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Introduction Well, hello again, everyone. This is Doug Thorpe, and you are listening to another episode of The Leadership powered by Common Sense. We’re the show that tries to speak to business owners and leaders at all levels. We want to help you break down the complexity and ambiguity and uncertainty of the day and […] The post Flexible Leadership: Navigating Uncertainty in Today’s W...

Introduction Well, hey, everybody. Glad to have you back on board. This is Doug Thorpe, and you’re listening to another episode of leadership Powered by Common Sense. Today, I’ve got a guest who is a fellow coach, author, and a colleague in the same space, if you will. We were commiserating. He lives in the […] The post Optimize Your Leadership: A Conversation with Dan Roberts on...

Leading Through Uncertainty: A Conversation with Rebecca Homkes on Survive, Reset and Thrive Introduction Well, hello again, everyone. I hope you’re having a great day, wherever you may be, whether it’s early or late in your day. Glad you could spend a moment to join us. This is Doug Thorpe, and you’re listening to Leadership […] The post Leadership SECRETS: Thrive in Uncer...

Introduction Well, hello again, everyone. I’m glad you’re spending a minute to check in with us. This is Doug Thorpe, and this is another episode of The Leadership Powered by Common Sense. I’m very honored today to bring a guest who is a, author, an advisor and coach. He also has a wildly successful TEDx […] The post You Can’t Inspire Accountability in Others Until You Mode...

You’re listening to Leadership Powered by Common Sense with your host, Doug Thorpe. Here’s Doug. Introduction: Why Cash Flow Can Make or Break Your Business Today we’re going to hit a big topic that impacts all small business. It’s about cash flow. If you don’t understand or don’t know how cash flow works and haven’t […] The post Cash Flow: The Make-...

Well, hello again everyone. I hope you’re having a great day, whatever time of day it might be for you. This is Doug Thorpe, and you’re listening to another episode of leadership powered by Common Sense. Today, I’ve got a gentleman who has spent much of his career in the human resources and talent management […] The post Bloom Where You’re Planted: Creating Inclusive Leader...

Introduction Announcer You are listening to Leadership Powered by Common Sense with your host, Doug Thorpe. Here’s Doug. Doug Thorpe Today I’m going to be talking about the great talent escape. Did you know you’re probably one LinkedIn message away from some of your best team members leaving your business? And if you’re a small […] The post Stop Employee Flight Risk |...

Introduction Today, my guest is going to help us with an area that I think is a concern and probably often goes unspoken. It has to do with the idea of if you are someone who is working hard at work, but you have the burden of a loved one at a home who needs […] The post Balancing Caregiving and Career: Finding Strength in Life’s Most Challenging Moments | Ep 418 first appeared on Leadership...

Introduction Doug: Well, hello again, everyone. This is Doug Thorpe, and you’re listening to another episode of leadership Powered by Common Sense. Today, my guest is going to help us understand the possibility of if if you’re a leader out there and you think you’ve got a book story inside you, maybe a your take […] The post The Book PUBLISHING Expert: ‘Why 99% Never Become...

Executive Summary In this transformative episode of Leadership Powered by Common Sense, host Doug Thorpe interviews Cam Lawson from ninety.io about the critical importance of business operating systems for small business growth and scaling operations. The conversation reveals why most businesses hit growth ceilings and how structured systems can eliminate the founder bottleneck that prevents [&#82...

Well, hey, everybody, this is Doug, and you’re on another episode of Leadership Powered by Common Sense. It’s a pleasure to meet with you today or hear or be speaking to you today. My guest is named Jennifer Jensen. She is someone who works in leadership development and helping build executives. And it’s a pleasure […] The post How Can Middle Managers Transform Corporate Vi...

Introduction: Amanda Johnson and Her Mission Well, hello again, everyone. This is Doug Thorpe, and you’re listening to Leadership Powered by Common Sense. Today, my guest is going to help us with an interesting topic that if you’re a leader in a particular business, whether you’re the owner of the company or, just on the […] The post The CEO’s Guide to Hybrid Publishing: Tu...

Workplace conflict has reached epidemic proportions. According to groundbreaking research by conflict resolution expert Karin Hurt, a staggering 70% of professionals report experiencing significantly more workplace conflict than just a few years ago. But what’s driving this surge, and more importantly, how can leaders navigate these turbulent waters? In this revealing episode of Leadership P...

In "Leadership Powered by Common Sense," Doug Thorpe and Jolynn Ledgerwood discuss how LEGO Serious Play transforms workplace training by fostering engagement and inclusivity through structured play. Jolynn’s journey highlights the effectiveness of tactile learning, revealing flaws in traditional methods, especially post-COVID. This innovative approach promotes harmony, psychological safety, and p...

How one entrepreneur transformed personal tragedy into a mission-driven organization serving 400,000 kids fighting cancer worldwide In the world of nonprofit leadership and purpose-driven entrepreneurship, few stories are as compelling as Eric Newman’s journey from childhood cancer survivor to founder of a multi-million-dollar organization that builds hope for families facing pediatric cance...

In the latest episode of Leadership Powered by Common Sense, host Doug Thorpe sits down with Derek Fredrickson, an accomplished CEO and fractional Chief Operating Officer who’s helping service-based entrepreneurs break through growth barriers. Broadcasting from the heart of Paris, where he’s lived for nine years, Derek shares his unique journey from Wall Street finance […] The po...

Leadership, Branding, and Sales: Actionable Strategies for Building a Cohesive Company Culture In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe sat down with John Golden, a seasoned sales and branding expert, to unpack the nuanced relationship between leadership, branding, and sales strategies. Drawing from decades of experience in Silicon Valley...

Lessons in Leadership and Entrepreneurship: Building a Family Business from the Ground Up In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe sits down with Rob Lee, co-founder of Swift Passport and Visa Services, to unpack the realities of launching and scaling a business with your spouse. Rob’s journey—from wildland firefighter to entrepreneur—offe...

Addressing Burnout in Leadership In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe and guest Sally Mahamdeh delve into the critical issue of burnout, particularly in leadership roles and the broader context of workplace well-being. This discussion is especially relevant in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has prompted many […] The post The Grea...

Insights from Dr. Shonda Gore on Effective Leadership In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Shanda Gore, a seasoned expert in leadership development. Their discussion delves into the intricacies of effective leadership, the importance of emotional intelligence, and the evolving dynamics of [&...

Navigating the Transition from Execution to Strategy In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Ashley Rudolph, an executive coach and advisor based in New York. The episode delves into the intricacies of leadership, particularly focusing on the challenges high achievers face when transitioning [&#823...

Creating a Culture of Openness In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Michael Reddington, an expert in non-confrontational interview techniques. The episode delves into the intricacies of leadership, focusing on the challenges leaders face in obtaining honest feedback from their teams and the […] T...

Leadership in Small to Mid-Cap Companies: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Rick Munson In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Rick Munson, a seasoned business and executive coach with a rich background in mechanical engineering and an MBA in finance and entrepreneurship. The […] The post From F...

Navigating Transitions: From Doubt to Do with Kat O’Sullivan In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Kat O’Sullivan, a transformational leader and author of “From Doubt to Do.” The episode delves into the intricacies of managing transitions and overcoming the doubts and fears [&#82...

Building Trust and Effective Communication in the Online Space: Insights from Yuri Elkaim In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Yuri Elkaim, a former professional soccer player turned successful entrepreneur in the health and wellness industry. The episode delves into Yuri’s journey, the […] T...