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Doug Thorpe, ACC,CMC,CEC,MBA
President & CEO at HeadwayExec, LLC
Richmond, TX, United States
Doug Thorpe brings 30 years’ experience from military, corporate and non-profit leadership roles. He has coached leaders in multiple industries and global locations. His passion for coaching started during his consulting years but grew in 2008 when he created a non-profit to help people in career transition. During the next five years, his organization served over 4,500 clients. Doug has senior executive leadership experience in all major sectors; the military, Fortune 500, entrepreneurial, and non-profit.
Doug provides executive coaching and business consulting services for executives and owners seeking fresh ideas for the development of C-suite talent, high potential leaders, and team development. Doug has created success as an entrepreneur, building several companies and non-profits. Doug’s clients realized significant cost savings, more effective operations, and higher profitability by utilizing his business and coaching expertise.
Available For: Advising, Consulting, Speaking Travels From: Houston, TX
We all understand trust is important in relationships, but how can managers actually do something to build trust with their teams? Let me show you how is an easy to understand 6-step framework that is actionable and effective.
Introducing the Big 5 Performance Model
Ditch the old, tired performance appraisal systems. Learn how Big 5 can build employee engagement, give feedback, and keep the team on the same page.
8 Warning Signs That Your Supervisor is Incompetent
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March 28, 2025
We have all had bad bosses, but how do we know if our supervisor is really a bad one? Here are 8 warnings signs that your boss can’t do the job, along with ideas about what a great supervisor should look like. 1. Never Has Time for You. Is your supervisor “too busy” to meet, […]
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Breaking Through the Invisible Wall
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March 25, 2025
In business, there is an invisible wall between good management and great leadership. You can break through that wall.
The post Breaking Through the Invisible Wall appeared first on Business Advisor and Executive Coach | Doug Thorpe.
Finding Your Anchor in a Sea of Uncertainty: Reclaiming Peace in a Chaotic World
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March 11, 2025
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 p
The Curious Mind: From Taking Things Apart to Building Business Dreams
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March 05, 2025
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 ti
Ways to Explore the Power of Your Mind’s Attention and Your Heart’s Affection
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February 26, 2025
As a leader, you have so mnay chocies to make. People, process, product and performance issues surround you. Making the best choice can be difficult. However, nothing can be more powerful than the exact moment you harness the power of your mind’s attention and your heart’s affection. Pr
The Shade We Cast: Leadership Beyond the Spotlight
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February 22, 2025
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 leade
SMART Goals 2.0: The Evolution of Strategic Goal Setting in Current Business Ownership
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February 19, 2025
In the dynamic landscape of business acquisition and entrepreneurship, the concept of SMART goals has evolved far beyond its original 1981 introduction. Today’s successful business leaders are reimagining this classic framework to meet contemporary challenges and opportunities. Let’s ex
Why I’m Not Letting My Business Journey Flop
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February 15, 2025
So I asked one of my younger clients to help me change the voice in my message. We talked a bit then decided she’d just do the damn thing in a full blown blog post. So here it goes…. Fr fr, starting your own business hits different. Like, one minute I’m grinding in my corporate [&
Stop Doing This! Why Knowing What NOT To Do is Key to Success
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February 03, 2025
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 mo
The Lost Art of Common Sense: Navigating the Data Deluge and Finding the Simple Path
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January 31, 2025
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
Michael stood at the edge of the cliff, watching the sun rise over the valley where he had once commanded troops. Ten years since he'd worn the uniform, yet the discipline remained in his spine and the strategic thinking in his mind.
The Path to Business Ownership: Real Talk for Real People
Linkedln
April 04, 2025
Remember that moment when you realized your best ideas were making someone else rich? Or when you calculated how many hours you’ve spent building someone else’s dream? If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone.
For many of us in our 30s, 40s, and 50s, there’s a growing realization that the traditional career path isn’t delivering what we hoped. Maybe you’ve hit that ceiling in your industry, or perhaps you’re seeking more control over your time and impact. You might be earning good money but wondering, “Is this really it for the next 20 years?”
