Harnessing the Digital Age for Enhanced Customer Experience Welcome to my PODCAST, where I delve into the intricacies of leadership and the impact of common sense in driving business success. In a recent episode of my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I had the pleasure of hosting Chris Hood, a distinguished author, speaker, coach, […]

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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 of “Powering Change.” Today, we’re diving into a conversation that bridges the gap between the natural world and the boardroom, exploring how the cycles of […]

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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 recently had the pleasure of hosting Clifton Savage on my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” and our conversation was nothing short of enlightening. Clifton, […]

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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