Skin in The Game with Debbie Go

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Skin in The Game with Debbie Go

Skin in The Game invites you into the world of business and personal transformation, where host Debbie Go uncovers how successful leaders navigate their most challenging decisions and put everything on the line. Finally, a business podcast that moves beyond surface-level advice to deliver actionable insights through real stories of risk, resilience, and bold decisions that paid off.Whether you're scaling a startup, advancing your career, or planning your next venture, these conversations equip you with battle-tested wisdom and practical strategies for success. Join Debbie Go to learn how today's most successful leaders turn challenges into opportunities – and get ready to put your own skin in the game.Connect with Debbie:🌐 Website💼 LinkedIn▶️ YouTube

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    Healing Families, Not Just Kids I Skin in the Game with Dr. New Sang

    🩺 “Being a doctor isn't just about getting the antibiotic right; it's about healing patients emotionally as well as physically.” – Dr. New Sang, CEO & President of Sang Medical Corp & Sang Pediatrics.In this candid conversation on #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo, I sit down with pediatrician, CEO, and philanthropist Dr. New Sang to explore a side of medicine rarely taught in medical school: the emotional and generational layers of pediatric care. From leaving a tight-knit island community on Kauai, Hawaii to build his practice in Fresno, to braving public anti-science sentiment during the pandemic, Dr. Sang shares what it truly means to have skin in the game. We unpack: 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Why pediatrics is really about treating the whole family—across generations🧠 How he turned 1-star reviews into a year-long mission to address parental anxiety 💡 The science-backed strategies from his new book, Relieving Parental Anxiety: Perspectives from a Pediatrician, to heal perfectionism, inner-child wounds, and generational trauma 🏥 The story behind his multimillion-dollar gift that named a postpartum wing after his mother As Dr. Sang reminds us, “100% of people remember how they felt” in the doctor’s office. This episode is full of practical wisdom for parents, leaders, and anyone seeking to replace anxiety with empathy. 📘Grab a copy of  Dr. Sang’s new book here: https://a.co/d/05FHQhn6 🔗 Links & Resources:• linkedin.com/in/newsang/• sangpediatrics.com• instagram.com/sangpediatrics/• facebook.com/SangPediatrics/• youtube.com/@sangpediatrics6569Watch the Full Episode: youtu.be/xGGk_RS9sUIPhoto credit: Sang Pediatrics, Yelp and FOX26 Photojournalist Olen Hogenson 🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more candid conversations with leaders who have real skin in the game. 📲 Follow #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo for more episodes and updates. When did a healthcare provider make you feel like they were really listening to you,  not just running down a checklist? I'd love to hear what that moment felt like.#SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo #Pediatrics #ParentalAnxiety #HolisticHealth #EmotionalWellbeing #HealthcareLeadership #MentalHealth #FamilyWellness #Pediatrician #DoctorAdvice #GenerationalHealth #MedicalPodcast #pediatricianfresno #clovispediatrician #anxiety #relievinganxiety #children #mental #health #childrenmentalhealthEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Why a Pediatrician Gave COVID Shots to 85‑Year‑Olds | Skin in the Game with Dr New Sang (Teaser)

    Why was a pediatrician giving COVID shots to 85‑year‑olds?Because healing isn’t just physical.On this teaser episode of #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo with Dr. New Sang, CEO & President of Sang Medical Corp and Sang Pediatrics, shares a frontlines lesson that changed how he practices medicine:“100% of people remember how they felt. Being a doctor is about healing emotionally as well as physically.”From comforting elderly patients who hadn’t left home in over a year to rethinking what care really means, this conversation stays with you.👉 Watch the full episode on Monday, May 4   [insert link]🔗 Links & Resources:• linkedin.com/in/newsang/• sangpediatrics.com• instagram.com/sangpediatrics/• facebook.com/SangPediatrics/• youtube.com/@sangpediatrics6569📘Grab a copy of  Dr. Sang’s new book here: https://a.co/d/05FHQhn6#SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo #HumanityInHealthcare #DoctorStories #COVIDFrontlines#Pediatrics #ParentalAnxiety #HolisticHealth #EmotionalWellbeing #HealthcareLeadership #MentalHealth #FamilyWellness #Pediatrician #DoctorAdvice #GenerationalHealth #MedicalPodcast #pediatricianfresno #clovispediatrician #anxiety #relievinganxiety #children #mental #health #childrenmentalhealthEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    AI Isn’t the Threat—Flying Blind Is | Skin in the Game with Mariia Potupchik

