What Readers Are Saying

What sets this book apart is its clear commitment to action.

Rather than prescribing what a “good leader” should be, The Leader’s Edge empowers readers to discover their own leadership identity, one trait, one skill, and one action at a time.

I am inspired by the practicality and intention behind this book. It doesn’t overcomplicate leadership. Instead, it distills it into something deeply approachable, repeatable, and powerful. It reminds us that leadership is not about having all the answers — it’s about taking ownership, building trust, and leading forward with courage and connection.

Randy Upright, CEO Manpower Alberta

Practical Tools That Empower Teachers, Too

As a school principal, I found the framework in The Leader’s Edge both clear and adaptable.
It not only gave me a structured way to approach leadership challenges, but I was also able to share it with my teachers to support their growth as leaders in their classrooms.
Tools like the Communication Survey and applying the AER principle were practical, easy to use, and made a real difference in how our staff works together.

Barbara Harvey

Just Reading This Book Made Me a Better Leader.

As a seasoned learning and performance specialist and graduate of Great Traits’ Corporate Champions program, I thought I was doing the Great Traits team a favour by reviewing The Leader’s Edge. As it turns out, they did me the favour. This book cut through clutter and refocused my attention on the leadership traits that matter in today’s complex, ever-shifting world of work. With clear explanations, lived examples and practical tools, it’s a refreshingly succinct and relatable guide – an essential resource for emerging, new, and experienced leaders alike.

Chemène Sinson

Action- & Practice-Focused!

A much better method of gaining skills than just reading theory.

I’ve read my fair share of leadership books that are heavy on inspirational stories and light on actual “how-to.” They leave you feeling pumped up but with no real idea what to do differently on Monday morning. The Leader’s Edge is the complete opposite, and it’s exactly what I needed.

As someone looking to advance into a more significant leadership role, I don’t just want theory—I need a training plan. This book delivers exactly that. Debbie Muir, isn’t just a theorist; she’s an Olympic coach who has literally trained people for gold-medal performance. She built the Great Traits framework from real-world experience, and it shows.

This isn’t a book you read once. It’s a manual you keep on your desk and return to whenever you face a new challenge. If you’re tired of leadership clichés and are ready to practice and build real skills, The Leader’s Edge is your playbook. It has given me the confidence and the concrete tools to not just call myself a leader, but to actually lead.

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What sets this book apart is its clear commitment to action.

Rather than prescribing what a “good leader” should be, The Leader’s Edge empowers readers to discover their own leadership identity, one trait, one skill, and one action at a time.

I am inspired by the practicality and intention behind this book. It doesn’t overcomplicate leadership. Instead, it distills it into something deeply approachable, repeatable, and powerful. It reminds us that leadership is not about having all the answers — it’s about taking ownership, building trust, and leading forward with courage and connection.

The Leader’s Edge is a refreshingly succinct and relatable guide.

As a seasoned learning and performance specialist and graduate of Great Traits’ Corporate Champions program, I thought I was doing the Great Traits team a favour by reviewing The Leader’s Edge. As it turns out, they did me the favour.

This book cut through clutter and refocused my attention on the leadership traits that matter in today’s complex, ever-shifting world of work. With clear explanations, lived examples and practical tools, it’s a refreshingly succinct and relatable guide – an essential resource for emerging, new, and experienced leaders alike.

A Must-Have Framework for New Leaders

As a new manager, The Leader’s Edge has been a fantastic resource for leadership development. The framework helped me organize my thinking and gave me confidence in approaching my new role.

The practical tools, especially the communication survey, were eye-opening and gave me a clear way to improve both my self-awareness and my effectiveness with my team.

Practical Tools That Empower Teachers, Too

As a school principal, I found the framework in The Leader’s Edge both clear and adaptable.

It not only gave me a structured way to approach leadership challenges, but I was also able to share it with my teachers to support their growth as leaders in their classrooms.

Tools like the Communication Survey and applying the AER principle were practical, easy to use, and made a real difference in how our staff works together.

Action- & Practice-Focused!

I’ve read my fair share of leadership books that are heavy on inspirational stories and light on actual “how-to.” They leave you feeling pumped up but with no real idea what to do differently on Monday morning. The Leader’s Edge is the complete opposite, and it’s exactly what I needed.

As someone looking to advance into a more significant leadership role, I don’t just want theory—I need a training plan. This book delivers exactly that. Debbie Muir, isn’t just a theorist; she’s an Olympic coach who has literally trained people for gold-medal performance. She built the Great Traits framework from real-world experience, and it shows.

This isn’t a book you read once. It’s a manual you keep on your desk and return to whenever you face a new challenge. If you’re tired of leadership clichés and are ready to practice and build real skills, The Leader’s Edge is your playbook. It has given me the confidence and the concrete tools to not just call myself a leader, but to actually lead.