Welcome to "LEADERS ON THE EDGE", where we cut through the BS and address the endless challenges keeping leaders teetering on the EDGE … as they navigate high-stress, high-stakes and high-expectations. I’m Deborah Dubree. By trade and training, I am an Elite Performance Expert and Strategist. With only a high school diploma, I catapulted my own career from answering phones as a receptionist to become the Owner/CEO of a $20 million corporation. After selling the corporation, I launched ClearEDGE, with a focus on high performance. I have the good fortune to consult and train global business leaders and their teams, along with professional athletes and entertainers, in nine countries and over four continents. Author of: AVERAGE IS AN ADDICTION, From Mediocre to Millions!
In the 9th episode of “LEADERS ON THE EDGE” Podcast with host Deborah Dubree has a lively discussion about the “non-negotiables” needed to become a seven time INC. 5000 recipient. - What are the must qualities and traits a team member needs to exude? - Did the candidate who brought his grandmother to the interview get the job? - When information is withheld from your team, for all the right reasons, does that help or hinder results? The answers will surprise you! Featured guest: Jennifer Schrader, President, COO & Co-Founder of Caliber Website: https://www.caliberco.com Caliber Talent Department: https://www.caliberco.com/contact/ Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/jennifer-schrader Instagram: https://instagram.com/jennifer__schrader/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CaliberCo Facebook: https://facebook.com/jenniferschrader0 AFTER THOUGHTS and INSIGHTS - Not Everyone is a Leader by Nature - Information Equals Power and Safety - Alternate Perspectives = Alternate Solutions Leaders On The Edge Links: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Stitcher Podcasts Deezer Podcasts Facebook Twitter: @Deborah_Dubree Instagram LinkedIn Show Website Show Email for Questions or Comments: info@DeborahDubree.com
In the 8th episode of the “LEADERS ON THE EDGE” Podcast with host Deborah Dubree. Leaders want performance and results. Employees want to been seen, heard and know that they matter. The gap is getting wider and more frustrating. SOMEONE needs to take responsibility … but who? Host Deborah Dubree sits down with Angelique Rewers (CEO & Founder of Bold Haus) to discuss the broadening gap between organizational leadership and their team. Plus, what can be done to develop, educate and deliver a team that is self-sufficient and fully empowered. In addition to being named an Enterprising Woman of the Year by Enterprising Women Magazine. Angelique has been featured by Entrepreneur, ABC, Business Insider, NBC, Huffington Post, Forbes, Inc., Lucky, Washington Post, CBS. As a sought-after speaker, she has shared stages with superstars like Hollywood's Steve Harvey, Shark Tank's Daymond John, bestselling author Seth Godin, and NFL Super Bowl Champion Jamal Lewis. Featured guest: Angelique Rewers, CEO and Founder of Bold Haus Website: https://boldhaus.com Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/angeliquerewers Instagram: https://instagram.com/angeliquerewers/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/angelique.l.rewers Leaders On The Edge Links: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Stitcher Podcasts Deezer Podcasts Facebook Twitter: @Deborah_Dubree Instagram LinkedIn Show Website Show Email for Questions or Comments: info@DeborahDubree.com
Show Notes: Just how does an INC. 5000 honoree for 6 consecutive years - continue to build wealth for accredited investors both during and post-Covid? It's definitely not by reading tea leaves or hiding in a corner waiting for things to calm down! Host Deborah @DeborahDubree sits down with Chris Loeffler (CEO & Co-Founder of Caliber) to discuss the raw and real truth about leading a company through these unusual and challenging times. Leading with true transparency through crisis management, evolving forms of communication, loneliness at all levels, disconnect, power dynamics, and more. Featured Guest: Chris Loeffler, CEO & Co-Founder of Caliber - Website: https://www.caliberco.com - https://Linkedin.com/in/chrisloeffler/ - https://Instagram.com/cloff2015 - https://Twitter.com/chrisloefflerll - https://Facebook.com/chrisloef Leaders On The Edge Links: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Stitcher Podcasts Deezer Podcasts Facebook Twitter: @Deborah_Dubree Instagram LinkedIn Show Website Show Email for Questions or Comments: info@DeborahDubree.com