    AI isn’t the threat; the real danger is flying blind.Mariia Potupchik is the Founder & CEO of YourSkills. Previously, she led teams at Skyeng, one of Europe’s largest online education platforms—and she learned this firsthand while managing over 100 people. She had dashboards full of data, but on a customer support call, she discovered a woman in a small town learning English to support her disabled child—flagged as a “retention risk” on the dashboard, yet she was the most dedicated learner.“We were optimizing for averages,” Mariia says. “And averages erase people.”That tension between scale and individuality is exactly what she’s now solving with YourSkills, an AI-powered platform that makes the invisible visible—mapping what people can actually do, not just what their job title says.In this #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo episode, we explore:✅ Why 80% of AI pilots fail—not because of the technology, but because of overlooked human factors (training mismatched, best people leaving unseen, AI adoption unsupported).✅ How YourSkills acts as the intelligence layer to navigate workforce complexity, using behavioral signals instead of self‑reporting.✅ The future of work: making talent the star, not credentials—shifting from job titles to real capabilities.If you’re leading a team through the AI transition, stop measuring adoption. Start measuring readiness.🔗 Links & Resources:linkedin.com/in/potupchikmaria/linkedin.com/company/yourskills/mariiapotupchik.comyourskills.pro/#AI adoption #entrepreneurial journey #YourSkills #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo #FutureOfWork #AI #WorkforceVisibility  #Leadership #TalentStrategyEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    The “Invisible” Skills Your HR System Can’t See | Mariia Potupchik on Skin in the Game (Teaser)

    Your HR system tells you a person’s title and function. It tells you nothing about their skills.If you have two "Senior Product Managers," your dashboard likely treats them as identical units. But in reality:- One is a data analysis and AI integration expert.- The other is a stakeholder management and design thinking expert.On paper, they are the same. In practice, their readiness for AI transformation is worlds apart.In this #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo teaser,  @MariaPotupchik  —Founder & CEO of  @YourSkills_Pro —cuts through the AI hype to reveal the real blind spot: companies are still looking at job titles instead of capabilities.“Every HR system in the world organizes people by role, department, and seniority. That tells you nothing about what someone can actually do.”That’s why she built YourSkills: to make the invisible visible—mapping real capabilities, not job titles.🎬 Watch the full episode on Monday, April 6 here: youtu.be/ZvVeSmkLZRk#AI adoption #entrepreneurial journey #YourSkills #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo #FutureOfWork #AI #WorkforceVisibility #Leadership #TalentManagement #HRTech #FounderStories #WomenInTech #Innovation #AI #StanfordGSB #StanfordLEADEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    LLM Trust Trap: Why Natural Language Bypasses Critical Thinking | Skin in the Game with Amit Shivpuja

    There is a paradox emerging in the age of Generative AI.Business leaders are trained to be skeptical of raw data. They question spreadsheets. They interrogate dashboards. But the moment that same data is wrapped in a conversational sentence by an LLM? The skepticism vanishes.In the latest episode of Skin in the Game, I sat down with Amit Shivpuja (Director of Data Product & AI Enablement @ Walmart) to discuss why our biggest AI challenge isn't the technology—it's the misplaced trust that comes with a friendly chat interface.As Amit put it:"People tend to put a lot more trust in the system than they would normally do. They're a little skeptical if you give them a table of numbers, but if you write them a sentence saying the answer is X, they tend to trust it. It's on us to show them how we came up with the answer, not just give them a number."We also explored a fascinating case from his VR days where survey data (what people said) completely contradicted usage data (what people did). The lesson? Whether you are dealing with human feedback or AI output, validation is non-negotiable.If your organization is racing to adopt AI tools, this conversation is a vital reality check. We dig into:The "Data Sandwich" framework for building trustworthy systemsHow to build trust through radical transparencyWhy accountability must always remain with the human🔗 Links & Resources:linkedin.com/in/amitshivpujadatacompass.substack.com📺 Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/o6n5IP_Z2DYWhat makes YOU trust an AI output? Is it the authority of the tone, or the transparency of the source?. Drop your thoughts below. 👇#AI #DataGovernance #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #GenerativeAI #Walmart #DataIntegrity #StanfordLEAD #stanfordgsb #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGoEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Human Accountability vs. AI: Amit Shivpuja on the Risks of LLMs | Skin in the Game (Teaser)

    We’re wired to trust things that sound like us. It’s a psychological shortcut that helps us navigate the world, but in the realm of AI, it’s a major liability.In this teaser from #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo, Walmart Data & AI Leader Amit Shivpuja explains why natural language interfaces are a double-edged sword. While these tools make AI more accessible than ever, they also create a dangerous illusion of certainty.Amit highlights a fascinating shift in how we process information:"People are a little skeptical if you give them a table of numbers. But if you write them a sentence saying the answer is X, they tend to trust it. Just because it's an easy-to-use interface doesn't mean you blindly trust it."🎙️Catch the Full EpisodeDon't miss the full conversation with Amit Shivpuja on Monday, March 2 to learn how to balance innovation with critical thinking.#AI #GenerativeAI #DataScience #LLM #AIGovernance #WalmartData #DigitalTransformation #DataGovernance #HumanInTheLoop  #TechLeadership #ResponsibleAI  #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGoEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Thai Coffee: The World’s Best Kept Secret? | Skin in the Game with Susan Villota

