January 6th, 2025 Uncategorized
The well-being of leaders can have a significant impact on the service delivery within organizations. As a leader, while having responsibility for other’s wellbeing, it can be very easy to forget about yourself. Long hours, skipping meals, and neglecting exercise to meet the goal can take a toll on general mental well-being. Similar to the […]
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December 23rd, 2024 Doug Thorpe
I hear a lot these days about leaders needing to be more empathetic. As noble as that may sound, empathy alone can get you in trouble. Kim Ades was a recent guest on my podcast, “Leadership Powered by Common Sense.” She spoke about the risk of being empathetic as a leader if empathy is all […]
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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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December 13th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
Here is the scenario: life throws you a curve ball. Things don’t go your way. You suffer an embarrassing moment in front of colleagues, your spouse or your kids. What are your responses? Yes, I believe there are more than one. I mean responses that are immediate, near term, long term and for life. How […]
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December 10th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
Dear Tribe,Interesting articles are something people love to get and I love to give. Here is one I think you will enjoy. This note came from a coaching colleague of mine. It asks a key question about behavioral change and gives an intuitive way to explain the leadership growth process to executives. Enjoy! Doug […]
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November 27th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
In the fast-paced world of business acquisitions and leadership transitions, we often focus intensely on metrics, strategies, and bottom lines. However, there’s a powerful force that successful leaders harness that doesn’t appear on any balance sheet: gratitude. At HeadwayExec, we’ve witnessed firsthand how the practice of genuine appreciation transforms not just companies, but entire business […]
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November 26th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
The modern workplace is evolving at an unprecedented rate, with the rise of hybrid work models as the new norm. In this fast-changing environment, businesses are struggling to meet the needs of a new generation of workers—Gen Z. Unlike the previous generations, Gen Z employees demand more than just a paycheck; they seek authenticity, flexibility, […]
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November 11th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
The other day I felt curious and decided to ask ChatGPT a question. I asked “What do you think people ages 30-40 are concerned about most these days?” After all, this is a demographic I do a lot of work with. ChatGPT Responded with….. People in the 30-40 age range are at an interesting crossroads […]
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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 28th, 2024 Doug Thorpe
Leadership, like many other human endeavors, is a complex blend of art and science. While the scientific aspect involves structured processes, data-driven decision-making, and strategic planning, the artistic side encompasses creativity, intuition, and the ability to inspire and motivate. To be an effective leader, one must master both dimensions and strike a delicate balance between […]
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