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Unlocking Effective Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Irene Riad In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Irene Riad, a seasoned expert in corporate talent development and coaching. The episode delves into the foundational principle that effective leadership begins with self-leadership, emphasizing...

Mastering Project Management Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Kevin Torf, an experienced IT and project management professional. The episode delves into the nuances of effective leadership in project management, exploring th...

Leadership Lessons from the Military: Insights for Corporate Success In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling discussion with Isabelle Fortin, a military veteran who draws on her experiences in the Canadian Air Force to explore the contrasts between military and corporate leadership. This episode is […] The post Can Mil...

Unlocking the Power of Emotional Branding: Insights from James Bond on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages with advertising and branding expert James Bond to explore the concept of “brain glue.” This intriguing idea delves into the emotional connections that drive consumer [...

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from Stephen Blue In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Steven Blue, a seasoned CEO with extensive experience in the rail industry. The discussion delves into the intricacies of leadership principles, the impact of organizational culture, and […]...

Leadership Dynamics: Embracing the Living Organization Framework In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Norman Wolfe, an authority on organizational dynamics. The discussion delves into the evolving nature of organizations and the challenges leaders face in fostering effective team dynamics. Wolfe introd...

Mastering Business Growth: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with John Burdett, founder of Fast Slow Motion. The episode delves into the intricacies of growing and scaling businesses, emphasizing the importance of effective systems, processes...

Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” with Doug Thorpe and Heather Jerrehian In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Heather Jerrehian, a seasoned entrepreneur and futurist. The episode delves into the complexities of entrepreneurship, leadershi...

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Navigating Leadership, Team Performance, and Organizational Culture In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Torben Noerby, the CEO of People and Performance. This episode dives deep into the intricacies of leadership, team performance, and the nuances of organizational...

Embracing Innovation, Failure, and Core Values in Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Nick Schwartz, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the medical technology and device industry. The episode del...

Navigating Mental Health and Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Pat Broe In a compelling episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages with guest Pat Broe to discuss the critical topic of mental health, particularly among young people. Pat shares his personal experiences with mental health struggles, including a suicide attempt […] The post How...

Navigating Uncertainty in Business: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling discussion with guest Meredith Elliott Powell about the pervasive theme of uncertainty in the modern business landscape. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for leaders [&#8230...

Embracing the Role of Leaders as Coaches: 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 Kim Ades, a seasoned coach and leadership development expert. The episode delves into the transformative power of leaders adopting a coaching mindset, […] Th...

Mastering Business Operations: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the critical role of operations in business success with guest Garrett Delph, founder of Clarity Ops. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for business leaders looking to streamline […] Th...

Leadership and Company Culture: Insights from Ken Wilcox on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Ken Wilcox, a seasoned veteran of the banking industry and a leadership thinker. The discussion delves into the critical role of company […] The post The...

Unlocking Leadership and Personal Growth: Insights from Brad Dalton on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Brad Dalton, an author and mental performance coach. The episode delves into themes of leadership, personal growth, and the transformative po...

Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success: Insights from John Hewitt on “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 Hewitt, a seasoned entrepreneur renowned for founding and building several successful brands, including Jackson Hewitt and Liberty Tax. With over 55 y...

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...

| Ep 346 Leadership Insights: Transformative Growth and Emotional Intelligence In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Katie Desiderio and Michael Frino, co-authors of the book “The Beekeeper: Pollinating Your Organization for Transformative Growth.” This episode delves into essentia...

Unlocking Innovation: Insights from West Stringfellow on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe sat down with West Stringfellow, an innovation expert with a rich background in leading initiatives at major companies like Amazon, Visa, PayPal, and Target. West’s journey into the world of [&#8230...

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...

Leadership in Nonprofits: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Matt George In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Matt George, a seasoned leader in the nonprofit sector. Their discussion delves into the intricacies of nonprofit leadership, the transformative power of mentorship, and the personal […...