The Hidden Emotional Journey: Trading Your Steady Paycheck for Entrepreneurial Freedom
Linkedln
April 03, 2025
That moment. Standing in your corner office, staring at the skyline through the window. Your name’s on the door, your salary’s comfortable, and your career path is crystal clear. Yet something deep inside whispers, “Is this really all there is?”
Or logging off from the 6th Zoom call of the day and wondering “where is this going?”
I’ve seen that look in hundreds of executives’ eyes and heard it in their voices. That mixture of yearning and fear, of dreams and doubts, of wanting more while feeling guilty for not being content with what they’ve already achieved. There are NO guarantees. But it’s hard to think about Trading Your Steady Paycheck for Entrepreneurial Freedom.
Why Leaders Need Leaders: The Power of Coaching for Business Success
Linkedln
June 01, 2024
Running a business or leading a team is a marathon, not a sprint. You wear many hats, face constant challenges, and strive to make impactful decisions that drive success. But even the most experienced leaders can benefit from a secret weapon: a leadership coach.
Trust at Work: Tactics and Tools for Building High Performing Teams
iSi HR Consulting & HeadwayExec, LLC
April 01, 2025
Trust plays such a big part in our lives. Relationships of all kinds are built on trust. Much has been written lately about ’psychological safety’ being a key factor in high-performing teams. Trust provides that sense of safety at work.
Yet business managers seldom work specifically to build trust with their employees. They rely on organic means to have trust happen. Then when work teams struggle to perform, managers seek different ways to solve the problem without turning to TRUST.
Trust at Work gives you a proven model for building the right environment for growing trust. This model has been around for decades. Leaders at corporate giants like ExxonMobil, UPS, and Coca-Cola have used it. But it has also been used by entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Now you can have access to this powerful, tangible, and practical process for building trust in your business.
The Uncommon Commodity: The Common Sense Guide for First Time Managers
Palmetto Publishing Group
April 01, 2025
Are you a new, first time manager? Or do you know someone who is? Making the move from being a single contributor at work to being the manager is possibly the biggest career shift anyone can make.
The job is no longer about “YOU” but is now about “THEM”. You face unending challenges figuring out how to become a successful leader without failing to deliver the work.
This book is a collection of many thought provoking stories, tips, anecdotes, and life hacks to help you grow as a manager. The lessons here even begin to build the bridge from being just the manager of your team to becoming a true leader of your business. Let me guide you on this journey for career growth, improved management, effectiveness, and personal satisfaction for the leader you want to become.
You Can’t Get to Better Until You Get to Different | Ep 376
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April 01, 2025
Unlocking Success Through Mindset: Insights from Dianna Kokoszka on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a ...
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How Can Leaders Foster Psychological Safety and Civility in the Workplace? | Ep 375
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March 27, 2025
Creating a Safe and Productive Workplace: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling ...
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Mastering Your Mind: The Key to Leadership Success
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March 25, 2025
Unlocking Leadership Potential: The Power of Mindset and Paradigms In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with guest Jeni ...
The post Mastering Your Mind: The Key to Leadership Success appeared first on Leade
The Future of Work: Adapting Leadership Styles for a New Generation | Ep 372
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March 18, 2025
Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Steve Cadigan In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe and guest Steve Cadigan delve ...
The post The Future of Work: Adapting Leadership Styles for a New Generation | Ep 372 appeared first
Breaking Free from Founderitis: A Path to Empowered Leadership | Ep 371
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March 13, 2025
Overcoming Founderitis: A Deep Dive into Effective Leadership for Business Growth In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with ...
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Unlocking the Secrets of Human Hacking for Effective Leadership | Ep 370
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March 11, 2025
Unlocking Leadership Potential Through Human Hacking: Insights from Chris Hadnagy In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the fascinating world of human ...