    Thai food is world-famous, but Thai coffee remains a mystery to most. In this episode, we uncover the origin story of Coffee Culture Thailand and its visionary founder, Susan Borvornpotsakul Villota.When the 2020 pandemic hit, Susan lost 90% of her marketing clients. Instead of giving up, she leveraged her digital expertise to build a bridge - connecting Thailand’s remote coffee farmers with a global audience of coffee drinkers.In this #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo episode, we discuss: ✅ The "Zero Product" Launch: How she raised 60,000 THB with a simple video and a crowdfunding campaign. ✅ Breaking the language barrier: Using her Thai-Finnish roots to bring the 'invisible ' farmers to the world stage.✅ The Reverse-Engineer Strategy: Building an online marketplace first, avoiding costly brick-and-mortar overhead.✅ The Fair-Price Pivot: Letting farmers and roasters set their own prices for true sustainability. ✅ The Hero Product: A signature smooth, balanced Thai roast that changed perceptions.From Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, Thai coffee is no longer just commodity. It's a story of resilience, craft and the "seed that connects us all".🔗 Links & Resources:• coffeeculture.asia • @coffeeculturethailand • facebook.com/coffeeculturethailand • youtube.com/@coffeeculturethailand • x.com/CoffeeCultureTh • linkedin.com/company/coffeeculturethailand • linkedin.com/in/susan-villota📺 Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/snYLOKjimh8#ThaiCoffee #SpecialtyCoffee #SocialImpact #Pivot #FarmToCup #CoffeeCultureThailand #WomenInBusiness #CoffeeCulture #SustainableBusiness #EntrepreneurStory #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo #BusinessResilienceEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Skin in the Game: How Coffee Culture Built a Marketplace from Crisis (Teaser)

    “There’s more to Thai coffee than we know… I thought, this is something we can actually do and help.” — Susan Borvornpotsakul Villota ☕️Turning crisis into opportunity, Susan launched Coffee Culture Thailand after losing 90% of her marketing clients during the pandemic. Starting with zero inventory, she raised 60,000 baht through a story-driven campaign—igniting a marketplace that now amplifies Thailand’s hidden coffee varieties to the world.Tune into #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo to learn:🔍 How she uncovered Thailand’s diverse, under-the-radar coffee profiles🚀 Why she started with no product—just belief and a powerful story🌱 How the “seed-to-cup” model connects farmers directly to global coffee lovers🤝 The meaningful impact created through small-scale roaster collaborations📈 A masterclass in agile, purpose-driven entrepreneurship.🔗 Links & Resources:• coffeeculture.asia • @coffeeculturethailand • facebook.com/coffeeculturethailand • youtube.com/@coffeeculturethailand • x.com/CoffeeCultureTh • linkedin.com/company/coffeeculturethailand • linkedin.com/in/susan-villota#ThaiCoffee #SpecialtyCoffee #SocialImpact #Pivot #FarmToCup #CoffeeCultureThailand #WomenInBusiness #CoffeeCulture #SustainableBusiness #EntrepreneurStory #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo #BusinessResilienceEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Skin in the Game: Vita Veda's Blueprint to Lead Without Burning Out

    Web3 and blockchain founders and execs: Are you pushing innovation at the cost of your own health?The relentless pressure to stay ahead while "laying the rails for the future" creates a unique burnout cycle. As Vita Veda co-founder Oscar Sundman puts it:💬 "You'll have a million problems until you have a health problem. Then you only have one."In this episode of #SkinInTheGamewithDebbieGo, I sit down with Ciara Nicole and Oscar Sundman. After personal loss led them to become "resilience architects," their mission is to bridge Eastern philosophy with Western innovation—creating a new leadership blueprint where peak performance and well-being are inseparable.You’ll walk away with their proven methods to:✅ Master your most finite resource: Apply the “Time Design” approach to align your focus with what truly matters.✅ Break the stop-start cycle for good: Use their “burnout breaker” ritual to reset anxiety and reclaim momentum in minutes.✅ Lead from an integrated life: Move beyond the “personal vs. professional” split and build a holistic foundation where success and satisfaction fuel each other.🔗 Links & Resources:linkedin.com/company/vita-vedalinkedin.com/in/ciaranicolevitavedalinkedin.com/in/oscarsundmanvitavedayoutube.com/@Nordicbreathworkacademy#FutureOfWork #MentalHealth #ExecutiveWellness #Breathwork #Yoga #TechLeadership #HolisticHealth #OvercomeBurnout #Web3Leaders #LeadershipDevelopment #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGoEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Skin in the Game: The One Problem You Can't Ignore (Teaser)

    "You have a million problems until you have a health problem. Then, you only have one."In the race to build the future, Web3 founders and tech leaders are often the first to break—not just systems, but themselves. What’s the real cost of the "move fast and break things" culture?On the latest episode of #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo, I sit down with Oscar Sundman and Ciara Nicole, co-founders of Vita Veda. We go beyond burnout clichés to discuss how they’re bridging Eastern philosophy with Western innovation to create a sustainable blueprint for leadership.The highlight reel:✅ Break the "stop-start" cycle and reclaim sustained creative momentum.✅ Use breathwork and yoga as performance tools—far beyond self-care.✅ Build holistic leadership as your true competitive advantage.Leadership isn't just about what you build; it's about who you become while building it.🗓 The full conversation drops Monday, Jan 5, 2026.👉 Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=p0oDZ3ayS6c#FutureOfWork #MentalHealth #ExecutiveWellness #Breathwork #Yoga #TechLeadership #HolisticHealth #OvercomeBurnout #Web3Leaders #LeadershipDevelopment #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGoEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Become the CEO of Your Career | Karla Blanco on Skin in the Game

