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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

The Future of Work: Adapting Leadership Styles for a New Generation | Ep 372

Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Steve Cadigan In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe and guest Steve Cadigan delve ... The post The Future of Work: Adapting Leadership Styles for a New Generation | Ep 372 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Mar 18, 2025

Breaking Free from Founderitis: A Path to Empowered Leadership | Ep 371

Overcoming Founderitis: A Deep Dive into Effective Leadership for Business Growth In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with ... The post Breaking Free from Founderitis: A Path to Empowered Leadership | Ep 371 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Mar 13, 2025

Unlocking the Secrets of Human Hacking for Effective Leadership | Ep 370

Unlocking Leadership Potential Through Human Hacking: Insights from Chris Hadnagy In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the fascinating world of human ... The post Unlocking the Secrets of Human Hacking for Effective Leadership | Ep 370 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Mar 11, 2025

Unlocking Your Leadership Potential: Insights for Mid-Career Professionals | Ep 369

Navigating Mid-Career Pivots: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the intricacies of mid-career transitions ... The post Unlocking Your Leadership Potential: Insights for Mid-Career Professionals | Ep 369 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Mar 06, 2025

From Information Overload to Clarity: Essential Skills for Modern Leaders | Ep 368

Navigating Leadership and Decision-Making in Modern Business: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a ... The post From Information Overload to Clarity: Essential Skills for Modern Leaders | Ep 368 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Mar 04, 2025

Lead Like a General: Strategies for Bold Leadership | Ep 367

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from a Military Trailblazer In this episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Twanda (Tia) ... The post Lead Like a General: Strategies for Bold Leadership | Ep 367 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 27, 2025

From Stress to Success: Mastering the Mind-Body Connection in Leadership | Ep 366

Unlocking Effective Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Irene Riad In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Irene ... The post From Stress to Success: Mastering the Mind-Body Connection in Leadership | Ep 366 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 25, 2025

How Can Effective Leadership Transform Project Management Success? | Ep 365

Mastering Project Management Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with ... The post How Can Effective Leadership Transform Project Management Success? | Ep 365 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 20, 2025

Can Military Leadership Principles Transform Corporate Culture? | Ep 364

Leadership Lessons from the Military: Insights for Corporate Success In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling discussion with Isabelle Fortin, ... The post Can Military Leadership Principles Transform Corporate Culture? | Ep 364 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 18, 2025

Brain Glue: The Key to Making Your Brand Stick | Ep 363

Unlocking the Power of Emotional Branding: Insights from James Bond on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages ... The post Brain Glue: The Key to Making Your Brand Stick | Ep 363 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 13, 2025

Building a Culture of Accountability: Lessons from a CEO’s Journey | Ep 362

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from Stephen Blue In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Steven Blue, ... The post Building a Culture of Accountability: Lessons from a CEO’s Journey | Ep 362 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 11, 2025

Paradigm Shift: Viewing Organizations as Living Beings for Greater Effectiveness | Ep 361

Leadership Dynamics: Embracing the Living Organization Framework In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Norman Wolfe, an authority ... The post Paradigm Shift: Viewing Organizations as Living Beings for Greater Effectiveness | Ep 361 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 06, 2025

The Best Strategies for Implementing Effective Systems in Your Business | Ep 360

Mastering Business Growth: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with John ... The post The Best Strategies for Implementing Effective Systems in Your Business | Ep 360 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Feb 04, 2025

From Startups to Scale-Ups: Mastering the Art of Leadership in the Age of AI | Ep 359

Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” with Doug Thorpe and Heather Jerrehian In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug ... The post From Startups to Scale-Ups: Mastering the Art of Leadership in the Age of AI | Ep 359 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 30, 2025

Contextual Leadership: The Secret Sauce for Team Success | Ep 358

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Navigating Leadership, Team Performance, and Organizational Culture In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation ... The post Contextual Leadership: The Secret Sauce for Team Success | Ep 358 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 28, 2025

