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From Prison Psychology to Boardrooms
38 min
Leadership Psychology
Power
Self-Awareness
Coaching

From Prison Psychology to Boardrooms

January 8, 2025
38 min
Nick Kinley(Psychologist & Author of 'The Power Trap')

Award-winning psychologist Nick Kinley reveals why power changes leaders and how to avoid the silent traps that cause most leaders to lose their effectiveness. Essential listening for any leader seeking to stay grounded and human.

Episode Notes

Nick Kinley, author of "The Power Trap," shares his remarkable journey from working with high-security prisoners to coaching C-suite executives - and the surprising similarities he discovered.

Key Insights:

• Why power fundamentally changes how leaders think and behave

• The three silent traps that derail even well-intentioned leaders

• How to maintain self-awareness as your influence grows

• Practical strategies for staying connected to your team

• The role of feedback in preventing leadership blindspots

This conversation challenges conventional leadership wisdom and offers a fresh perspective on what it truly means to lead with integrity.

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