What services does Doug Thorpe offer?

Doug Thorpe offers executive coaching, business advisory services, leadership development programs, team performance optimization, and management training for business owners and company managers. His coaching focuses on helping leaders build better teams and create a culture of trust.

What is Big 5 Performance?

Bug 5 Performance is a SaaS based solution to help companies align employee priorities and give routine feedback; suitable for replacing annual performance reviews.

What is the The Edge Blueprint?

The Edge Blueprint is Doug's 4-part framework that helps business owners tackle issues with People, Processes, Products, and Performance. By mastering all four components, you can build a great business with sustainable growth and profitability.

Does Doug Thorpe work with companies of all sizes?

Yes, Doug works with businesses of all sizes. His clients range from large corporations like ExxonMobil, Coca-Cola, and Bank of America to small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to grow their companies.

How can I schedule a consultation with Doug Thorpe?

You can schedule a free 15-minute discovery call with Doug by visiting the contact page on his website or emailing doug@headwayexec.com. This initial consultation helps determine how his coaching services can best meet your specific business needs.

What industries does Doug have experience in?

Doug has extensive experience across multiple industries. He spent over 20 years in banking and finance, founded several businesses, and has worked with clients in manufacturing, retail, professional services, healthcare, and non-profit sectors.

What is Doug's coaching approach?

Doug's coaching approach focuses on developing authentic leadership skills, building high-performing teams, and creating sustainable business growth. He believes in providing practical tools and frameworks that help leaders navigate challenges and achieve meaningful results.

Does Doug offer a guarantee?

Yes, for qualifying business owners, Doug offers a performance guarantee of a 20% increase in bottom line within the first 12 months of working together, or your money back. Specific qualifying conditions apply, which can be discussed during your initial consultation.

Personal Growth: Making It Stick

We’ve all been there before; a seminar, a speaker, or a program. WOW what a message! I believe that. I want to do that. That’s it! I’m going to use this to make some big changes and do big things.

Then we go home and life resumes. We let ‘normal’ get in the way. Old habits and old routines return. No change.

If you want to take your life or your work to a new level, you have to make some changes. Yes, we all hate change, right? Get over it.

The great Mark Twain quipped:

[shareable cite=”Mark Twain”]True education comes when we unlearn things.[/shareable]

To unlearn things, you do need those outside influences; carefully selected opportunities for growth. In adult life, it is not always easy to find the right opportunities.

No, that’s not true. See I tricked you there. Opportunities are EVERYWHERE. You’re just not tuned in right. Old patterns of thinking is what puts us on a track for sameness, no change. Change starts with changing your thinking.

Making It Stick

In order to make lasting change happen, we need to stay close to the fire. Whatever that influence was that inspired you to make some changes, you need to stay close to that fire. Program, book, person, whatever. Stay with it. Repeat it. Dig deeper.

Use the initial inspiration of the idea to take another step. Then another. Then another.

Find same-as ideas to expand the thinking. Authors who write about leadership growth often cite their sources. Explore those references too. Expand your library. Remember, changing your thinking drives change. Let’s face it. When you find truly great motivators, teachers, and mentors, it is very likely they “grew up” their capacity by following other people first.

Every great leader I have ever known is quick to acknowledge an influence by some other great person who took the time to teach and mentor; significant influence.

Inspiration

If you want to find your next idea for growth, ask people around you the right questions. How did they learn? Who was their inspiration? Who mentored them?

From this you will see the pattern emerge; sources of great information to excite your growth.

If you are looking for ways to achieve personal and professional growth, call me to arrange a free consultation.

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[reminder]When was the last time you invested in making a big change in your life or your career?[/reminder]

Doug Thorpe

Doug Thorpe is an executive coach and trusted advisor to CEOs and business leaders. As host of the podcast Leadership Powered by Common Sense, he shares practical insights on decision-making, team development, and organizational growth. Doug’s approach is grounded in servant leadership—helping leaders succeed by empowering the people they serve.

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