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The Power of Mindset: A Conversation with Dr. Tomi Mitchell 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 and personal development. In a recent episode, I sat down with Dr. Tomi Mitchell, a board-certified physician and […] The post How Can Mindset Impact Your Leaders...

Navigating the Complexities of Leadership: Insights from Jay Williams 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 field of leadership. In a recent episode, I sat down with Jay Williams, a seasoned expert in leadership development, to unravel the […] The post The Rocket Fuel for Company...

The Entrepreneurial Journey of Revolutionizing Mental Health Care: Insights from Sam Mandel Hello, dear readers. I’m Doug Thorpe, the host of Leadership Powered by Common Sense, and today I’m thrilled to share with you the insights from my recent podcast episode featuring an extraordinary guest, Sam Mandel. Sam’s entrepreneurial spirit and innovative approach to mental […]...

The Art of Embracing Imperfection and Celebrating Wins: Insights from Habit Coach Lesley Logan Welcome to my latest podcast, where I’m thrilled to share the wisdom and insights from a recent episode of my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” I had the pleasure of hosting Lesley Logan, an exceptional online instructor and habits building […] The post Perfectionism:...

From Corporate Stress to Empowering Leadership: A Journey with Tassos Kotsias Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your host for the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In one of our recent episodes, I had the pleasure of welcoming Tassos Kotsias, a coach who has created his own program called the Heart Method. Today, I’d like […] The post Transforming Your Lead...

Embracing Vulnerability and Authenticity in Leadership: A Conversation with Gerardo Segat Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your host for this insightful podcast episode. Today, I had the pleasure of introducing my guest, Gerardo Segat, a successful entrepreneur turned coach, who shared his inspiring journey and valuable insights on leadership and company culture. Gerardo Segat: From […...

The Art of Employee Retention: A Conversation with Anne Donovan As a podcaster, I’ve had the privilege of engaging in enlightening conversations with industry experts. One such conversation was with Anne Donovan, a seasoned professional in the human resources field. Our discussion centered on the critical topic of employee retention, a subject that Anne has […] The post Empowerment, Co...

Embracing Resilience and Post-Traumatic Growth: A Conversation with Rebecca Weaver Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your host for the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In one of our recent episodes, I had the pleasure of hosting Rebecca Weaver, a seasoned HR professional with 22 years of experience. Our conversation revolved around resilience, post-traumatic growth, [...

From Answering Phones to Leading a Multi-Million Dollar Business: A Conversation with Jacky Fischer In a recent podcast episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Jacky Fischer, a successful entrepreneur based in Houston. Jacky’s journey from helping her father’s furniture business at the age of 12 to owning and managing a multi-million dollar moving company […] The post How Can Entr...

Building a Thriving Business: A Conversation with Levi Torres As a podcaster, I have the privilege of engaging with some of the most inspiring and successful entrepreneurs in the industry. One such individual is Levi Torres, the owner of High 5 Plumbing in Denver. In a recent episode of my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common […] The post Creating a Positive Impact: How High 5 Plumbi...

“Entrepreneurial Insights: A Journey from Equipment Leasing to Tech-Based Ventures” Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your host for the podcast series. Today, I’m excited to share with you an insightful conversation I had with Peter Wasmer, a seasoned entrepreneur who has successfully transitioned from equipment leasing to tech-based ventures. From Equipment Leasing to Tech-...

The Impact of Burnout on Leadership: A Conversation with Dr. Gary Simonds In a recent episode of my podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Gary Simonds, a former neurosurgeon with a wealth of experience and insight into the world of burnout and its impact on leadership. This blog post aims to share the […] The post Effective Strategies for Managing Burnout | Ep 243 first appeared on Lead...

Strengthening the Small Business Backbone: A Conversation with Chris Lautenslager As a podcaster, I have the privilege of engaging in enlightening conversations with a variety of guests. In a recent episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Chris Lautenslager, a man who has journeyed from growing up in a small family business to working in […] The post From Loud Voices to Honest and Effect...

Interested in enhancing your leadership skills or improving your organization’s leadership practices? I invite you to explore the insights and guidance that Doug Thorpe offers. Leadership and Accountability: A Conversation with Mark Anthony In a recent episode of my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I had the pleasure of hosting Mark Anthony, a successful […] T...

The Art and Science of Leadership: A Conversation with Russell Heath As the host of a podcast that delves into the intricacies of leadership, I recently had the pleasure of engaging in a thought-provoking conversation with Russell Heath, a seasoned leadership coach. Our discussion revolved around the age-old question: are leaders born or made? We […] The post Are Leaders Born or Bred? | Ep 2...

Navigating the Complexities of Employment Law: Insights from Alan Crone Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your host for the podcast “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” In one of our recent episodes, we had the pleasure of hosting Alan Crone, an expert in employment law. Today, I’d like to share some of the key insights from […] The post Why is Understanding Employmen...

The Power of Process Engineering: A Conversation with Sam Drauschak As a podcaster, I have the privilege of engaging with a variety of experts in different fields. In a recent episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Sam Drauschak, a passionate process engineer with a unique background in science and water and wastewater treatment. This […] The post Empowering Businesses with Process Mapping |...

Embracing Authentic Leadership: A Conversation with Laurie Smith In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I had the pleasure of hosting Lauri Smith, a renowned expert on public speaking and presence. Our conversation revolved around the importance of authentic leadership, vulnerability, and effective communication of vision. Here’s a recap of our insightful [&...

The Power of Differentiation in Business and Personal Branding: A Conversation with Roy Osing Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your podcast host, and today I’m excited to share with you a fascinating conversation I had with Roy Osing, a renowned expert on business and personal branding. We delved into the importance of differentiation in business […] The post Be Different or Be D...

Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your host, and today I’m excited to share with you a fascinating conversation I had with Stephen Halasnik, a seasoned entrepreneur who has built multiple successful businesses over the past 30 years. Meet Stephen Halasnik: The Entrepreneurial Journey Stephen has an impressive track record, having built seven companies, two of […] The post Risk, Pi...

A Conversation with Futurist Jay Jamrog As a podcast host, I recently had the pleasure of engaging in a thought-provoking conversation with Jay Jamrog, a long-time futurist and strategic workforce planning expert. Our discussion revolved around the future of work, the importance of leadership, and the role of culture in the workplace. Here are some […] The post The Future of Work: Why Cultur...

Breaking Through the Plateau: A Deep Dive into the Challenges of Small Business Growth Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your host for today’s discussion. As a seasoned observer of the business landscape, I’ve noticed a common trend among private small businesses. They often hit a plateau during their third phase of growth and expansion, struggling […] The post Take-Off Tita...

From Dentistry to Leadership: A Journey of Continuous Learning and Growth Hello everyone, I’m your host, Doug Thorpe, and I’m excited to share with you an insightful conversation I had with Dr. David Pearce on my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense”. Dr. Pearce, a successful dentist turned coach, shared his journey of lifelong learning […] The post Laughing G...

From Systems Engineer to Book Publisher: A Conversation with Nancy Erickson Hello everyone, I’m Doug Thorpe, your host for the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In one of our recent episodes, I had the pleasure of hosting Nancy Erickson, an expert in book publishing. Today, I’d like to share some of the key insights […] The post So You Want to Write a Book...

Shifting Mindsets for Success: A Conversation with Carolyn, the Leadership Coach As the host of the podcast “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I recently had the pleasure of welcoming Carolyn Mahboubi, a professional life and leadership coach, onto the show. With a background in luxury fashion and a decade of coaching experience, Carolyn brought a […] The post The Mindset Shif...