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Doug Thorpe
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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Mar 21, 2024 • 0sec
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 successful organization. I’m Doug Thorpe, your guide through the maze of leadership and entrepreneurship, and in this show, I’m sharing insights from a recent conversation […]
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Mar 19, 2024 • 0sec
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 most enlightening episodes, I sat down with Stan Slovin, the author of “Better Listening: The Secret to Improving Your Professional and Personal Life.” Our discussion […]
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Mar 14, 2024 • 0sec
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 a recent episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ed Delia, a seasoned professional who has navigated the complex waters of transitioning a family-owned […]
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Mar 12, 2024 • 0sec
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 episode, I sat down with Erin Diehl, an inspiring figure who has just released a compelling new book, “I See You: A Leader’s Guide to […]
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Mar 7, 2024 • 0sec
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 with Michael Matucci, PhD, about a topic that resonates deeply with both my personal and professional ethos—the profound importance of discovering one’s personal sense of […]
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Mar 5, 2024 • 0sec
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, I sat down with Guillaume Wiatr (Viat), the mastermind behind the “Strategic Narrative” model, to explore the profound impact of storytelling and strategic thinking in […]
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Feb 29, 2024 • 0sec
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 journey through the creation and management of diverse businesses, including a painting and roofing company, real estate investments, and a Brazilian jiu-jitsu academy, has given […]
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Feb 27, 2024 • 0sec
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 a recent conversation I had with Cheryl Lynn Mobley, an executive coach with an exceptional background in leadership and organizational performance. Cheryl’s journey to becoming […]
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Feb 22, 2024 • 0sec
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 podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” Today, I’m thrilled to share with you the profound insights from a recent conversation with Vanessa Broers, a remarkable […]
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Feb 20, 2024 • 0sec
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 topics that are vital to business leaders. In a recent episode, we delved into the world of sales within small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs), and […]
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