    “Talent opens doors. Your Board of Advisors brings opportunities to you” – Karla Blanco. 💡Feeling like a passenger in your own career? It's time to take the wheel.In this episode of the Skin in the Game with Debbie Go podcast, I sit down with Karla Blanco, an ex-Intel Director turned bestselling author and executive coach. She unveils the strategic framework that propelled her to the top and now helps her clients achieve rapid growth.Here are the key insights you can’t afford to miss:🔑 The Career CEO Mindset: Shift from employee to architect of your career.👥 Build Your Board of Advisors: Learn who to pick and how to leverage this group for strategic guidance.🗣️ Navigate Office Politics: Advance with confidence by understanding the unspoken rules.⚡ Leverage AI: Use emerging technology as a career accelerator.🚀 For Women in Leadership: Practical strategies for breaking barriers and claiming your seat at the table.This conversation is packed with the actionable, no-fluff advice you need to move from passive participant to active architect of your career.🔗 Links & Resources:linkedin.com/in/karlablancocoach/karlablanco.comyoutube.com/@TheKarlaBlancoShowinstagram.com/karlauyp07/What's the #1 challenge holding your career back? Let me know in the comments👇#CareerGrowth #TransformationalLeadership #PersonalDevelopment #WomenInLeadership #CareerCEO #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo  #karlablanco #UnleashLeadershipPodcastEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Your Board of Advisors: A Game-Changer with Karla Blanco (Trailer)

    Ever feel like you're playing by a different set of rules at work? You're not imagining it.Get ready for a game-changing conversation on this latest Skin in the Game with Debbie Go Podcast. I sat down with Karla Blanco — bestselling author, transformational leadership coach, and corporate leader with 25+ years of Fortune 100 experience—to dismantle the barriers holding women back.Karla provides a powerful blueprint for women to step into your power, showcase your value, and claim the seats you deserve at the table.💪 In this episode, you will learn to:🔻 Advocate for yourself with confidence.🔻 Amplify your visibility for the recognition you deserve.🔻 Build a powerful “Board of Advisors” to champion your career.Mark your calendars! The full episode drops this Monday, December 8.🎧 Subscribe to "Skin in the Game with Debbie Go" on your favorite podcast so you don't miss it!Mark your calendars! The full episode drops this Monday, December 8.🎧 Subscribe to "Skin in the Game with Debbie Go" on your favorite podcast so you don't miss it!Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    How to Turn Purpose into Profit with Saleema Vellani | Skin in The Game

    Struggling with vision clarity? You’re not alone. Most entrepreneurs are.In a must-listen episode of the #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo, award-winning author and serial entrepreneur Saleema Vellani reveals how to stop chasing "shoulds" and build a business that's authentically you."Most entrepreneurs struggle with vision clarity. It’s about connecting to your heart and stepping into your authentic self." – Saleema VellaniIn this episode, you will learn how to:🎯 Achieve Vision Clarity: Move from uncertainty to action by unlearning corporate conditioning and discovering your true purpose. 🚀 Align Purpose with Profit: Build a sustainable business model where passion is your primary driver and profitability naturally follows. 🤝  Master Strategic Giving: Why the most powerful networking strategy is giving more than you take.🛡️ Develop Unshakeable Resilience: Turn setbacks into strategic pivots and view failure as fuel for your next big opportunity.Saleema Vellani, author of the bestselling book Innovation Starts with I, draws on her experience from three successful exits and advising global leaders. Saleema cuts through the noise with actionable insights from her journey, showing that true innovation starts from within.🔗 Links & Resources:saleemavellani.comfacebook.com/saleemavellanilinkedin.com/in/saleemavellaniinstagram.com/[email protected]💬 Question for you: What is one "should" you are ready to unlearn on your entrepreneurial journey?Share your thoughts in the comments below!#SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo #Entrepreneurship #VisionClarity #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #Authenticity #AuthorityBuilding #PurposeDrivenBusiness #SaleemaVellani #InnovationEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Stop Networking. Do This Instead. | Saleema Vellani on Skin In The Game (Trailer)

    Tired of networking that feels transactional and leads nowhere? There’s a better way.This week on #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo, guest @Saleema Vellani reveals how the most successful leaders build their networks differently. The secret? Strategic giving. It’s a powerful strategy to become unforgettable, highly recommended, and the top referral for game-changing opportunities.🚀 Ready to propel your career? Watch the full episode on YouTube on Monday, 3rd of Nov! Link here: youtu.be/-cfYv2pBvCk#SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo #SaleemaVellani  #networkingtips  #Leadership #Authenticity #personalbranding #CareerStrategy #ProfessionalDevelopmentEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Is Your Skin Paying the Price for Stress? With VEDIC LAB Founders I Skin in the Game

