Deborah Norville

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Television Host at CBS Media Ventures, Game Show Network

New York, New York, United States

Overview

An Emmy-winning journalist, Deborah Norville is celebrated as the longest-running anchor in American television history from her three-decade tenure at "Inside Edition. " A University of Georgia graduate, colleagues describe her as prepared and warm. She has transitioned into a new chapter, hosting the syndicated game show, "The Perfect Line. "

Beyond her broadcasting career, Deborah is a successful entrepreneur and a New York Times best-selling author of six books. She developed and marketed her own line of yarn with Premier Yarns, turning a lifelong passion for crafting into a business. She is also a sought-after lecturer for major corporations and womens groups.

She developed a passion for journalism after seeing the behind-the-scenes work of a CBS production crew at a pageant.

Personality Overview

Objective Evaluator

Direct & Assertive

Big Vision Person

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Broadcast Media Evolution
Her career spans from traditional network news at NBC and CBS to leading a syndicated newsmagazine for 30 years and now hosting a modern game show.
Entrepreneurship
She is an active participant in EY's Strategic Growth Forum for CEOs and successfully launched her own branded yarn line, turning a hobby into a business venture.
Knitting & Crocheting
A lifelong crafter, she partnered with Premier Yarns to create the "Deborah Norville Collection" of yarns and needles and has authored several crafting books.

Media Appearances

Deborah has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2025
Television Host at CBS Media Ventures, Game Show Network
Lecturer & Author at Freelance
6-2025
Inside Edition Anchor at CBS Television Studios
3-2013 - 12-2019
Board Of Directors at Viacom
1-2018
Consultant at Premier Yarns

Education

1976 - 1979
ABJ from The University of Georgia

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Insights For Selling To Deborah

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Deborah is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Deborah

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Deborah move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Deborah take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Deborah

Personality Compatibility


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