In episode 6 of this Hijacked Episode of LEADERS ON THE EDGE with Deborah Dubree is a high-energy discussion about the high-stakes that corporate leaders are facing in the 21st Century. Our Hijacker Host Amanda Mitchell, founder of Our Corporate Life, asks Deborah the tough questions about the changes leaders must make for their organization to develop its Competitive EDGE. Grab your paper and pencil and get ready to take notes! CONTACT INFORMATION for Amanda Mitchell - Website: https://ourcorporatelife.com - Twitter: https://twitter.com/OurCorpLife - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandalmitchell Leaders On The Edge Links: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Stitcher Podcasts Deezer Podcasts Facebook Twitter: @Deborah_Dubree Instagram LinkedIn Show Website Show Email for Questions or Comments: info@DeborahDubree.com
In this episode #5 of the “LEADERS ON THE EDGE” Podcast with host Deborah Dubree. Guest Kerina M. Graham "I met and connected with people from 69 different countries. Many still remain my friends." During the 500-mile El Camino hiking trek across Spain, Kerina discovered the name of her business, El Camino Wealth, which means, “the way”. You get to fill in the blank. The way to wealth, to happiness, to health or to your greatest dreams coming true. Owner of El Camino Wealth. 15-years as Financial Advisor and 29 years in the world of finance. One week before graduating college, Kerina was hired by a financial institution. After 22 years with the same company she took a leap of faith and went out on her own. With a passion for educating, mentoring and helping others plan for and meet their financial goals, Kerina also has a passion for travel and hiking. She loves having new and exciting experiences. Learn exactly how pushing yourself to the ultimate limit and then going farther can and will influence your thinking and your life choices. Discover how childhood memories of sitting on her father's lap as he read the newspaper influenced Kerina's future. Her dad introduced her to the world of finance and exposed Kerina to the power of investing. And, that a handshake is your word! Why is Kerina's hair pink? Listen in to hear how she has become a walking, talking billboard for Breast Cancer Awareness. CONTACT INFORMATION Office Phone: (480) 719-2057 Email: Kerina@ElCaminoWM.com Website: https://www.elcaminowm.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerinamgraham/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElCaminoWM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElCaminoWM AFTER THOUGHTS & INSIGHTS 3 powerful take-aways in 3 min. or less In this episode with my guest Kerina Graham – we learned. your Professional Life Choices - Early Childhood Influence on Big strong powerful man – Kerina's dad Always making the right decisions Treating people with respect Handshake is your word! Introduced to World of Finance … and investing in your future Pushing Yourself to the Ultimate Limit … and then Go FARTHER! El Camino trek of 500 miles across Spain Neck injury – unaware of – later needed surgery Couldn't carry the weight alone anymore Had to Ask for Help … Lighten the load Find a Way … and reset her daily goal El Camino – “the way” You choose the 3rd CONNECTION: Not about YOUR Story … It's about Listening to the Story of Others Each night on this 500 mile El Camino hike Wrote in her journal the story of other People from 69 different countries Some who she still is friends with today Leaders On The Edge Links: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Stitcher Podcasts Deezer Podcasts Facebook Twitter: @Deborah_Dubree Instagram LinkedIn Show Website Show Email for Questions or Comments: info@DeborahDubree.com
FIND YOUR VOICE and YOUR POWER On Episode #4 of “LEADERS ON THE EDGE” Podcast, host Deborah Dubree is joined by her guest Jane M Powers - who is known for her practical, down-to-earth style. Jane's fusion of savvy conversational techniques and real-life stories allows her to connect with her audience on an intensely intimate level. For over 25 years Jane has been stepping into the spotlight with a signature talk moving people to action to make more money, have more fun, and most of all - make a difference. Listen as Jane shares stories of her childhood, talks about being raised in a family that was financially well-off, yet emotionally broke. And if that isn't enough, she experienced more than most do in a lifetime. From her own "interesting" family trauma of being sexually abused, having a mother who suffered from alcoholism, plus drug addiction. Her father is unaware of the circumstances. Plus, her mother died when Jane was young. Moving into adulthood Jane worked in the prisons, drug & alcohol treatment centers, to counsel survivors of sexual abuse. It was a way to help heal herself while helping others. Taking all of her experiences and teachings, in Jane's