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Unlocking Sales Success: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” with Doug Thorpe and Gregg Murphy In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe sits down with sales expert Gregg Murphy to delve into the intricacies of building effective sales teams and processes. Gregg, who recently authored the book “Sales […] The p...

Embracing Globally Conscious Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with John Lamy about the evolving role of leaders in today’s interconnected world. The episode delves into the concept of globally conscious leadership, the import...

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Integrating Sustainability and Innovation in Business In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Vanessa Thompson, an expert in sustainability, startups, entrepreneurship, and finance. Together, they explore the critical intersection of sustainability and innovation i...

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from Mosongo Moukwa on Effective Leadership In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” hosted by Doug Thorpe, the conversation delves into the intricacies of effective leadership. The episode features Mosongo Moukwa, a seasoned leader with a diverse background across various industries, who shares his journey and […...

Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Cybersecurity: Insights from Tammy Klotz In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the critical and ever-evolving field of cybersecurity with industry expert Tammy Klotz. Recently named one of the top 50 women to admire in cybersecurity, Tammy shares her extensive experience and […] The post Cy...

Mastering Branding and Marketing for Professional Service Firms In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” hosted by Doug Thorpe, the spotlight is on branding and marketing strategies tailored for small businesses, particularly those in the professional services sector. Doug engages with Leonard Scheiner, a branding and marketing expert with a wealth of […] Th...

Unlocking Business Growth with Virtual Assistants In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Blendi Muriqi, an entrepreneur who has successfully scaled his business by leveraging virtual assistants (VAs). This episode is a treasure trove of insights for business owners looking to optimize their […] The...

Navigating the Transition from Corporate Life to Independent Consulting In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Amy Rasdal, who shares her journey from a corporate career in technology and medical devices to becoming an independent consultant. This episode delves into the complexities of […] The post...

The Power of Empathetic Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Erin Thorp In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the transformative concept of empathetic leadership with guest Erin Thorp, an expert in the field. This episode is a treasure trove of insights and actionable advice for leaders […] The post Can Empathetic Leaders...

Mastering the Art of Personal Storytelling in Public Speaking In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Leslie Fiorenzo, an expert in personal storytelling and public speaking. The episode delves into the transformative power of storytelling for business leaders and entrepreneurs, offering practical advice [&...

The Power of Mindset in Leadership: Insights from Jeremy Fouts In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Jeremy Fouts, a seasoned entrepreneur from Dallas. The discussion delves into the critical themes of leadership, personal development, and the transformative power of mindset. This blog […] The post...

Building a Culture of Excellence In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe and guest Dr. Jeff Standridge delve into the intricacies of leadership and its pivotal role in shaping organizational culture. This comprehensive discussion offers valuable insights into the elements that contribute to a thriving workplace environment and provides […] Th...

Unlocking Team Potential In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the intricacies of team leadership with guest Regina Huber. Regina, a seasoned leader with a diverse background, introduces her “New Paradigm Leadership Framework,” which aims to build happier and more engaged teams. This blog post will break […] The po...

Navigating Business Growth In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Rico Pena, a seasoned expert in behavior analysis and people development. Together, they delve into the complexities of business growth, the critical transitions that leaders must navigate, and the importance of understanding human...

Leadership and Marketing Insights from Steve Robinson: Building the Chick-fil-A Brand In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe sat down with Steve Robinson, the former Chief Marketing Officer of Chick-fil-A, to delve into the journey and strategies that have shaped the iconic brand. This comprehensive blog post will break […] The post Covert C...

Mastering the Art of Business Exit Planning: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Rich Hall In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe sat down with Rich Hall, a certified exit planner, to delve into the intricacies of planning for a business exit. This comprehensive discussion sheds light on the importance […] The post The Most Critical Factors for Ma...

Achieving Entrepreneurial Freedom and Profitable Independence: Insights from Richard Walsh In a recent episode of the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast, host Doug Thorpe sat down with Richard Walsh to discuss the journey to achieve freedom and profitable independence as an entrepreneur. Richard Walsh, a former US Marine turned entrepreneur, shared his personal experiences, [...

Celebrating 300 Episodes of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense”: The Importance of Process Management in Business Welcome to the 300th episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” a podcast dedicated to exploring practical leadership strategies and insights. Hosted by Doug Thorpe, this milestone episode features a special guest, Layla Pomper, an expert in process manag...

Navigating the Complex World of M&A: Insights from an Industry Veteran As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve had the privilege of engaging with some of the most insightful minds in various industries. In a recent episode, I sat down with Richard Parker, a seasoned expert in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) […] The post Unveiling the Secrets of...

From ICU Nurse to Entrepreneurial Consultant: A Journey of Leadership and Process Mastery The Backstory of a Business Growth Expert Hello, everyone! I’m Doug Thorpe, host of Leadership Powered by Common Sense, and I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Donna Dube (Du-bay), a consultant who specializes in operations and process performance. In this blog […] The post The Most Common...

Cultivating a Thriving Organizational Culture: Insights from “The Seeds of Culture” Hello everyone, Doug Thorpe here, your host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” I’m thrilled to share with you the insights from a recent episode where I had the pleasure of interviewing Dan Bredeson, an expert on the pivotal role leaders play in shaping […] The post How to...

Navigating the Sales Landscape: Insights for Entrepreneurs As an entrepreneur and podcast host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I’ve always found the world of sales to be a challenging frontier. It’s a sentiment I know many business owners share, especially those who’ve stepped into the arena through acquiring a business. That’s why I invited […] T...

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 [...

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, [&#8230...

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 […] The post Hiring: The Good, th...