Episode 95 | Executive Loneliness | With Nick Jonsson
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Guest Nick Jonsson, author, co-founder, and managing director of EGN shares his views on leadership and executive loneliness. We discuss the smiling depression felt by executives and experienced by Nick himself. This is when you appear happy and successful at work but inside it’s a very different situation.
Nick vividly recalls his battle with executive loneliness, a feeling that crept in despite his professional success. As a leader, he often found himself isolated, grappling with the weight of responsibility and the inability to share vulnerabilities with his team. A turning point came during a candid conversation with a trusted mentor, which inspired him to seek connection and open dialogue in his workplace. By fostering a culture of support and vulnerability, he gradually overcame his loneliness.
Now, Nick dedicates his efforts to helping others navigate similar struggles, hosting workshops and mentoring sessions aimed at building strong support networks for executives. Through his journey, he emphasizes the importance of community and openness as vital tools in combating loneliness in leadership. By fostering environments where leaders can share their experiences and challenges, he creates spaces for connection and understanding. His initiatives not only equip executives with practical strategies to manage their mental health but also encourage a culture of vulnerability, reinforcing that they are not alone in their journeys.
Published: 2022-05-29
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