    Is your skin and hair showing the signs of modern stress? 😥Discover the transformative solution that fuses 5,000 years of Ayurvedic wisdom with cutting-edge Swiss biotechnology. In the new episode of Skin in the Game, I sat down with Shivi and Vera Gupta, the visionary couple behind  @VedicLab . They’ve cracked the code on stress-induced damage by blending ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern science.🌟 "People don't want to compromise. They want the natural and holistic approach that goes to the root cause." — Shivi Gupta."  In This #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo Episode, You'll Discover:🌿 Ancient Wisdom, Modern Proof: How timeless Ayurvedic herbs are clinically validated to deliver visible results in just one month.🔬 The Stress-Skin Connection: Learn how stress impacts your body and how to combat it effectively.🥛 Setting a new standard with Almond Milk Base: Why they built their formulas on vitamin-enriched almond milk base instead of water. VEDIC LAB is not just another beauty brand. "Our mission,” explains Vera Gupta, “ is to reverse the damage of stress with the wisdom of Ayurveda." 🔗 Links & Resources:facebook.com/Vediclabofficialvediclab.comyoutube.com/@VedicLabinstagram.com/vediclablinkedin.com/in/shiviguptalinkedin.com/in/veragupta#SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo #vediclab #ayurvedicdermatology #ayurvediclongevity #innovationEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Ayurveda Meets Swiss Biotech: VEDIC LAB's Holistic Formula (Trailer)

    Stress showing up on your skin? You're not alone. ✨In our latest "Skin in The Game" episode, Vera Gupta of VEDIC LAB shares her personal journey. What began as a struggle with stress-induced skin issues transformed into a passion when she discovered Ayurveda through her husband, Shivi.Now, they're pioneering a revolutionary approach by fusing this ancient, holistic wisdom with cutting-edge Swiss biotechnology.Ready to discover their holistic solution for wellness, inside and out?Tune in to the full episode this Monday, October 6th!Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Florêve’s Joyce Wang: Turning Cultural Identity into Brand Strategy I Skin in The Game

    "The best investors are my customers."This core philosophy drove Joyce Wang, founder of Florêve, to not just survive the pandemic—but thrive through it. While countless businesses struggled, Joyce discovered her greatest opportunities were hidden within her biggest challenges.In our new #SkinInTheGamePodcast episode with host Debbie Go, Joyce unpacks the counterintuitive strategy she used to build a global beauty brand. She embraced what made her different, fusing the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the rigor of French science to create something truly new for the market.Joyce reveals how she:🔹 Turned Heritage into Advantage:  Transformed her cultural roots from a perceived barrier into a powerful differentiator🔹 Transformed Crisis into a Catalyst: Executed strategic pivots that turned pandemic uncertainty into unprecedented growth🔹  Build a Customer-centric brand: Mastered the art of treating customers as investors, making them her most powerful growth engine. This isn’t your typical founder journey. Joyce shares honest, hard-won insights on resilience, authenticity, and strategic positioning—offering real takeaways for entrepreneurs looking to turn their identity into a competitive edge.She reflects on how early doubts—shaped by cultural stereotypes—once held her back, and how the pandemic became a pivotal moment to reimagine her business. By embracing her heritage more boldly, she reshaped both her brand narrative and personal growth as a leader.🔗 Links & Resources:Instagram: instagram.com/floreve.parisWebsite: floreve.comFacebook: facebook.com/FloreveParisLinkedin: linkedin.com/company/floreve-parisYouTube: @floreveparis4497Watch the full podcast episode on YouTube. Watch Teaser.  🎧 Listen on Apple podcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcast.#Entrepreneurship #BeautyInnovation #Florêve #Nutricosmétiques #Qualité #Bienêtre #Santé#Nutricosmetics #TCM #FrenchBeauty #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGoEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Florêve's Joyce Wang Rewrote Beauty Rules: Customers as Her Investors (Trailer)

    When COVID nearly wiped out her business, Florêve founder Joyce Wang made a radical choice. She  stopped pitching traditional investors, she turned to her community. Her discovery? "The best investors are my customers" In our new Skin in the Game episode, Joyce reveals the "counterintuitive" strategy that turned a crisis into a category-defining brand. You'll learn:The Customer-Investor Model: Why your customers are your most powerful asset.The Heritage Advantage: How to transform your cultural background from a perceived barrier into an unmatched competitive edge.The East-West Formula: How to fuse Traditional Chinese Medicine with French science to create a unrivalled new category of nutricosmetics. 👉 Catch the full story this Monday, Sep 1. Watch on YouTube or listen on all major podcast platform.🔗 Links & Resources:Instagram: instagram.com/floreve.parisWebsite: floreve.comFacebook: facebook.com/FloreveParisLinkedin: linkedin.com/company/floreve-parisYouTube: @floreveparis4497#Entrepreneurship #BeautyInnovation #Florêve #Nutricosmétiques #Qualité #Bienêtre #Santé#Nutricosmetics #TCM #FrenchBeauty #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGoEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Mastering Mindful Leadership with Dr. Richard Chambers I Skin in The Game

    In this month’s #SkinInTheGamePodcast with Debbie Go, Dr. Richard Chambers delivers a leadership wake-up call:"Your daily choices don’t just shape your brain—they define your leadership. What are you investing in? What are you cultivating?"Dr Chambers is an award-winning clinical psychologist and leading mindfulness expert and Fortune 500 advisor. DISCOVER HOW MINDFULNESS IMPROVES LEADERSHIP:🔹 Stop Amygdala HijacksShift reactivity → strategic response🔹 Unlock the Leadership DividendDrive psychological safety, clarity, and team resilience🔹 Claim Your Competitive EdgeLeverage mindfulness as your performance multiplierTHE SCIENCE-BACKED PAYOFF:Thousands of studies prove mindfulness:• Boost cognitive performance• Strengthens prefrontal cortex • Enhances: Impulse control I Emotional regulation I Self-awareness"It’s about focus, awareness, presence—skills every leader needs."— Dr. Chambers👉 Watch  THE FULL EPISODE: https://youtu.be/XP9JYhhSD58▶️ Listen on Apple I Spotify,  | Your PlatformWhat leadership skill do YOU want to cultivate? Share below! 💬🔗 Links & Resources:linkedin.com/in/drrichardchambersfacebook.com/drrichardchambersdrrichardchambers.cominstagram.com/drrichardchambers#MindfulLeadership #LeadershipPresence #Neuroscience #emotionalintelligence #stressmanagement #productivity #mindfulness #ExecutivePerformance #DrRichardChambers #DebbieGo #SkinInTheGamePodcastEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Skin in The Game: Rewire Your Brain – The Science of Mindfulness with Dr. Richard Chambers (Trailer)

