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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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Managing “Up” The Organization or Fixing a Bad Boss

"Bosses who exhibit bad people skills or who fail at problem-solving do not deserve the title of “leader”. They might be the owner, founder, or boss, but Leader? No way." ...

The Power of Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

"You know how important it is to have a team that works well together. But did you know that emotional intelligence could be the key to unlocking your team’s full potential?" ...

How to Overcome Tough Circumstances

"Life can be full of bad situations. Those are temporary. Choosing to call yourself less-than or a ‘loser’ is a permanent solution to a very temporary circumstance." ...

10 Things I learned About Life and Business from a Single Mom

"My Mom was a remarkable woman, whose forward-thinking was well ahead of her time. Her unique collection of wit, grace, love, compassion, fire, and faith made me what I am today. Who is the person in your life who has made the biggest impression?" ...

Bubble-Wrapped Leaders?

"Bubble-wrapping insulates from all the things going on around us. Some leaders consciously choose to build walls to keep others away." ...

Building the Right Leadership Foundation

"Great leadership is made up of a mix of many different attributes. One size does not fit all. However, having the right mix, properly aligned can serve you well." ...

Understanding the New Normal for Leadership

"Being a leader is not necessarily about controlling everything. It’s also about delegating and assigning control, autonomy, or authority to others." ...