Debra Bruce Biography
Before becoming an executive coach, Debra practiced law
for 18 years in firms ranging from from a prestigious international mega-firm to her own entrepreneurial firm. She specialized in business transactions, but on occasion acted as consultant to or assisted trial attorneys.
Over the years, Debra’s interest in practicing law waned.
Finally she made a courageous Leap of
Faith to follow her heart elsewhere. Her desire to share her
experience and encourage others to live a life they love ultimately led
her to a new career in executive coaching.
Today through coaching, writing, and conducting workshops,
Debra helps her clients create fulfillment and success in their careers,
businesses, relationships and lives. Her lengthy legal career gives her a
special understanding of the unique issues that confront lawyers. Although
she specializes in coaching lawyers, her clients come from other fields,
as well. They are located across North America in places like Houston, Seattle, Dallas, Los
Angeles, Austin, Washington, D.C., and Toronto.
Testimonials from Lawyers Debra has Coached
Having an independent assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of my current client development efforts was invaluable. Secondly, haveing periodic, regularly scheduled appointments to discuss my progress motivated me to keep marketing a high priority regardless of how busy I was and made me more consistent in my marketing effort. Finally, Debra's encouragement and affirmation that I was doing the right things in my marketing effort gave me confidence that my efforts will have long term positive results, even if immediate results do not occur.
T.E.
Litigator
Raleigh, N.C.
Debra's calls provided for accountability. Debra made a list of marketing "to dos" and we went over that list during each call. The program provides structure and focus to my marketing efforts. It helped me eliminate the ad hoc nature of my marketing efforst and encouraged planning and thought before jumping into an event, conference or client meeting.
In addition, I have appreciated Debra as a sounding board for marketing ideas. She always provided thoughtful responses to my questions.
Thanks again for your help.
M. D.
Corporate & Securities Lawyer
Winston-Salem, N.C.
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B.S. in Psychology (summa cum laude) University of Houston
J. D. (with Honors)
University of Texas School of Law
Order of the Coif; Texas Law Review
Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC)
Professional Certified Coach (PCC),
International Coach Federation Past Co-Leader, Houston ICF Chapter
Board Member, Renaissance Lawyer Society
Chair, Law Practice Management Section of Houston Bar Association
Vice-Chair, Law Practice Management Committee, State Bar of Texas
Member, Texas Bar, Houston Bar Association, American Bar Association,
College of the State Bar
Monthly Columnist for The Practice Manager, published by the State Bar of Texas
Practiced Corporate & Securities Law
for 18 Years
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