    Your daily habits aren't just routines – they're physically reshaping your brain. 🧠❌ Stress?  Expands your amygdala (your brain's fear center).❌ Mindless scrolling?  Weakens your prefrontal cortex  (your hub for focus & smart decisions)The good news? It's "use it or lose it." Mindfulness & meditation aren't just calming; they actively: ✅ Strengthen your prefrontal cortex (sharper focus). ✅ Shrinks an overactive amygdala (less stress).As Dr. Richard Chambers (award-winning clinical psychologist and mindfulness expert) says: "What do we want to be investing in? For me, it's an obvious choice."  Learn the science & tools for tangible mental well-being.✨ Catch this eye-opening episode of "Skin in the Game" with host Debbie Go and Dr. Richard Chambers.👉 Watch when it goes LIVE: August 4, Monday on YouTube🔔 Tap "Notify Me" → youtu.be/XP9JYhhSD58#MindfulLeadership #LeadershipPresence #Neuroscience #emotionalintelligence  #stressmanagement  #productivity  #mindfulness  #leadershipdevelopment  #DebbieGoEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    From Chore to Empire: How Trendy Wash Reinvented Laundry | Skin in The Game

    🚀 Dream Big, Start Small: How Trendy Wash Built a Self-Running Laundry Empire in Thailand“The passive income has to be systematic. If I’m not around, the money still comes.”– Nimit Tungvararyt, Founder and President of Trendy Wash.Meet Nimit Tungvararyt and Araya ‘Air’ Imsaeng, the husband-wife team behind Thailand’s fast-growing laundry tech platform. Frustrated by outdated industry practices, they built Trendy Wash – an app that’s redefining convenience for thousands of users and eyeing Southeast Asian expansion.In this #SkinInTheGamePodcast episode, discover:🔹 The inspiration behind Trendy Wash's unique business model🔹 How technology can reinvent traditional sectors🔹 The dynamics of building a business as a life partner duo✨ #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #TechInLaundry #PassiveIncome #TrendyWash #FranchiseBusiness #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo 🔗 Links & Resources:trendywash.cofacebook.com/Trendywash24hrinstagram.com/trendywash.officialyoutube.com/@trendywashtiktok.com/@trendy_washEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    🔥 From Obstacles to Opportunities: Trendy Wash's Relentless Blueprint for Growth (Trailer)

    Trendy Wash’s journey—from humble beginnings to dominating the laundry industry in Thailand—proves that obstacles aren’t dead-ends, they’re stepping stones. Join me, Debbie Go, on the latest #SkinInTheGamePodcast as I sit down with Nimit Tungvararyt and Air Imsaeng, the visionary founders of Trendy Wash, who turned the mundane task of laundry into a tech-driven transformation. 💡 In this episode, uncover:✅ How to reframe challenges as catalysts for innovation.✅ Why visionary goals inspire teams to break through barriers.✅ The role of technology in scaling sustainably.👉 Stop fearing obstacles, Start seeing opportunities.Ready to transform your mindset?▶️ Watch the full episode (Premiering July 7):  https://youtu.be/aEmWAoWPvA8on 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | All major platforms#BusinessGrowth #Leadership #Innovation #Resilience #trendywash #TechInLaundry #franchisebusiness #SkinInTheGamePodcast #DebbieGoEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    🌟 Saving Lives to Saving Souls: The Untold Faith Journey of Pastor Larry Pabiona | Skin in The Game

    What would make a renowned doctor and hospital CEO walk away from prestige and power to lead a mega-church? In this unforgettable episode of Skin in the Game, host Debbie Go sits down with Pastor Larry Pabiona—a man who traded medicine for ministry—to unpack his inspiring leap of faith and the divine calling that changed everything.🌟 Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:🎯 "If God calls you, He prepares you long ahead." Pastor Larry’s unconventional career pivot to live a life of eternal impact.🔥 Surprising parallels between surgery and ministry: How his medical discipline fuels his leadership in unexpected ways.🙏 The joy of transforming lives: Pastor Larry’s unfiltered take on leading one of the Philippines’ most influential churches🔗 Links & Resources:gcf.org.phyoutube.com/GCFMaininstagram.com/gcf.ortigasfacebook.com/GreenhillsChristianFellowship#gcfortigas, #LarryPabiona, #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo, #Faith, #GCF, #GCFOrtigas, #Leadership, #KnowChrist, #spiritualgrowthEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Broken for a Purpose: A Pastor’s Journey to Leading with Eternal Impact (Trailer)