newest book, Revealing the Missing Peace, she shares the way to shortcut the healing process for those who have experienced any level of trauma in their life. Listen in as Jane reveals how the inner anger and frustration she felt growing up, would get triggered and flare up when she was playing hockey. It was a “kill or be killed” feeling that caused Jane to lash out at other players. Her brain tells her to, “do whatever it takes” to survive. Then, she would sit in her car in tears, regretting that she couldn't control her anger. Discover how Jane learned to work through her dysfunctional past, to become the powerhouse she is today. She knows how to turn a mess into a message and a message into money! “You cannot wait to be healed to take charge of your life.” Jane M Powers During her process of healing, Jane discovered, “When you find your voice and you find your power! Today, Jane's straightforward, big-hearted style guides thousands to prosper with her “Speak and Sell Formula". With decades of successful speaking and coaching, and perhaps most important of all – real-life experience founding and running multi-million dollar businesses, Jane appreciates that success is truly about the power of your message. CONNECT with Jane Website: JaneMPowers.com FB-Personal: https://www.facebook.com/jmpowersu FB-Business: https://www.facebook.com/JaneMPowers/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janempowers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janempowers/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JanempowersYOU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JaneMPowersU Jane's BOOKS REVEALING the MISSING Peace Amazon SPEAK with Confidence, SELL with Authority Amazon AFTERTHOUGHTS & INSIGHTS In this episode with my guest Jane M Powers – we learned 1. “You cannot wait to be healed to take charge of your life.” - Compartmentalizing - Blurring the lines between past and present – steals your power. 2. Find your voice. - Speak your truth! Stand in that Truth - When you find your voice and you find your power! - YOU can turn a mess into a message and a message into money! - I didn't do something well, right or get it done yet and I'd panic. / finding peace - Stress, with the adrenaline rush, became my “get out of bed” alarm clock! 3. Use your VOICE to CONDITION yourself – into Beliefs YOU Choose: - I am committed to being a better person in the world. - I am committed to loving greater. - I am committed to receiving even more and loving myself. Leaders On The Edge Links: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leaders-on-the-edge-with-deborah-dubree/id1582648775 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9sM2FkLTRmdW4ubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiQqeXj9PnyAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/50siVyEO4UXL5jWAwjJd3n Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/leaders-on-the-edge-with-deborah-dubree Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/2918712 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeborahDubree Twitter: @Deborah_Dubree Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deborahdubree/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahdubree/ Show Website: https://DeborahDubree.com Show Email for Questions or Comments: info @ DeborahDubree.com
In this Episode #3 of “LEADERS ON THE EDGE” Podcast with host Deborah Dubree, as her guest, Kim Coates shares how a life-threatening surgery led to a life-altering decision. Learn how that decision catapulted her personal and professional life. This episode explores the effect of a life-threatening surgery and the decisions that came after. With two surgically inserted steel bars in her chest, Kim found a way. Website: https://localfiseo.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/localfi-local-digital-marketing Instagram: @localfi.llc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/localfimarketing Leaders On The Edge with Deborah Dubree Links: - Apple Podcasts - Google Podcasts - Spotify Podcasts - Stitcher Podcasts - Deezer Facebook Twitter: @Deborah_Dubree Instagram LinkedIn Show Website: Leaders On The Edge Podcast Show Email for Questions or Comments: info@DeborahDubree.com
