You’re ready for the next level.

Small shifts. Big clarity. Real leadership growth.

You’ve done the outer work. Now it’s time for the inner work.

You’ve built a career you’re proud of. You’ve led teams, delivered results, and navigated complexity. But lately, something feels... off.

Maybe you feel stretched too thin. Maybe your usual strategies aren’t working as well as they used to. Or maybe there’s something deeper waiting to emerge.

This isn’t about doing more. It’s about shifting how you lead.

Level Up Your Leadership is for leaders who are ready to feel more grounded, clear, and impactful. Through relatable stories, practical tools, and powerful mindset shifts, you’ll take the steps to reset how you lead from the inside out.

Pre-order now! Available Sept. 17, 2025.

  • "Stop trying to be perfect. Instead, be present and be curious. This book can guide the way."

    Michael Bungay Stanier, author of The Coaching Habit

Lead more consciously

Awareness transforms leadership. Shift how you show up—not just what you do—to build trust, strengthen connection, and navigate challenges with ease.

See resistance as a signpost, not a stop sign

Feeling stuck or reactive isn’t a flaw—it’s feedback. Approach resistance—in yourself or others—with curiosity to uncover fresh insights and move forward with clarity.

Step into the next version of you

You don’t need to overhaul your career to evolve. Make small, intentional shifts—in how you think, respond, and relate—to create momentum. When you level up, you inspire others to rise with you.

Key shifts that unlock growth

Inside Level Up Your Leadership

You’ll learn how to:

  • Shift from stuck to clear using proven practices

  • Build new habits that feel doable and sustainable

  • Lead yourself more effectively—to lead others with greater impact

  • Ask better questions and realign with what matters most

  • Expand your capacity without burning out

Whether you’re in a rut, seeking renewal, or simply looking for a better path forward, this book is your guide to becoming a more conscious, courageous, and resilient leader.

The Level Up Loop diagram: Essentials, Core Questions, Foundational Practices

  • "I've called Deborah my CEO Whisperer for many years. In this book, she offers a rare combination of practical wisdom and grounded insight, delivered with an engaging tone. She empowers leaders to unlock the clarity, courage, and resilience already within them, without needing to overhaul their lives or roles. If you're ready to excel as a leader, read her book."

    JESSICA ROLPH, cofounder and CEO, Lovevery

  • "In a time when many leaders are stretched thin, 'Level Up Your Leadership' offers a grounded and deeply human way forward. Deborah Naish invites readers to pause, reflect, and make powerful inner shifts, that unlock clarity, resilience, and impact. For anyone quietly wondering, 'Is there another way to lead?' – this shows a path forward.

    BRIAN JOHNSON, founder of Heroic and author of Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential

  • “This book comes at just the right time—when we collectively need a reminder of what generous and positive leadership looks like. This book is a treasure trove of tools, practices, and questions for showing up as a steady, wise, and adaptable leader. As you read, you’ll change your thinking and gain new approaches that have immediate benefit to you and your leadership.”

    TARA MOHR, author of Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create, and Lead goes here

  • “Deborah’s coaching and methods have empowered me to overcome self-imposed limitations and lead with greater joy, ease, and impact. I am deeply grateful for her guidance, which has profoundly strengthened my leadership and personal growth. I highly recommend Level Up Your Leadership to anyone aspiring to elevate their leadership skills and transform their personal and professional lives.”

    DANIELLE CROP, executive vice president of Digital Strategy and Partnerships at WNS Global Services; former chief data officer at American Express and Albertsons


  • "As I read this book, I was reminded how fortunate I am to work with Deborah as my executive coach. Her real-world common sense, yet deeply thoughtful style, will resonate with anyone who has ever been a leader. The opportunity to reflect and practice—in real time while reading Level Up Your Leadership—is truly a gift, especially for those of us who learn by doing."

    LISA ABBOTT, executive vice president and chief human resources officer, Boston Children’s Hospital

  • “Both the concepts and recommendations in Level Up Your Leadership are immediately applicable and not overly theoretical—which makes it such an accessible leadership companion. It’s a guide to transforming how we show up as leaders. We're wired to operate in ‘fast thinking’ mode—running on autopilot throughout the workday—and this book is both a reminder to pause and a roadmap for rewiring those patterns. It’s a must-read for anyone committed to their continued leadership development.”

    THOMAS KATAVIC, Head of Digital at Hoag Hospital

  • “As a coach, I hold mindset as a core pillar of meaningful growth, so discovering Deborah’s multidimensional approach was both affirming and deeply exciting. Her mindset continuum offers a brilliantly simple yet straightforward meta-tool—one that has not only enriched my own perspective but also becomes a powerful resource for my clients. This is just one example of the depth and value this book delivers—I’ll be recommending and gifting it to my clients and fellow coaches.”

    DEBORAH GOLDSTEIN, founder of DRIVEN Professionals

  • “This is more than a leadership book—it’s a ‘leadership gym’ with an extraordinary coach. Deborah’s ACA model (Awareness, Curiosity, Acceptance), Core Questions, and Foundational Practices helped me reflect on how I lead, where I get stuck, and how to grow. Her stories, engaging voice, and practical insights make the work feel doable and energizing. You’ll leave each chapter feeling stronger, clearer, and more inspired to lead from within.”

    RHONDA ST. CROIX, executive director, Learning and Connecting at Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

  • “This gem of a book is brimming with stories, strategies, and invitations to practice that enhance and elevate your leadership. A rich and accessible resource for leaders and leadership coaches, this is a book that will find a home on your desk. She invites you not just to read, but to engage with the Level Up model through reflection and practice. Level Up Your Leadership will definitely be a gift for my coaching clients and colleagues.”

    JOANNE BERGOS, M.Ed. PCC, professional leadership coach

  • “Deborah Naish offers clear, practical frameworks that spark curiosity, reframe complex challenges, and empower leaders to coach their teams toward greater success. This book is essential reading for all leaders, particularly those navigating changes or challenges.”

    IAN TOMLINSON, vice president, Product Development, Global Servicing, American Express

  • “Deborah Naish has captured elements of leadership that are often overlooked. Her words are delivered with simplicity, impact, and a valuable invitation to go beyond the ‘doing’ of leadership. She encourages and then shows us how to ‘be’ a leader. You will show up differently and get better results after reading her book and practicing the concepts—in both your work and personal life. I am recommending this book to my clients and coaching colleagues.”

    LYN T. CHRISTIAN, master certified coach, founder of SoulSalt, Inc., author of Soul Salt: Your Personal Field Guide to Confidence, Purpose, and Fulfillment

  • “Deborah doesn’t just coach; she illuminates in ways that feel safe and energizing. Level Up Your Leadership is filled with her powerful insights and tools—what I call ‘Deborah nuggets.’ Her potent truths consistently reshape my approach to leadership, relationships, and decision-making. I return to the pages regularly, hearing her voice: reminding, encouraging, challenging, and always rooting for my best self to rise. Her guidance has shaped how I cultivate culture, manage complexity, and navigate conflict with integrity.”

    CATHY GORDON, director, The Center for Youth Engagement of Wilshire Boulevard Templr

About Deborah

Deborah Naish is an award-winning executive coach and strategic thought partner who guides leaders to embrace growth, navigate change, and inspire others to thrive.

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