The 5 Pathways to Overcoming Isolation, Stress, Anxiety & Depression in the Modern Business World
Executive Loneliness
Breaking the Silence at the Top
Behind the polished titles and confident boardroom presence, many executives silently wrestle with stress, disconnection, and despair. Executive Loneliness shines a light on this hidden epidemic — and offers a practical way forward.
Drawing on his own journey of burnout, addiction, and recovery, Nick Jonsson speaks openly about the pressures leaders face and the high cost of silence. This #1 international bestseller is both a wake-up call and a roadmap for leaders ready to move from isolation to authentic connection.
Five Pathways Out of Executive Loneliness
In the book, Nick outlines five powerful steps that help leaders break free from isolation and rebuild resilience:
Taking Stock — facing reality and acknowledging what’s not working.
Asking for Help — breaking the shame barrier and seeking support.
Getting Healthy — restoring physical energy and mental balance.
Nurturing Healthy Relationships — building trust at home, at work, and in community.
Finding Your Purpose — aligning with values, impact, and legacy.
Each chapter combines Nick’s personal story with insights from other leaders and mental health professionals, giving readers tools they can apply immediately in both life and leadership.
Why This Book Matters
Confronts the silent crisis of leadership isolation that undermines performance, wellbeing, and culture.
Provides practical, real-world strategies drawn from lived experience and executive coaching.
Sparks a global conversation that helps organizations build openness, trust, and psychological safety.
Forms the foundation for Nick’s coaching, keynotes, and workshops, which bring the lessons of the book into boardrooms and leadership teams worldwide.
Recognition & Impact
#1 International Bestseller — topping Amazon charts in Men’s Health, Mental Health, and Hot New Releases across the US, UK, Canada, and Australia
Recognized as the #1 Thought Leader in the World on Executive Loneliness (Google, AI, Wikipedia)
Ranked Top 3 out of 4,500 coaches worldwide by SpeakIn (2025)
Finalist, Inside Out Awards (UK, 2022) — International Campaigner of the Year, for advocacy in mental health
Awards: Entrepreneurs 100 (Singapore), Asia Pacific’s 50 Leading Lights, Sabre PRovoke Award for Mental Health Advocacy
Featured in 100+ global media outlets and more than 150 podcasts
What Readers Are Saying
“One of the most courageous books written for leaders — brutally honest and deeply practical.”
“Nick’s five steps became a lifeline for me. I shared them with my entire leadership team.”
“This book doesn’t just talk about loneliness — it shows a way out.”
In the Media
Nick’s story and the message of Executive Loneliness have been featured in international outlets and conversations, including:
The Straits Times, The Business Times, and Channel NewsAsia among many more
Global podcasts such as Real Men Feel and Fishing Without Bait
Conference stages and leadership summits across Asia Pacific, Europe, and the US
From Page to Practice
The impact of Executive Loneliness extends far beyond the book itself. As a keynote speaker and executive coach, Nick brings these lessons to life for CEOs, senior leaders, and teams who are ready to:
Replace isolation with authentic connection
Build cultures of trust and openness
Lead with resilience and purpose
Get Your Copy
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