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Doug Thorpe MBA, CLC, CEC

Small business owners will hit an invisible wall that can stall the Growth of the company. The key reason there is a wall is that owners need to shift from manager to leader. The question is, how to do that?

Doug is a coach for CEOs and Senior Leadership Teams with 30 years of leadership experience. He is the president & CEO of Doug Thorpe Group. Doug is also a podcast host.

He helps owners understand the ways they need to reshape their thinking and attitude to make a successful break through the wall.

Books Authored By Doug Thorpe

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Mastering Your Mind: The Key To Leadership Success &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
Mastering Your Mind: The Key to Leadership Success

Unlocking Leadership Potential: The Power of Mindset and Paradigms In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with guest J…

Unlocking Leadership…

Unlocking Leadership Potential: The Power of Mindset and Paradigms In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with guest Jeni ... The post Mastering Your Mind: The Key to Leadership Success appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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Breaking Through The Invisible Wall &Raquo; Breaking Through The
Breaking Through the Invisible Wall

There is an invisible wall in the business world. It’s the wall between management and leadership; being a good manager and becoming a great leader. People can spend an entire career and never brea…

There is an invisibl…

There is an invisible wall in the business world. It’s the wall between management and leadership; being a good manager and becoming a great leader. People can spend an entire career and never break through that wall. The wall is not about equal opportunity, hiring practices, promotion or selection. Nor is it about gender or age. No, this wall is about moving from Management to Leadership. The Entrepreneur’s Conundrum The easiest way to explain this wall is to start with an entrepreneur. A solo-preneur; the person who thinks he/she has an idea and wants to start a business. Let’…

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Building Trust And Engagement In Small To Midsize Businesses | Ep 373 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
Building Trust and Engagement in Small to Midsize Businesses | Ep 373

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Navigating HR Challenges in Small to Midsize Businesses In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling …

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Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Navigating HR Challenges in Small to Midsize Businesses In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling ... The post Building Trust and Engagement in Small to Midsize Businesses | Ep 373 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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The Future Of Work: Adapting Leadership Styles For A New Generation | Ep 372 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
The Future of Work: Adapting Leadership Styles for a New Generation | Ep 372

Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Steve Cadigan In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe and guest Steve Cadigan delve ... The post …

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Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Steve Cadigan In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe and guest Steve Cadigan delve ... The post The Future of Work: Adapting Leadership Styles for a New Generation | Ep 372 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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Breaking Free From Founderitis: A Path To Empowered Leadership | Ep 371 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
Breaking Free from Founderitis: A Path to Empowered Leadership | Ep 371

Overcoming Founderitis: A Deep Dive into Effective Leadership for Business Growth In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversati…

Overcoming Founderit…

Overcoming Founderitis: A Deep Dive into Effective Leadership for Business Growth In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with ... The post Breaking Free from Founderitis: A Path to Empowered Leadership | Ep 371 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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Finding Your Anchor In A Sea Of Uncertainty: Reclaiming Peace In A Chaotic World &Raquo; Image 2 1
Finding Your Anchor in a Sea of Uncertainty: Reclaiming Peace in a Chaotic World

The news cycle is a relentless beast. Political debates rage, social tensions simmer, and the weight of “big picture” events can feel crushing. It’s easy to get swept away by the current of …

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The news cycle is a relentless beast. Political debates rage, social tensions simmer, and the weight of “big picture” events can feel crushing. It’s easy to get swept away by the current of national discourse, to feel like a tiny boat tossed about in a vast, unpredictable ocean. The political climate, particularly in the United States, often seems designed to amplify our anxieties, to make us feel powerless in the face of forces beyond our control. Many of us are grappling with a sense of overwhelm. The constant barrage of information, the stark divisions, and the uncertainty abou…

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Unlocking The Secrets Of Human Hacking For Effective Leadership | Ep 370 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
Unlocking the Secrets of Human Hacking for Effective Leadership | Ep 370

Unlocking Leadership Potential Through Human Hacking: Insights from Chris Hadnagy In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the fascinating world …

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Unlocking Leadership Potential Through Human Hacking: Insights from Chris Hadnagy In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the fascinating world of human ... The post Unlocking the Secrets of Human Hacking for Effective Leadership | Ep 370 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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Unlocking Your Leadership Potential: Insights For Mid-Career Professionals | Ep 369 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
Unlocking Your Leadership Potential: Insights for Mid-Career Professionals | Ep 369

Navigating Mid-Career Pivots: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the intricacies of …

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Navigating Mid-Career Pivots: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the intricacies of mid-career transitions ... The post Unlocking Your Leadership Potential: Insights for Mid-Career Professionals | Ep 369 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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The Curious Mind: From Taking Things Apart To Building Business Dreams &Raquo; The Curious Mind
The Curious Mind: From Taking Things Apart to Building Business Dreams

Where it all started I’ve always been that kid who needed to understand how things worked. Not just on the surface – I mean really understand. While other kids were content playing with their …

