Doug Thorpe
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With 25+ years in executive leadership, Doug is a been-there-done-that kind of leader. He has senior management experience in all major sectors; the military, Fortune 500, entrepreneurial, and non-profit. He has also enjoyed success as an entrepreneur, building several companies and non-profits. Doug’s clients realized significant cost savings, more effective operations, and higher profitability by using his business expertise. Doug provides executive coaching and business consulting services for executives and owners seeking fresh ideas for development of C-suite talent, high potential leaders, and team development. His firm is Headway Executive Coaching. Doug is the author of The Uncommon Commodity.
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Breaking the Chains of Your Leadership Paradigms: A Comprehensive Guide to Enhanced Decision-Making
"Your leadership paradigms are more than just perspectives – they’re the architectural framework of your decision-making process." ...
Leaders: Compassion vs Empathy?
"Compassionate leadership, however, can lead to a more supportive and caring workplace culture, which can increase employee loyalty, reduce turnover, and improve overall team morale." ...
The Leap from Corporate to Entrepreneurial: A Guide to Navigating the Risks and Rewards
"The decision to leave a corporate job and venture into entrepreneurship is a significant one. While the risks are real, the potential rewards can be substantial." ...
Change and Progress, Are They Twins?
"What change initiative has your company gone through recently? Or were you the one directing it?" ...
Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
"Life isn’t a series of isolated moments. It’s a beautiful tapestry woven from the threads of our past, present, and future." ...
Lessons in Leadership: Soaring with The Winds of Life
"It is the skill and grace with which we handle life’s crosswinds that determines our ultimate success. Failure to recognize and manage a crosswind can cause certain disaster." ...
Ditch the Emerald City: Why True Leaders Step Out from the Curtain
"True leaders understand that inspiration stems from visibility, trust from approachability, and connection from relatability." ...
The Tyranny of Perfection: Why Striving for 100% Can Cost You More Than It’s Worth
"The world needs your unique contributions, not a never-ending quest for an unattainable ideal." ...
Leading the Charge: Action vs. Reaction in Leadership Directives
"When a leader starts with “why” before outlining the “what,” they tap into several powerful psychological mechanisms that can have a significant impact on team motivation, engagement, and performance." ...
Top 10 Critical Competencies of Great Leaders
"Leaders are necessary in any organization. Great leaders share common characteristics that you can develop in yourself." ...