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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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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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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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 through common sense. In my latest podcast episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Erin Labascqz, a communication connoisseur who has dedicated her […]

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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 of my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” I had the pleasure of hosting Laura Reid, a remarkable specialist in public speaking and storytelling, who […]

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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 had the pleasure of hosting Daphna Horowitz, an executive coach and a beacon in the realm of leadership development. From Numbers to People: A Journey […]

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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 in the industry. In a recent episode, I sat down with Eric Nehrlich , a Silicon Valley veteran with an impressive background as a former […]

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