RAISE YOUR GAME
LEARN FROM THE MINDSET OF ELITE SPORTSPEOPLE

The book was written by Made Leaders founder Michael Duberry

The book is a reflection of much of Michael's knowledge, experience and work but in much greater depth.

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Here is a synopsis of the book

RAISE your Game The 5 Elite Qualities That Separate the Best from Everyone Else

Resilience • Adaptability • Integrity • Strengths • Excellence

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What if the mindset that creates world champions could transform all areas of your life.

Michael Duberry didn't just play professional football for 20 years; he studied what made the greats truly great. From marking Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo to winning European trophies alongside legends like Gianfranco Zola, he discovered that elite performance isn't just about talent. It's about five specific qualities anyone can develop.

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Inside, 15 elite sportspeople share their secrets:

• Steve Harmison – Ashes-winning cricketer on bouncing back from public failure

• Sally Gunnell – Olympic 400m hurdles champion on sustainable excellence

• Ian Poulter – Ryder Cup hero on thriving under extreme pressure

• Jamie Murray – 7-time Grand Slam champion on adapting to constant change

• Gianfranco Zola – Chelsea legend on the daily habits of greatness

• Darren Barker – IBF Boxing Champion on always being true to himself

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Plus insights from badminton World champion, Commonwealth boxing champion, Paralympic gold medallists, and more.

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Each chapter includes:

• Raw, honest stories from the pressure cooker of elite sport

• Practical coaching tools you can apply immediately

• The exact frameworks these athletes use to stay at the top

Whether you're building a business, advancing your career, raising a family, or pursuing any ambitious goal, this book shows you how to think, train, and perform like an elite athlete, without stepping foot on a pitch.

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Michael Duberry played 500+ professional matches for eight different football clubs, including Premier League football for Chelsea, Leeds United, and Reading. Now an elite performance coach, Michael helps driven individuals and ambitious teams to raise their game.

"Success leaves footprints. This book shows you exactly where to step."