March 11th, 2025 Doug Thorpe
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 […]
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March 5th, 2025 Doug Thorpe
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, […]
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February 22nd, 2025 Doug Thorpe
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, […]
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February 3rd, 2025 Doug Thorpe
Intro We’re constantly bombarded with advice on what to do to achieve our goals. Learn this skill! Read that book! Implement this strategy! While action is crucial, what about the flip side? Often, knowing what not to do, and more importantly, stopping certain behaviors, is just as, if not more, important for success. Think about […]
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January 31st, 2025 Doug Thorpe
We live in the age of data. A world where every click, every purchase, every interaction leaves a digital footprint. This deluge of information promises to illuminate the path to perfect decision-making. And while data can be a powerful tool, it’s also creating a new kind of problem: decision paralysis. We’re drowning in data, yet […]
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December 18th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
In an increasingly competitive job market, staying ahead often requires a proactive approach to skill development and education. Pursuing an online degree has emerged as a flexible and cost-effective solution for professionals looking to elevate their careers., but is it truly worth it? Let’s explore the reasons why an online degree could be the career […]
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December 17th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
You find yourself at the beginning of the year and it’s time to set your New Year’s Resolutions. STOP. Dump the resolutions this year. Why? They just flat out don’t work. They set you up for failure. 25% of them don’t even last a week! Up to 80% are toast by February. Less than 10% […]
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December 16th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
Introduction The service industry is often fast paced, with new clients always emerging on the scene, sometimes in a blink of an eye. When you choose to build your business in the service industry, you must be ready to meet all client demands, however over a long period of time this can take a toll […]
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November 7th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
Leadership is a journey, not a destination. It’s a continuous process of self-improvement and inspiring others. Here are 10 principles to guide you on your leadership path: 1. Build Your Team and Make Them Great A strong team is the backbone of any successful organization. Invest time in building a team of talented individuals who […]
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October 5th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
With so many of us confined to limited movement during the coronavirus pandemic, I’ve been touching base (OK touching is a bad word) with colleagues, clients and close friends. The gist of the discussions have to do with “what do we do now?” An old title from my archives came to mind. I thought I’d […]
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