Nick Jonsson MD at EGN Singapore & Best Selling Author
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Nick Jonsson – MD at EGN Singapore – Asia’s Largest Confidential Peer-Network & Best Selling Author
Nick Jonsson appears as a featured guest on The Dinis Guarda CitiesABC OpenBusinessCouncil Series Podcast, a global interview series that brings together influential leaders, thinkers, and change-makers shaping the future of business, leadership, and society.
Nick Jonsson is the Founder and Managing Director of EGN (Executives’ Global Network) Singapore, one of Asia’s leading confidential peer networks for senior executives and business owners. His work is driven by a deep belief that leadership should not be a lonely journey. Through EGN, Nick creates trusted environments where leaders can openly discuss challenges, gain perspective, and support one another in navigating both professional and personal pressures.
With over 23 years of experience spanning Asia, Australia, and Europe, Nick has worked closely with major international firms across a wide range of industries. His background includes international general management, direct sales, and marketing leadership, giving him a broad and practical understanding of how organizations operate across cultures and markets. This global exposure allows Nick to bring nuanced insights into leadership, decision-making, and business growth in complex environments.
In this conversation with Dinis Guarda, Nick shares his perspective on the evolving role of executive leadership in today’s fast-changing business landscape. He discusses the importance of confidential peer support for senior leaders who are often expected to have all the answers, yet rarely have safe spaces to reflect, reset, and grow. Nick explains how peer groups can help executives identify blind spots, manage pressure, and make better decisions by learning from the experiences of others facing similar challenges.
The discussion also touches on Nick’s passion for addressing executive loneliness, a topic he has become widely known for through his work, speaking engagements, and bestselling book. He highlights how isolation, stress, and unspoken struggles can impact not only leaders’ well-being but also organizational performance. By encouraging open dialogue and human-centered leadership, Nick advocates for a healthier, more sustainable approach to success.
Throughout the podcast, Nick emphasizes that strong leadership is not about perfection or control, but about self-awareness, connection, and continuous learning. His experience working across continents has shown him that while business contexts may differ, the human challenges of leadership remain remarkably consistent.
This episode of the CitiesABC OpenBusinessCouncil Series Podcast offers valuable insights for executives, founders, and aspiring leaders who want to lead with clarity, resilience, and purpose—while building meaningful connections in an increasingly complex world.
Published: 2021-08-04
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