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Unlocking Your Leadership Potential: Insights for Mid-Career Professionals | Ep 369
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March 06, 2025
Navigating Mid-Career Pivots: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the intricacies of mid-career transitions ...
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From Information Overload to Clarity: Essential Skills for Modern Leaders | Ep 368
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March 04, 2025
Navigating Leadership and Decision-Making in Modern Business: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a ...
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Lead Like a General: Strategies for Bold Leadership | Ep 367
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February 27, 2025
Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from a Military Trailblazer In this episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Twanda (Tia) ...
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From Stress to Success: Mastering the Mind-Body Connection in Leadership | Ep 366
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February 25, 2025
Unlocking Effective Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Irene Riad In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Irene ...
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How Can Effective Leadership Transform Project Management Success? | Ep 365
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February 20, 2025
Mastering Project Management Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with ...
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Can Military Leadership Principles Transform Corporate Culture? | Ep 364
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February 18, 2025
Leadership Lessons from the Military: Insights for Corporate Success In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling discussion with Isabelle Fortin, ...
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Brain Glue: The Key to Making Your Brand Stick | Ep 363
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February 13, 2025
Unlocking the Power of Emotional Branding: Insights from James Bond on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages ...
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Building a Culture of Accountability: Lessons from a CEO’s Journey | Ep 362
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February 11, 2025
Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from Stephen Blue In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Steven Blue, ...
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Paradigm Shift: Viewing Organizations as Living Beings for Greater Effectiveness | Ep 361
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February 06, 2025
Leadership Dynamics: Embracing the Living Organization Framework In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with Norman Wolfe, an authority ...
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The Best Strategies for Implementing Effective Systems in Your Business | Ep 360
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February 04, 2025
Mastering Business Growth: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation with John ...
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From Startups to Scale-Ups: Mastering the Art of Leadership in the Age of AI | Ep 359
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January 30, 2025
Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” with Doug Thorpe and Heather Jerrehian In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug ...
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Contextual Leadership: The Secret Sauce for Team Success | Ep 358
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January 28, 2025
Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Navigating Leadership, Team Performance, and Organizational Culture In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling conversation ...
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The Best Practices for Hiring with Integrity and Intentionality | Ep 357
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January 23, 2025
Leadership Powered by Common Sense: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Dave MacDonald In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a thought-provoking conversation ...
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From Cash Flow to Core Values: Mastering the Essentials of Business Leadership | Ep 356
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January 21, 2025
Embracing Innovation, Failure, and Core Values in Leadership: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in ...
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How Can We Support Youth Mental Health in a Social Media World? | Ep 355
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January 16, 2025
Navigating Mental Health and Leadership: Insights from Doug Thorpe and Pat Broe In a compelling episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages with guest Pat Broe ...
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The Greatest Strategies for Thriving Amid Uncertainty in Business | Ep 354
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January 14, 2025
Navigating Uncertainty in Business: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a compelling discussion with ...
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Can Leaders Transform Their Teams by Embracing a Coaching Mindset? | Ep 353
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January 09, 2025
Embracing the Role of Leaders as Coaches: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a ...
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From Chaos to Clarity: How to Build a Strong Operational Foundation | Ep 352
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January 07, 2025
Mastering Business Operations: Insights from “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In the latest episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe delves into the critical role of operations ...
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The Greatest Challenge in Leadership: Aligning Values and Actions
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January 02, 2025
Leadership and Company Culture: Insights from Ken Wilcox on “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” In a recent episode of “Leadership Powered by Common Sense,” host Doug Thorpe engages in a ...
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The Phoenix's Path
The Path to Business Ownership: Real Talk for Real People
The Hidden Emotional Journey: Trading Your Steady Paycheck for Entrepreneurial Freedom
Why Leaders Need Leaders: The Power of Coaching for Business Success
Trust at Work: Tactics and Tools for Building High Performing Teams
The Uncommon Commodity: The Common Sense Guide for First Time Managers
Entrepreneurship through acquisition
