From Prison Psychology to Boardrooms

In this episode, we’re joined by Nick Kinley, award-winning psychologist, leadership consultant, executive coach, media commentator, and author of The Power Trap: How Leadership Changes People. Broadcasting all the way from the United Kingdom, Nick brings over 40 years of experience across sales, marketing, HR, consulting, forensic psychotherapy, and global leadership development.This powerful conversation dives deep into:Why power changes people — often without them realisingHow leadership is becoming more performative and toxicWhy empathy declines the longer leaders hold powerThe link between power, ego, and risk-takingWhy leadership may be in a global crisisPractical tools leaders can use to stay grounded, human, and effectiveNick also shares practical, research-backed strategies for improving information flow, building trust, and avoiding the silent traps that cause most leaders to slowly become average rather than exceptional.⏱️ Timestamps0:05 Welcome & introduction0:22 Meet Nick Kinley2:00 From prison psychology to boardrooms3:19 The Power Trap explained5:35 Why power becomes toxic9:18 Leadership, accountability & social media14:59 Are we in a global leadership crisis?18:37 Risk-taking, ego & power27:26 The good news for leaders31:21 Practical leadership strategies that work35:33 Why you should read The Power Trap📘 Get the book: The Power Trap – How Leadership Changes People🌐 Website: nickkinley.com📚 Available on Amazon🔗 Connect with Nick on LinkedIn (link below)👉 If you found value in this conversation, please like, share, and subscribe — it helps us grow the channel and bring you more world-class conversations on leadership and human behaviour.