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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

The Exit Strategy Handbook: Essential Advice for Business Owners
By Doug Thorpe

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AI as the New Talent Stack: How Business Leaders Must Adapt

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, a profound shift is occurring that’s comparable to the industrial revolution – but at lightning speed. Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a…

In today’s rapidly…

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, a profound shift is occurring that’s comparable to the industrial revolution – but at lightning speed. Artificial intelligence is no longer just a fancy tool or competitive advantage; it’s becoming a fundamental part of the organizational talent stack. For business leaders, this isn’t simply about adopting new Technology – it’s about reimagining how work gets done, how teams are structured, and how value is created. The New Reality: AI as Colleague, Not Just Tool Remember when having email was a competitive advantage? When com…

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How Can Leaders Build Trust in Uncertain Times? | Ep 380

Building Trust and Navigating Uncertainty: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thoug…

Building Trust and N…

Building Trust and Navigating Uncertainty: 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 ... The post How Can Leaders Build Trust in Uncertain Times? | Ep 380 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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How Can Leaders Foster Conscious Conversations for Better Team Dynamics?

The Art of Conscious Conversations in Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Chuck Wisner In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the ... The…

The Art of Conscious…

The Art of Conscious Conversations in Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Chuck Wisner In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the ... The post How Can Leaders Foster Conscious Conversations for Better Team Dynamics? appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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The Greatest Transformation: From External Success to Authentic Leadership

Discovering Authentic Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe and guest Vince Covino delve …

Discovering Authenti…

Discovering Authentic Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe and guest Vince Covino delve into the ... The post The Greatest Transformation: From External Success to Authentic Leadership appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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The Emotional Side of Selling Your Business: What the ETA Movement Overlooks

There’s a movement sweeping through business schools and investment firms. It’s called “Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition” (ETA). Young, ambitious MBA graduates and career-changers armed wi…

There’s a movement…

There’s a movement sweeping through business schools and investment firms. It’s called “Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition” (ETA). Young, ambitious MBA graduates and career-changers armed with investor backing are hunting for established Small Businesses to buy. They study spreadsheets. They calculate ROI. They create elaborate acquisition strategies and funding models. They attend workshops on how to find the perfect business to purchase. But in all their preparation, they miss something fundamental. They never talk about you. The business owner who built something from …

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Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast: Why the Two Must Work Together for Business Success

Culture vs Strategy: A Guide for Business Leaders The late management guru Peter Drucker famously said, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” While this quote has become something of a busines…

Culture vs Strategy:…

Culture vs Strategy: A Guide for Business Leaders The late management guru Peter Drucker famously said, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” While this quote has become something of a business cliché, its enduring popularity speaks to a fundamental truth: even the most brilliant strategy will fail if your organizational culture doesn’t support it. However, Drucker’s absolute is not exactly true. If you think about it, and really understand the strength of strategy, culture is an element that is vital but not the end-all for strategic success. In our previous article, we explor…

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Enhance Leadership with Conscious Conversations | Ep 377

Mastering Conscious Conversations in Leadership: Insights from Dr. Greg Stewart In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling discussion w…

Mastering Conscious …

Mastering Conscious Conversations in Leadership: Insights from Dr. Greg Stewart In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling discussion with Dr. ... The post Enhance Leadership with Conscious Conversations | Ep 377 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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The Strategic Planning Paradox: Why Businesses Keep Failing to Plan for the Future

In today’s fast-paced business environment, it’s astonishing how many companies—from small startups to established mid-sized businesses and even some larger organizations—either ignore strateg…

In today’s fast-pa…

In today’s fast-paced business environment, it’s astonishing how many companies—from small startups to established mid-sized businesses and even some larger organizations—either ignore strategic planning altogether or treat it as a perfunctory Exercise. Despite the clear benefits of looking ahead and creating roadmaps for future growth, many business leaders find themselves trapped in the cycle of short-term thinking. The Missing Planning Piece Strategic planning is more than just setting goals for the next quarter or year. It’s about envisioning where your company wants to …

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You Can’t Get to Better Until You Get to Different | Ep 376

Unlocking Success Through Mindset: Insights from Dianna Kokoszka on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages i…

Unlocking Success Th…

Unlocking Success Through Mindset: Insights from Dianna Kokoszka on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a ... The post You Can’t Get to Better Until You Get to Different | Ep 376 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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8 Warning Signs That Your Supervisor is Incompetent

We have all had bad bosses, but how do we know if our supervisor is really a bad one? Here are 8 warnings signs that your boss can’t do the job, along with ideas about what a great supervisor should…

We have all had bad …

We have all had bad bosses, but how do we know if our supervisor is really a bad one? Here are 8 warnings signs that your boss can’t do the job, along with ideas about what a great supervisor should look like. 1. Never Has Time for You. Is your supervisor “too busy” to meet, even when it is important, or does he or she cancel when a meeting has been scheduled? Good supervision means being responsive to supervisees—giving them the time they need to get information, understand assignments, and especially receive clear feedback. 2. Micromanages. Does your supervisor insist on checking ev…

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How Can Leaders Foster Psychological Safety And Civility In The Workplace? | Ep 375 &Raquo; Cropped Lpbcs Podcast Image 1 67
How Can Leaders Foster Psychological Safety and Civility in the Workplace? | Ep 375

Creating a Safe and Productive Workplace: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelli…

Creating a Safe and …

Creating a Safe and Productive Workplace: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling ... The post How Can Leaders Foster Psychological Safety and Civility in the Workplace? | Ep 375 appeared first on Leadership Powered by Common Sense.

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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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