Where it all started…

Where it all started I’ve always been that kid who needed to understand how things worked. Not just on the surface – I mean really understand. While other kids were content playing with their toys, I was the one with a screwdriver in hand, carefully dismantling them to see what made them tick. (And yes, to my parents’ relief, I could put them back together too! 😊) This wasn’t just childhood tinkering. Looking back, it was the first manifestation of a core trait that would shape my entire professional journey: an insatiable curiosity coupled with a drive to master whatever ca…

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From Information Overload To Clarity: Essential Skills For Modern Leaders | Ep 368 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
From Information Overload to Clarity: Essential Skills for Modern Leaders | Ep 368

Navigating Leadership and Decision-Making in Modern Business: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe…

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Navigating Leadership and Decision-Making in Modern Business: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a ... The post From Information Overload to Clarity: Essential Skills for Modern Leaders | Ep 368 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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Lead Like A General: Strategies For Bold Leadership | Ep 367 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
Lead Like a General: Strategies for Bold Leadership | Ep 367

Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from a Military Trailblazer In this episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Twanda …

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Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from a Military Trailblazer In this episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Twanda (Tia) ... The post Lead Like a General: Strategies for Bold Leadership | Ep 367 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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Ways To Explore The Power Of Your Mind’s Attention And Your Heart’s Affection &Raquo; 51636535 M Scaled 1
Ways to Explore the Power of Your Mind’s Attention and Your Heart’s Affection

As a leader, you have so mnay chocies to make. People, process, product and performance issues surround you. Making the best choice can be difficult. However, nothing can be more powerful than the exa…

As a leader, you hav…

As a leader, you have so mnay chocies to make. People, process, product and performance issues surround you. Making the best choice can be difficult. However, nothing can be more powerful than the exact moment you harness the power of your mind’s attention and your heart’s affection. Projects, life changes, new directions, and many other parts of our life can become monumental successes when these two dynamics come into perfect alignment. “Have you realized that today is the tomorrow you talked about yesterday? It is your responsibility to change your life for the better.” ― Jaachy…

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From Stress To Success: Mastering The Mind-Body Connection In Leadership | Ep 366 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
From Stress to Success: Mastering the Mind-Body Connection in Leadership | Ep 366

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 I…

Unlocking Effective …

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 ... The post From Stress to Success: Mastering the Mind-Body Connection in Leadership | Ep 366 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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The Shade We Cast: Leadership Beyond The Spotlight &Raquo; Leadership Shade Header
The Shade We Cast: Leadership Beyond the Spotlight

Leadership isn’t about basking in the glow of success; it’s about the shade you provide for those you lead and those considering joining your ranks. It’s about the values you embody, the outcome…

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Leadership isn’t about basking in the glow of success; it’s about the shade you provide for those you lead and those considering joining your ranks. It’s about the values you embody, the outcomes you champion, the influences you wield, and the lasting impact you create. True leaders understand that their role is to nurture growth, foster resilience, and empower others to thrive, even when the heat is on. Think of a mighty oak. Its strength isn’t just in its towering height, but in the shelter it offers. Its broad canopy provides respite from the scorching sun, allowing smaller plant…

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How Can Effective Leadership Transform Project Management Success? | Ep 365 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
How Can Effective Leadership Transform Project Management Success? | Ep 365

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 compell…

Mastering Project Ma…

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 ... The post How Can Effective Leadership Transform Project Management Success? | Ep 365 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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Smart Goals 2.0: The Evolution Of Strategic Goal Setting In Current Business Ownership &Raquo; Image 1 1
SMART Goals 2.0: The Evolution of Strategic Goal Setting in Current Business Ownership

In the dynamic landscape of business acquisition and entrepreneurship, the concept of SMART goals has evolved far beyond its original 1981 introduction. Today’s successful business leaders are reima…

In the dynamic lands…

In the dynamic landscape of business acquisition and entrepreneurship, the concept of SMART goals has evolved far beyond its original 1981 introduction. Today’s successful business leaders are reimagining this classic framework to meet contemporary challenges and opportunities. Let’s explore how modern entrepreneurs are leveraging SMART goals to drive successful business transitions and sustainable growth. The Modern SMART Framework: A Deeper Dive Specific: Beyond Basic Clarity Gone are the days when “specific” merely meant clear objectives. Today’s interpretation demands c…

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Can Military Leadership Principles Transform Corporate Culture? | Ep 364 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
Can Military Leadership Principles Transform Corporate Culture? | Ep 364

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 …

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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, ... The post Can Military Leadership Principles Transform Corporate Culture? | Ep 364 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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Why I’m Not Letting My Business Journey Flop &Raquo; Image 72
Why I’m Not Letting My Business Journey Flop

So I asked one of my younger clients to help me change the voice in my message. We talked a bit then decided she’d just do the damn thing in a full blown blog post. So here it goes…. Fr fr, sta…

So I asked one of my…

So I asked one of my younger clients to help me change the voice in my message. We talked a bit then decided she’d just do the damn thing in a full blown blog post. So here it goes…. Fr fr, starting your own business hits different.Like, one minute I’m grinding in my corporate job, and the next I’m thinking about being my own boss. But here’s the tea – I had absolutely zero clue about what I didn’t know. And bestie, let me tell you, there was A LOT I didn’t know.That’s when I found Doug Thorpe at HeadwayExec, and ngl (not gonna lie), it was literally the best decision ever…

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