Young Creative Male and Female are Organizing a Mood Board on a Wall of Their Cool Office Loft. Pictures Represent Future Motion Video. Colleagues are Working and Discussing the Project. Sunny Day. ” data-medium-file=”https://i0.wp.com/dougthorpe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Get-the-Best-Out-of-People.jpg?fit=650%2C366&ssl=1″ data-large-file=”https://i0.wp.com/dougthorpe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Get-the-Best-Out-of-People.jpg?fit=800%2C450&ssl=1″ /> Leadership is often associated with being in charge, making decisions, and setting direction for a team or organization. However, […]

As a business owner, entrepreneur, or executive, investing in the development of your team is crucial for the success of your organization. Executive coaching is a popular method used to enhance leadership skills, boost productivity, and achieve personal and professional growth. But how do you measure the return on investment (ROI) of executive coaching or […]

Entrepreneur Peter Wasmer shares his insights on what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur and how to generate small business value through automation. Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash Starting a small business can be a daunting task, but with the right mindset and approach, it can be an incredibly rewarding experience. In this recent […]

Double exposure of elegant businessman and modern busines city with towers and skyscrapers ” data-medium-file=”https://i0.wp.com/dougthorpe.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/113275079_s.jpg?fit=650%2C390&ssl=1″ data-large-file=”https://i0.wp.com/dougthorpe.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/113275079_s.jpg?fit=800%2C480&ssl=1″ /> Being an effective leader is a constant challenge that requires daily dedication and self-reflection. As owners, entrepreneurs, and executives, we have to make tough decisions every day that can impact not only our businesses but also the people […]

In this interview, Sniukas shares his insights on what strategy really is and how companies can make better strategies. Photo by Dylan Gillis on Unsplash Strategy is a buzzword that is frequently used in the business world. However, as strategy advisor Marc Sniukas points out, many companies do something they call “strategy,” but it’s not really […]

Managing a business can be a rewarding but challenging task. Whether you’re an owner, entrepreneur, or executive, you understand the pressure that comes with keeping the company running smoothly. With this comes burnout, confusion, and stress that can affect not only you but also your team’s productivity and morale. That’s where business therapy comes in. […]

In this article, Ernie Martin, author and marketing communications expert, shares eight universal marketing principles that every entrepreneur must know to achieve this. In a recent KAJ Masterclass Live episode, Ernie Martin, author and marketing communications expert, shared his insights on how entrepreneurs and small business owners can make customers love their businesses. Martin is also […]

As an entrepreneur, launching and growing a business is one of the most challenging tasks you will ever tackle. While passion, grit, and sheer determination are all essential for success, they can only take you so far. That’s where business therapy comes in. A business coach can serve as your guide and sounding board, helping […]

It’s hard to believe you can run into a successful executive who is 180 off the mark on a certain topic. I once had a client company who was struggling with the aftermath of undergoing a rapid campaign of acquisitions. Eighteen months into post-merger activities they were hemorrhaging money. My job was to reassess certain […]

Learn how to motivate yourself out of inaction and keep going with Lauren St George, Founder of What’s Next, a one-of-a-kind program that helps people figure out their best next chapter Have you ever found yourself in a state of inaction, where you know you should be doing something but can’t seem to get yourself moving? […]