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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, [...

Breaking Through Business Plateaus: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Scott Anderson In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe welcomed back Scott Anderson to discuss a prevalent issue among small and medium-sized business owners: hitting a plateau. This episode dives deep into understanding why businesses stagnate and offers actionable strategies [&#823...

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...

Unlocking the Magic of Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Summer Jelinek In a recent episode of the podcast “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe sat down with Summer Jelinek, a former restaurant and retail manager at Walt Disney World, to discuss the nuances of effective leadership. Drawing from her extensive experience in […] The post How Can Leaders Cre...

Big Bet Leadership: Navigating Major Transformations in the Hyper Digital Era In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe welcomes John Rossman, a former partner at Arthur Andersen and Amazon, and the author of “The Amazon Way” and “Think Like Amazon.” Together, they delve into the concept of “big bet […] The post...

Understanding the Complexities of Overeating: Insights from Jason Stanley on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of the podcast “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the intricate world of health and body weight with specialist Jason Stanley. The conversation unravels the complexities of overeating, the psychological and emo...

Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey: Insights from the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” Podcast Understanding Your Audience: The Key to Entrepreneurial Success Hello, fellow leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs! I’m Doug Thorpe, your guide through the fascinating world of business leadership. In the latest episode of my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,&#82...

Embracing Change and Intentionality: My Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship The Inevitable Crossroads in Corporate Careers Hello everyone, Doug Thorpe here, and I’m thrilled to share with you a transformative conversation I had on my podcast, Leadership Powered by Common Sense. We delved into a topic that resonates with many: the pivotal moment in a […] The post Ready Yet? Embra...

Unlocking the True Value of Your Business: Insights from a Valuation Expert Welcome to my latest blog post, where I delve into the crucial topic of business valuation, a subject that resonates deeply with entrepreneurs and business owners contemplating their future. As the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I recently had the pleasure […] The post The Insider’s Guide t...

Introduction: Hello, fellow leaders and aspiring changemakers! I’m Doug Thorpe, your guide on the journey to empowered leadership through common sense. In my latest podcast episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Scott Mautz, the insightful author of “The Mentally Strong Leader.” Our conversation delved deep into the essence of mental strength and […] The post The...

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...

Pushing Limits: The Intersection of Endurance and Leadership Hello, fellow leaders and adventurers! I’m Doug Thorpe, the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” and today I’m thrilled to share with you the insights from a recent conversation with a remarkable guest, Bryan Gillette, who joined me for the second time on the show. As […] The post How Do High-Perfor...

The Power of Visionary Leadership and the Path to Sustainable Success 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 business world. In a recent episode, I sat down with Matthew Sanjari, a man whose journey from pastoral work to […] The post Fine-Tuning Your Business Strategies: Small Adj...

Breaking Through Invisible Walls: A Deep Dive into Female Leadership with Lisa Pachence 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 Lisa Pachence, a master certified coach with […] The post Shattering Glass Ceilings: Empowering...

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...

Unleashing Leadership Brilliance: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Empowerment Welcome to my latest blog post, where I delve into the heart of leadership and the transformative power of self-awareness and empathy. I’m Doug Thorpe, your guide on this journey, and the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” My mission is to equip those in […] The post How Do We Fix the L...

Exploring Modern Leadership with Expert Joe Davis Introduction: A Guide Through Leadership’s New Terrain Welcome, esteemed leaders and future influencers! I’m Doug Thorpe, your navigator in the realm of contemporary leadership. In the latest installment of my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” I had the enriching opportunity to converse with Joe Davis, a disting...

Crafting the Ultimate Customer Experience: Insights from a Global Expert Hello, fellow business leaders and enthusiasts! I’m Doug Thorpe, the host of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” and today I’m thrilled to share with you a treasure trove of insights from my recent podcast episode. I had the pleasure of interviewing Richard Weylman, a renowned […] The post How...

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...

Creating a Positive Company Culture: Insights from Leadership Expert Jim Van Allen Introduction: The Power of Positivity in Leadership Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, host of the podcast “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” and today I want to share with you some powerful insights from a recent discussion I had with Jim Van Allen, an expert […] The post Creating a Positive Company...

Navigating the Waters of Business Exit Strategies: Insights from Wayne Zell 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 business world. In a recent episode, I sat down with Wayne Zell, a licensed attorney, CPA, and the visionary behind […] The post The Most Crucial Considerations for S...

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 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, […] The post Revolutionizing Custom...

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...