In this episode, I'm joined by Doug Thorpe — executive coach, Army veteran, and host of Leadership Powered by Common Sense — to explore what it takes to lead in a rapidly changing world. From military discipline to executive boardrooms, Doug shares his journey and insights from coaching over 1,000 leaders.

We talk burnout, generational disconnect, outdated leadership models, and how self-awareness and adaptability are now non-negotiables. Doug also introduces us to his “Why Operating System” — a powerful framework for discovering purpose, improving communication, and unlocking your leadership potential.

📌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
0:00 – Welcome + Doug’s background
1:00 – From Army officer to leadership coach
6:00 – Passion over planning: how careers unfold
7:00 – Burnout and the post-COVID leadership crisis
9:00 – Why traditional leadership methods no longer work
11:00 – Unlearning outdated patterns
13:00 – Leadership framework & the golf club analogy
18:00 – Managing 5 generations in the workplace
21:00 – Mentorship, asking for help & generational differences
28:00 – Conscious evolution & business
31:00 – The “Why Operating System” explained
40:00 – Flexible, human-centered leadership
45:00 – Final thoughts + where to connect with Doug

| Connect with Doug |🌐 Website: https://www.dougthorpe.com🎯 Take the Why Assessment: https://www.dougthorpe.com/why🎧 Podcast: Leadership Powered by Common Sense🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougthorpe

| Connect with Joe |

Website: https://www.joegarner.net/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garnation/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChangingTheChannel

Substack: https://joegarner.substack.com/

My Community: https://www.skool.com/the-flow-forum-4465

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-garner-8425642b/

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