Why does the number 7 show up everywhere—from menus to memory to decision-making? Discover the neuroscience behind the “magic number seven,” how working memory limits shape behavior, and why using 5–7 options reduces overwhelm, increases confidence, and drives better guest experiences. Perfect for leaders, educators, and hospitality professionals who want to design with the brain […]
Would you like to learn how to spark immediate change and growth so you can accelerate your results? If yes, I know you will find my guest, Doug Fleener, to be a wealth of information related to helping you turn everyday struggles into opportunities, both at work and at home. He will provide actionable insight… […]
Quick Listen: In the heat of a high-stakes meeting, when voices rise and shoulders tighten, a single, well-chosen sentence can change everything. “It feels like there’s growing frustration about these timelines,” someone says calmly. The room exhales. Shoulders drop. The conversation shifts from confrontation back to problem-solving. This is not magic it is affect labeling , one […]
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with San Francisco-based jazz trumpeter, composer, producer, and bandleader Cameron Washington of Lazy Californians. We caught up with Cameron to dive into his 2026 debut album Back to San Francisco, a high-energy project that blends the spirit of New […]
By Doug Thorpe | Leadership Powered by Common Sense® You’re sitting across from an employee. The door is closed. Your notes are in front of you. And you’re stalling. You know exactly what needs to be said. The performance isn’t there. The numbers tell the story. The rest of the team feels it. But somewhere […]
As the snow melts and the first hints of green appear, our thoughts naturally turn to renewal. We clean our homes, open our windows, and shake off the heaviness of winter. But for thousands of families in our community, spring brings something else entirely: the quiet desperation of empty cupboards. Here’s a truth that might […]
A guide to spotting senior executive impersonation scams before the fake CEO gets a real wire transfer. It Starts With a Message That Feels Important You get an email or a call. The name on the screen is your CEO or CFO. The tone is serious. There is a confidential deal happening, an acquisition, a […]
Quick Listen: The surge in emotional intelligence training for corporate executives signals a fundamental evolution in modern leadership. Today’s most effective leaders are no longer judged solely by strategic acumen or financial results they are evaluated on their capacity to understand and influence human emotions in high-pressure settings. From defusing tense negotiations to building trust […]
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with emerging Harlem-based jazz and soul vocalist Alicia Waller. We caught up with Alicia to dive into her debut album Louder Then, a dynamic project that blends jazz, soul, and R&B into a deeply expressive and modern sound. Co-produced […]
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with veteran British jazz guitarist Mitch Dalton. Known as one of the U.K.’s most in-demand studio musicians, Mitch has built a remarkable career working alongside legends like Herbie Hancock, Ella Fitzgerald, Wayne Shorter, Peggy Lee, and Quincy Jones. We […]