In this Episode #2 of the “LEADERS ON THE EDGE” Podcast with host Deborah Dubree, she speaks with Kimber Leigh, who is the CEO and Founder of Changing Habits Institute. Kimber is also a 2-time bestselling author, as well as an actress, CEO Coach, professional speaker, and Producer/Director with an amazing client list. With all that Kimber has accomplished, it can be difficult to reconcile with her very personal story of childhood sexual and physical abuse. As she describes, she seemed to bounce from dysfunction to dysfunction. The discussion that follows, between Deborah and Kimber, is one of vulnerability, choice, and strength. They share how their very different tales of trauma and drama have become a gift that was a driving factor in who they are today and the success each has achieved. Listen to find out why Kimber titled her book, Greta Gar-Bitch. Discover the profound moment that changed the trajectory of a little girl's life, as she cried out to God, “Take me or take my mother, but one of us has got to go!” You see, Kimber was beaten nightly by a horrific mother who had a disease-causing her to be a raging alcoholic. Revealing the aftermath from her “Lightning Bolt” moment, Deborah shares how the accidental death of her 16-year-old brother when she was 12 years old, unknowingly affected her adult decisions. These included unconscious stories of stay in control, don't have too much fun and don't feel too much. Once uncovered, she regained her clarity and confidence to make powerful and bold choices. Both Kimber and Deborah agree that their professional clients, no matter what level of success they've achieved, are insecure. It's just a matter of, to what degree? It's part of being human. Kimber helps you increase pride, professionalism, profits by moving top salespeople to the next level by getting self and staff back to new enthusiasm. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CT7kG9_pCWB/ Twitter https://twitter.com/kimberaleigh1 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kimberaleigh Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberaleigh Website https://kimberaleigh.com Email kimberaleigh@mac.com AFTERTHOUGHTS & INSIGHTS VULNERABILITY > CHOICE > STRENGTH THE GIFT FROM TRAUMA & DRAMA MANAGE YOUR ‘SELF' FIRST Leaders On The Edge with Deborah Dubree Links: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Stitcher Deezer Facebook Page Twitter: @Deborah_Dubree Instagram LinkedIn Show Website: https://leadersontheedge.com Show Email for Questions or Comments: info@DeborahDubree.com
In this Premiere episode of the “LEADERS ON THE EDGE” Podcast with host Deborah Dubree, she speaks with former NFL and MLB Pro Athlete, Author, Motivational Speaker, and Radio Show host Edward “EZ” Smith. Ed and Deborah discuss his extraordinary life through the challenges of high-level performance and learning how to tune out what other people think, focusing on his goals, working hard, and taking your best shot at everything you choose to accomplish. He also discusses his experience with the legendary Michael Jordan, along with the inspiration and comradery they shared during their time playing professional baseball on opposing teams. Two days after graduating from High School, Ed was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 7th round and began the quest to accomplish his childhood dream of playing Major League Baseball. After traveling the winding road of minor league baseball for nine years. Ed came to a crossroads in his life – the love he had for baseball had been replaced by the cruel reality of the business. Overcoming incredible odds, Ed pursued Pro football as a second career. His transformation from a 9-year baseball veteran to a tight end in the NFL was accomplished by a level of perseverance and dedication rarely seen. One of the rewards for all the hard work, an appearance in Super Bowl XXXIII as a member of the 1998 NFC Champions - The Atlanta Falcons. Today Ed lives in Peoria, Arizona. His autobiography, EZ Does It: The Journey of a Lifetime was published in 2005. He travels the country as a Motivational Speaker, hosts his Sports Talk Radio show (EZ Sports Talk on NBC Sports Radio KDUS 1060AM – Phoenix), along co-hosts Javon Adams. www.nbcsports1060.com/ez-sports-talk/ - NBC Sports Radio www.nbcsports1060.com/listen-live.com - Live every Sat at 10 am to Noon AZ Time Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/edwardsmithspeaks/ Twitter: twitter.com/edsmithspeaks Instagram: instagram.com/theezsportstalkshow/ Website: edsmithspeaks.com Leaders On The Edge Links: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Stitcher Podcasts Deezer Podcasts Facebook Twitter: @Deborah_Dubree Instagram LinkedIn Show Website Show Email for Questions or Comments: info@DeborahDubree.com
LEADERS ON THE EDGE: Welcome! with Deborah Dubree Everyday leaders stand “On the EDGE” of choice. You can play it safe or leap through fear and uncertainty – where human potential is unleashed and dreams are achieved. Listen and learn during provocative conversations with extraordinary individuals from business, professional sports, and entertainment. Grow from the summary of takeaways you can immediately implement. First full episode: 14-Sept-21 Visit Leaders On The Edge Website