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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 4, 2025 • 0sec
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 compelling conversation with Bruce Whitfield, a seasoned expert in decision-making and leadership. With a career spanning over 20 years and approximately 50,000 interviews with successful […]
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Feb 27, 2025 • 0sec
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) Young, a retired Army brigadier general and a trailblazer in military leadership. Tia shares her inspiring journey, from her humble beginnings in South Carolina to […]
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Feb 25, 2025 • 0sec
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 Riad, a seasoned expert in corporate talent development and coaching. The episode delves into the foundational principle that effective leadership begins with self-leadership, emphasizing the […]
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Feb 20, 2025 • 0sec
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 Kevin Torf, an experienced IT and project management professional. The episode delves into the nuances of effective leadership in project management, exploring the evolution of […]
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Feb 18, 2025 • 0sec
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, a military veteran who draws on her experiences in the Canadian Air Force to explore the contrasts between military and corporate leadership. This episode is […]
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Feb 13, 2025 • 0sec
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 with advertising and branding expert James Bond to explore the concept of “brain glue.” This intriguing idea delves into the emotional connections that drive consumer […]
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Feb 11, 2025 • 0sec
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, a seasoned CEO with extensive experience in the rail industry. The discussion delves into the intricacies of leadership principles, the impact of organizational culture, and […]
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Feb 6, 2025 • 0sec
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 on organizational dynamics. The discussion delves into the evolving nature of organizations and the challenges leaders face in fostering effective team dynamics. Wolfe introduces his […]
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Feb 4, 2025 • 0sec
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 Burdett, founder of Fast Slow Motion. The episode delves into the intricacies of growing and scaling businesses, emphasizing the importance of effective systems, processes, and […]
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Jan 30, 2025 • 0sec
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 Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Heather Jerrehian, a seasoned entrepreneur and futurist. The episode delves into the complexities of entrepreneurship, leadership transitions, and […]
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