    What does it mean to lead with eternal impact?In this compelling teaser of Skin in the Game, join host Debbie Go and Pastor Larry Pabiona in this heartfelt conversation about brokenness and the profound joys of leading a ministry. Pastor Larry shares his deeply personal experience, shedding light on the necessity of suffering and brokenness for true greatness in ministry. 'God cannot use a man greatly until He has hurt him deeply,' Pastor Larry reveals, reflecting on his 14 years as a senior pastor at Greenhills Christian Fellowship. 🎯Mark your calendars: The full episode drops June 2.Discover the refining processes, triumphs, and the essence of full-time ministry leadership.  #Ministry #Leadership #Faith #Resilience #SkinInTheGame #DebbieGo #PastorLarry #ChristianLeadership #GCFOrtigas #GCFEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    🚀 AI Robot Barista Ella: Revolutionizing Coffee with Keith Tan (Crown Digital CEO) | Skin in The Game

    ☕ Coffee connects people—but robots will shape tomorrow’s F&BJoin host Debbie Go on Skin in the Game as Keith Tan, CEO of Crown Digital, reveals how his AI-powered robot barista Ella is solving a $3 trillion food service industry. From hospitals to tech hubs like Amazon and SAP, discover why Ella’s brewing  hundreds of cups autonomously 24/7 and how she’s evolving into a GenAI-powered concierge.🔍 In This Episode:✅ From Finance to Robotics: Why Keith quit wealth management to build the world’s first fully autonomous coffee machine.✅ Solve the Labor Shortage: How Ella tackles F&B’s biggest challenges—consistency, speed & costs.✅ The Coffee Heist: A hilarious story of Ella’s “security breach” (spoiler: humans are creative!).🎯 Why LISTEN?👉  2025 U.S. Gamble: Why Keith’s moving HQ to Delaware—and betting on “physical AI.”👉 Entrepreneur Gold: Keith’s raw journey—delivering through COVID and bootstrapping against the odds. 👉 Future-Proof Insights: Learn how AI and robotics will help preserve Singapore’s hawker heritage.🔗 Links & Resources:linkedin.com/in/keithtan-crowndigital/ellaapp.com/; crowndigital.io/facebook.com/meetella.officialinstagram.com/meetella.official/#Robotics #GenAI #FutureOfHospitality #TechInnovation  #UserExperience #MeetElla #AI #crowndigital #KeithTan #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGoEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Skin in The Game: Keith Tan’s AI Barista Changing the F&B Game (Trailer)

    🚀 The $3 TRILLION Future of Food is Here—and Robots Are Serving It Up! 🤖“ Within our lifetime we're going to see robots in our daily lives.” — Keith Tan, CEO of Crown DigitalJoin Debbie Go on Skin in the Game as she dives into the robot revolution reshaping the $3T food and hospitality industry! 🎙️ Discover:✅ Why automation is NOT optional for future-proof businesses✅ How robots will transform your daily coffee run✅ The make-or-break secrets entrepreneurs MUST know before adopting AI👉 Tune in May 5 (Monday) for full episodeEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    BONUS (Doblado al Español) La revolución del FPS mineral: repensando la protección solar con Adam Guggenheim de Minu

    Debbie Go presenta un revelador episodio de Skin in the Game con Adam Guggenheim, cofundador de Minu. Descubre cómo Minu transforma el protector solar a base de minerales en una experiencia de lujo, combinando la experiencia dermatológica con elegantes fórmulas que cuidan la piel. Adam profundiza en su recorrido desde el mundo corporativo hasta el emprendimiento, la ciencia detrás del innovador protector solar de Minu y cómo la marca está estableciendo un nuevo estándar en protección solar. Obtén información valiosa mientras Adam comparte los desafíos que enfrentó, las lecciones aprendidas y la importancia de la pasión y la paciencia para construir una marca impulsada por un propósito.🔗 Enlaces de redes sociales:Minu WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedinTiktok#CredoBeauty  #SunCare #minuskincare #mineralsunscreen #bestofbeauty #Wellness #CleanBeauty #SkincareScience #Entrepreneurship #AdamGuggenheim #SkinInTheGame #DebbieGo  #LuxurySkincare #DermatologyEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Mineral SPF Revolution: Rethinking Sunscreen with Minu's Adam Guggenheim

    Debbie Go hosts an insightful episode of Skin in the Game with Adam Guggenheim, the co-founder of Minu. Discover how Minu transforms mineral-based SPF into a luxurious experience, blending dermatological expertise with elegant skin-loving formulas. Adam delves into his journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, the science behind Minu's innovative sunscreen, and how the brand is setting a new standard in sun protection. Gain valuable insights as Adam shares the challenges faced, lessons learned, and the importance of passion and patience in building a purpose-driven brand.🔗 Links & Resources:Minu WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedinTiktok#CredoBeauty  #SunCare #minuskincare #mineralsunscreen #bestofbeauty #Wellness #CleanBeauty #SkincareScience #Entrepreneurship #AdamGuggenheim #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo #LuxurySkincare #DermatologyEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    ✨ Can Skincare Really Change the World? ✨ Minu's Adam Guggenheim (Trailer)