The Best Practices for Hiring with Integrity and Intentionality | Ep 357

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Dave MacDonald In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation ... The post The Best Practices for Hiring with Integrity and Intentionality | Ep 357 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 23, 2025

From Cash Flow to Core Values: Mastering the Essentials of Business Leadership | Ep 356

Embracing Innovation, Failure, and Core Values in Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in ... The post From Cash Flow to Core Values: Mastering the Essentials of Business Leadership | Ep 356 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 21, 2025

How Can We Support Youth Mental Health in a Social Media World? | Ep 355

Navigating Mental Health and Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Pat Broe In a compelling episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages with guest Pat Broe ... The post How Can We Support Youth Mental Health in a Social Media World? | Ep 355 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 16, 2025

The Greatest Strategies for Thriving Amid Uncertainty in Business | Ep 354

Navigating Uncertainty in Business: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling discussion with ... The post The Greatest Strategies for Thriving Amid Uncertainty in Business | Ep 354 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 14, 2025

Can Leaders Transform Their Teams by Embracing a Coaching Mindset? | Ep 353

Embracing the Role of Leaders as Coaches: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a ... The post Can Leaders Transform Their Teams by Embracing a Coaching Mindset? | Ep 353 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 09, 2025

From Chaos to Clarity: How to Build a Strong Operational Foundation | Ep 352

Mastering Business Operations: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the critical role of operations ... The post From Chaos to Clarity: How to Build a Strong Operational Foundation | Ep 352 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 07, 2025

The Greatest Challenge in Leadership: Aligning Values and Actions

Leadership and Company Culture: Insights from Ken Wilcox on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a ... The post The Greatest Challenge in Leadership: Aligning Values and Actions appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 02, 2025

How Mindset and Personal Growth Shape Effective Leadership

Unlocking Leadership and Personal Growth: Insights from Brad Dalton on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in ... The post How Mindset and Personal Growth Shape Effective Leadership appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Jan 01, 2025

From Tax Software to Pet Grooming: The Unlikely Journey of a Franchise Visionary | Ep 349

Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success: Insights from John Hewitt on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling ... The post From Tax Software to Pet Grooming: The Unlikely Journey of a Franchise Visionary | Ep 349 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Dec 24, 2024

How Can You Transform Your Sales Team into a High-Performing Machine?

Unlocking Sales Success: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” with Doug Thorpe and Gregg Murphy In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe sits ... The post How Can You Transform Your Sales Team into a High-Performing Machine? appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Dec 19, 2024

The Essential Role of Globally Conscious Leadership in Business Sustainability

Embracing Globally Conscious Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with ... The post The Essential Role of Globally Conscious Leadership in Business Sustainability appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Dec 17, 2024

The Best Strategies for Transformative Leadership: Insights from “The Beekeeper”

| Ep 346 Leadership Insights: Transformative Growth and Emotional Intelligence In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Katie ... The post The Best Strategies for Transformative Leadership: Insights from “The Beekeeper” appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Dec 12, 2024

Navigating the Innovation Landscape: Lessons from Amazon and Beyond

Unlocking Innovation: Insights from West Stringfellow on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe sat down with West Stringfellow, ... The post Navigating the Innovation Landscape: Lessons from Amazon and Beyond appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Dec 10, 2024

The Greatest Secrets to Merging Sustainability with Business Innovation | Ep 344

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Integrating Sustainability and Innovation in Business In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking discussion with ... The post The Greatest Secrets to Merging Sustainability with Business Innovation | Ep 344 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Dec 05, 2024

Empowering Others: The Key to Effective Leadership in Today’s Workplace

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from Mosongo Moukwa on Effective Leadership In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” hosted by Doug Thorpe, the conversation delves into ... The post Empowering Others: The Key to Effective Leadership in Today’s Workplace appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense ....

Dec 03, 2024
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