Do you need our help?

Together we can do it!

Your business has grown and you are feeling overwhelmed

You are stretched in too many directions

Your are not sure about how to take your business to the next level

You need help with planning

You need someone to talk to and bounce ideas off

You need someone to handle the day-to-day operations

What we do?

Leadership & Business Coaching

In our leadership and business coaching sessions, we delve deeply into your unique strengths, values, and skills, tailoring strategies to help you flourish as a leader. Together, we will map out effective pathways for you to achieve your aspirations and experience genuine success, satisfaction, and fulfillment in your professional journey.

Business Strategy & Management Support

We offer comprehensive business strategy and management support, acting as your dedicated business manager. This partnership allows you to concentrate fully on realizing your vision, while we handle essential aspects such as effective strategic planning, clear operational frameworks, people management, and project oversight. With our guidance, you can elevate your business performance and create a thriving work environment.

• effective strategic planning

• clear, focused operational planning

• people management

• project management

About Us

Debra McDermott, PhD, founded Uplyfted FZ-LLC after a successful career as a director in the higher education and training sector that spanned over two decades. Driven by a desire for greater flexibility and work-life balance, she sought a role that would allow her to continue to make a positive impact. With a strong foundation in the management of seven-figure businesses, and leading large, diverse teams, Debra brings a wealth of knowledge and real-life experience. Training as a career coach in 2008, she focused her doctoral research on identities and career transitions, equipping her with unique insights to help others navigate their professional journeys. Through Uplyfted, Debra aims to empower individuals to achieve their personal and professional aspirations, fostering growth and self-discovery in a supportive environment.

Debra currently divides her time between Dubai and Spain and enjoys being with her husband and small menagerie of rescued pets. She speaks Spanish fluently and slightly rusty French.

OUR VALUES

Transparency Integrity Collaboration Excellence Kindness

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