    Forget fleeting beauty trends. Join me, Debbie Go, on Skin in the Game as I sit down with visionary innovator, Adam Guggenheim, to uncover how skincare can be a powerful force for good. Adam reveals,  "Be humble, patient, and kind to yourself—it’s how you turn passion into purpose. But first, give yourself enough runway to learn." In this Skin in the Game episode, uncover:✅ How to turn setbacks into societal solutions✅ Why mission-driven brands outlast trends✅ Actionable steps to innovate beyond beauty trends🚀 For Trailblazers Ready to Build Brands That Do More Than Just Look Good.🗓️ Catch the full episode Apr 7!#CredoBeauty  #SunCare #minuskincare #mineralsunscreen #bestofbeauty #Wellness #CleanBeauty #SkincareScience #Entrepreneurship #AdamGuggenheim #SkinInTheGame #DebbieGo  #LuxurySkincare #DermatologyEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    🔥 Skin in the Game: AI, Mergers & Leadership Secrets from a Consumer Health Legend

    In the world of consumer health care, few have made a mark like Nicholas Hall. 🌟 In this riveting episode of Skin in the Game, host Debbie Go sits down with legendary Nicholas Hall, a true pioneer in the world of consumer healthcare. With over four decades of industry experience, Nicholas shares his incredible journey, from working with major companies like Procter & Gamble to founding the influential Nicholas Hall Group of Companies.This episode delves into the entrepreneurial spirit, navigating market disruptions, and the global landscape of over-the-counter (OTC) medicine and self-medication. Discover Nicholas's vision for the future of consumer health in a world increasingly shaped by technology and AI. He shares his enduring philosophy: "Every day is a day worth living, a day you can learn something, and a day to be enjoyed." And emphasizes the crucial lesson for all leaders: "It's not about falling; it's about getting back up."Authentic, dynamic, and packed with actionable insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to leave their mark on healthcare! 🎧✨ #ConsumerHealth #OTC #Healthcare #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #NicholasHall #SkinInTheGameWithDebbieGo🔗 Links & Resources:Nicholas Hall GroupLinkedInYouTube Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Show Intro

    What does it really take to turn ambition into lasting impact?In Skin in the Game, host Debbie Go sits down with seasoned entrepreneurs, industry disruptors, and visionary leaders to unpack the unspoken challenges and pivotal decisions behind their success. This podcast strips away the myths of success to deliver actionable insights, grounded in real-world experience, for anyone committed to building a meaningful venture or career.What’s In It For You?Actionable Strategies: Adapt proven tactics from founders who scaled startups into category leaders and innovators who transformed industries.Mindset Shifts: Learn to reframe failure as fuel, lead with purpose during chaos, and cultivate the grit to keep pushing forward.Real Journeys: Hear unfiltered stories of successes built over years of resilience. Toolkit for Growth: Build teams that thrive under pressure, spot opportunities in crises and make decisions with conviction.If you’ve ever questioned your readiness to lead, innovate, or bet on yourself, Skin in the Game gives you more than inspiration—it equips you with tools, stories, and clarity to move from doubt to action. Forge your path. Subscribe now. New episodes. Every first Monday of the month.Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Skin in The Game with Nicholas Hall (Trailer)

    He's shaped the OTC industry for 40 years. Now, Nicholas Hall reveals the secrets to success in consumer healthcare. On Skin in the Game, Hall joins host Debbie Go to unpack the bold strategies, calculated risks and visionary thinking that have shaped his legendary career. From advising the world’s biggest healthcare brands to predicting the next big trend, Hall shares exclusive insights you won't hear anywhere else. Catch the full episode this Monday, March 3rd!Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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    Podcast Trailer

    "Skin in the Game" is a podcast that explores the raw, unfiltered stories of individuals who dare to take bold risks and face meaningful challenges across business, personal growth, and life pursuits. Each episode delves into the personal stakes behind extraordinary journeys, featuring intimate conversations with entrepreneurs, professionals, and innovators who have put everything on the line to pursue their dreams.Hosted by Debbie Go, this podcast goes beyond surface-level success stories to uncover the true human experience of risk-taking. Listeners will hear compelling narratives about breakthrough moments, humbling setbacks, and the crucial lessons learned when you have genuine skin in the game. From entrepreneurs risking everything on a startup to professionals making life-altering career pivots, these stories reveal the courage, resilience, and personal transformation that come from embracing uncertainty."Skin in the Game" is more than just a podcast—it's a masterclass in turning risks into rewards and challenges into growth, told through the powerful, authentic voices of those who have truly lived it.Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a quick review!Support the showFollow Us:🎧 Podcast website 💼 LinkedIn ▶️ YouTube

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Skin in The Game invites you into the world of business and personal transformation, where host Debbie Go uncovers how successful leaders navigate their most challenging decisions and put everything on the line. Finally, a business podcast that moves beyond surface-level advice to deliver actionable insights through real stories of risk, resilience, and bold decisions that paid off.Whether you're scaling a startup, advancing your career, or planning your next venture, these conversations equip you with battle-tested wisdom and practical strategies for success. Join Debbie Go to learn how today's most successful leaders turn challenges into opportunities – and get ready to put your own skin in the game.Connect with Debbie:🌐 Website💼 LinkedIn▶️ YouTube

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