature to Drive Change? | Ep 276 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Mar 28, 2024

The Art of Leading in Service-Based Businesses | Ep 275

Navigating the Challenges of Labor-Oriented Businesses Welcome to my latest blog post, where I delve into the intricacies of leading labor-oriented businesses with a special focus on service-based industries. I ... The post The Art of Leading in Service-Based Businesses | Ep 275 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense .

Mar 26, 2024

Hiring: The Good, the Bad, and the Hilarious | Ep 274

Hiring with Purpose: The Key to Cultivating a Thriving Company Culture Welcome to my episode, where I delve into the crucial topic of hiring and on boarding—the backbone of any ... The post Hiring: The Good, the Bad, and the Hilarious | Ep 274 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense .

Mar 21, 2024

Are You Listening? A CEO’s Guide to Winning Over His Daughter and His Team | Ep 273

As a podcaster, I’ve had the privilege of engaging in conversations with some of the most insightful minds in the world of leadership and personal development. In one of my ... The post Are You Listening? A CEO’s Guide to Winning Over His Daughter and His Team | Ep 273 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense .

Mar 19, 2024

How Can Family Businesses Successfully Navigate Generational Transitions? | Ep 272

The Journey of a Family Business Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, and welcome to my blog where I share insights and stories from my podcast, Leadership Powered by Common Sense. In ... The post How Can Family Businesses Successfully Navigate Generational Transitions? | Ep 272 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Mar 14, 2024

The Power of Radical Empathy: Transforming Leadership | Ep 271

As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of engaging with some of the most insightful minds in the world of leadership. In a recent ... The post The Power of Radical Empathy: Transforming Leadership | Ep 271 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Mar 12, 2024

How Can You Discover Your Personal Purpose and Values? | Ep 270

The Quest for Personal Purpose in Leadership Hello everyone, Doug Thorpe here, your host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” In our latest episode, I had the pleasure of speaking ... The post How Can You Discover Your Personal Purpose and Values? | Ep 270 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense .

Mar 07, 2024

Strategic Narrative: The GPS for Navigating Business Challenges

As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of engaging with some of the most innovative minds in the business world. In a recent episode, ... The post Strategic Narrative: The GPS for Navigating Business Challenges appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Mar 05, 2024

Compassionate Leadership: Inspiring Individual Goals and Dreams | Ep268

Unleashing Potential: The Intersection of Leadership and Personal Growth in Business I had the pleasure of sitting down with Matt Shoup, a multifaceted entrepreneur and business coach from Colorado. Matt’s ... The post Compassionate Leadership: Inspiring Individual Goals and Dreams | Ep268 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 29, 2024

Achieving Top Performance in Leadership: Insights from a Former Hospital President

The Journey to Executive Coaching Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your host at “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” and today I want to share with you some profound insights from ... The post Achieving Top Performance in Leadership: Insights from a Former Hospital President appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 27, 2024

It’s Hard to Recognize Boredom in Super Top Performers

Unveiling the Human Side of Leadership: Insights from Vanessa Broers Hello, fellow leaders and aspiring change makers! I’m Doug Thorpe, your guide on the journey to enlightened leadership through my ... The post It’s Hard to Recognize Boredom in Super Top Performers appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 22, 2024

Selling Without the “Yuck Factor” | Ep 265

Unveiling the Art of Sales in SMBs: A Conversation with Karl Becker As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of discussing a myriad of ... The post Selling Without the “Yuck Factor” | Ep 265 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 20, 2024

Unleashing the Power of Words: Transforming Leadership Communication

The Art of Communication: A Key to Effective Leadership The Power of Words in Leadership Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, your guide on the journey to harnessing the power of leadership ... The post Unleashing the Power of Words: Transforming Leadership Communication appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 15, 2024

Transforming Leaders into Engaging Speakers | Ep 263

Unleashing the Power of Your Voice: A Journey with Laura Reid Welcome to my latest blog post, where I’m thrilled to share the insights and experiences from a recent episode ... The post Transforming Leaders into Engaging Speakers | Ep 263 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 13, 2024

A Journey to Authentic and Empathetic Leadership

Navigating the Leadership Labyrinth with Daphna Horowitz Welcome to another insightful edition of my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” I’m your host, Doug Thorpe, and in this episode, we ... The post A Journey to Authentic and Empathetic Leadership appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 08, 2024

Leaders: You Have a Choice | Ep 261

Navigating Leadership and Innovation: Insights from Silicon Valley As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of engaging with some of the most brilliant minds ... The post Leaders: You Have a Choice | Ep 261 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 06, 2024

Navigating the Minefield: Family Involvement in Business

Navigating the Complexities of Family Business Dynamics: Insights from a Litigation Attorney As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of discussing a myriad of ... The post Navigating the Minefield: Family Involvement in Business appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 01, 2024

Changing Mindsets and Getting Unstuck

Unleashing Your Potential: The Power of Mindset and Personal Transformation As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of discussing a myriad of topics that ... The post Changing Mindsets and Getting Unstuck appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense .

Jan 30, 2024

How Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258

The Universal Language of Leadership: Insights from Across Industries Introduction Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, the voice behind the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In my latest episode, I had ... The post How Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense .

Jan 25, 2024

How Can Small Businesses Leverage AI for Competitive Advantage? | Ep 257

Harnessing AI for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses: Insights from Kyle Murphy Welcome to my blog, where I, Doug Thorpe, host of the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast, share insights ... The post How Can Small Businesses Leverage AI for Competitive Advantage? | Ep 257 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 23, 2024

Building Trust and Connection in Business

Unleashing Leadership Brilliance: Fostering Connections and Trust Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, and as the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of engaging with thought leaders ... The post Building Trust and Connection in Business appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 18, 2024

The Street Fighting Approach to Business Coaching

The Power of Mindset, Vision, and Discipline in Business Success As the host of a podcast that delves into the intricacies of business and leadership, I recently had the pleasure ... The post The Street Fighting Approach to Business Coaching appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 16, 2024

How Can Mindset Impact Your Leadership Success?

The Power of Mindset: A Conversation with Dr. Tomi Mitchell As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of engaging with some of the most ... The post How Can Mindset Impact Your Leadership Success? appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 11, 2024

The Rocket Fuel for Company Success: Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

Navigating the Complexities of Leadership: Insights from Jay Williams As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of engaging with some of the most insightful ... The post The Rocket Fuel for Company Success: Emotional Intelligence in Leadership appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 09, 2024
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