Navigating Isolation, Anxiety and Recovery at Work
Making Sense of Work with Jean Balfour
Overcoming layoffs can be quite challenging, and the profound impact of such events extends far beyond the workplace itself. There is a notable difference in how men and women approach the experience of executive loneliness during and after these career transitions. Understanding the importance of vulnerability in this context is crucial, as it allows individuals to connect with others and share their feelings. To navigate this difficult journey, one can follow the five essential steps of recovery, which provide a structured approach to rebuilding one’s professional and personal life. Finally, allow us to introduce Nick, who embodies resilience and offers valuable insights into these experiences.
Nick is the co-founder and Managing Director of one of Asia’s premiere networking organizations, known as Executives’ Global Network (EGN) for Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. EGN serves as a caring peer group network that offers hundreds of executives and business owners a secure and confidential haven where they can openly share their professional challenges, receive meaningful support, and learn valuable insights from one another in a collaborative environment.
Nick is genuinely enthusiastic about supporting and uplifting his local community in various meaningful ways. He has taken on the roles of volunteer and fundraiser for the Samaritans of Singapore (SOS), which is a vital suicide hotline service in Singapore that provides crucial support to those in need. Additionally, he actively participates in frequent community service activities for a support group dedicated to assisting individuals who face challenges with problem drinking. Now in his third year of recovery, he has also become an International Coaching Federation (ICF) certified coach. He finds immense joy in working with executives, helping them navigate their career paths and make informed lifestyle choices that lead to personal and professional fulfillment.
Published: 2023-24-04
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