In a world where the pursuit of success, material wealth, and societal validation often takes precedence, the art of being genuinely content with one's life can seem elusive. While external achievements may provide fleeting happiness, they seldom lead to sustained fulfillment.

In today's fast-paced world, where social media platforms and digital communication tools have seamlessly integrated into our lives, the lines between work, social interactions, and personal time have blurred. The incessant pings of notifications from emails, LinkedIn, Facebook, WhatsApp, and other platforms have become the modern-day soundtrack of our existence.

When we hear the word “ego,” most of us would immediately think of arrogance and self-centeredness. Indeed, these traits are commonly associated with individuals who have a strong sense of ego; they believe that they are the center of the universe and that everyone else should revolve around them. This kind of attitude is dangerous in any setting, but it is especially perilous in leadership roles.

In the era of unprecedented progress and technological advancements, it is paradoxical that many individuals find themselves discontented and unsatisfied with their lives. Despite living in an age of convenience, material abundance, and opportunities for self-expression, a prevailing sense of dissatisfaction seems to pervade society.

As a leader, you may have noticed that it is easier to spot flaws in others than it is to recognize and address your own. However, to become a truly effective leader, we must first work on ourselves. Self-awareness and self-reflection are key to improving our leadership abilities, yet it is often the most challenging thing for us to do. Why is this so, and why do so few leaders put in the effort?

Every successful leader must master the art of self-leadership. But what is self-leadership? Self-leadership is the ability to take control of one's life and destiny. It is about understanding one's personal strengths and talents, setting goals and objectives for oneself, identifying solutions to achieve those goals, and taking appropriate action in order to succeed.

Constantly trying to prove that you are a man is an exhausting exercise and is a distraction from being one. Instead of spending your energy showcasing the traditional markers of masculinity for other people's approval, focus on doing the things that make you feel fulfilled.

Life is a delicate balance. We can have times when we struggle, and things don't go as planned, but it can become truly catastrophic if one doesn't take the time to lead themselves down the right path. It's an issue that I know firsthand due to my own struggles in 2018, replacing my daily exercise with beer-induced escapism. It's an all too familiar trend at its worst.

Nick Jonsson, co-founder and managing director of a well-known networking organization and accomplished author, recently discussed the important issue of executive loneliness and its impact on mental health in an insightful interview titled "Mental health the challenges no one talks about”.

It is no secret that men are often seen as the strong, stoic gender. They are expected to be tough, emotionless, and not show any signs of vulnerability. This outdated attitude towards men and their emotions has been slowly shifting over the years …

Establishing a healthy and strong bond with your father may be one of the most important relationship-building exercises in life. When things are right between you and your father, it is easier to build meaningful relationships with other men in your life, from uncles and brothers to mentors and friends.

As leaders, it is essential to recognize that effective leadership always starts with self-leadership. It requires us to become aware of our own strengths and weaknesses and take the necessary steps to improve and grow.

Learning to build meaningful relationships with other men is an essential part of human development. Not only does fostering these types of relationships offer emotional support, but it can also lead to increased self-esteem and stronger interpersonal bonds.

Loneliness has a serious effect on mental health; not only does it cause us to act differently, but it actually reshapes our brains physically!

Establishing a healthy and strong bond with your father may be one of the most important relationship-building exercises in life. When things are right between you and your father, it is easier to build meaningful relationships with other men in your life, from uncles and brothers to mentors and friends.

For many men, life can seem like a burden. After all, traditionally, we're expected to be the breadwinners while also fulfilling our day-to-day responsibilities and obligations.

Mental toughness is often misunderstood and misinterpreted, but instead of ignoring, grinding, and pushing through pain, mental toughness actually centers more on the ability to understand, adjust and respond to challenging situations.

EGN Singapore (Executives'​ Global Network) had an honour for getting the appreciation as a corporate volunteer on Junior Achievement (JA) Singapore 15th Annual Appreciation Reception Program to inspire and prepare Singapore’s Youths to succeed in a global economy.

Managing Director of EGN Singapore, Nick Jonsson, is featured on Options The Edge: ‘Executive Loneliness’ author Nick Jonsson on building an executive peer networking organisation. Nick believed that EGN keeps himself and its members grounded. He says EGN is a safe place where leaders can come together and talk, a place where members are not judged.

The managing director of EGN Malaysia (Executives’​ Global Network), Nick Jonsson, is covered by one of the top business publications in Malaysia, THE EDGE Malaysia, on December 5th 2022. In this feature, Nick said that in his corporate career, he could see stress, anxiety and depression among many of the executives.