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Tim Irwin, Ph.D.

DERAILED

Discover why even the most accomplished leaders fail—and how to stay on track when success threatens to derail you.
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What Will You Learn?

Leadership failure follows predictable patterns that awareness can prevent – Derailed by Tim Irwin shows why successful leaders spectacularly fail and how to avoid it.

This comprehensive leadership failure book summary and prevention strategies reveal:

  • Derailment Warning Signs - Recognize hubris, isolation, and ethical drift before crashes
  • Character Erosion Process - Understand how small compromises lead to catastrophic failures
  • Accountability Systems - Build safeguards preventing gradual leadership decay
  • Recovery Roadmap - Learn from derailed leaders who successfully rebuilt careers



What most summaries miss: Irwin proves 50% of executives will derail, but simple interventions prevent 90% of failures.

Prevent your Click.Apply.Grow™ derailment: Monitor warning signs. Maintain accountability. Stay grounded. Leaders using prevention strategies achieve 20-year tenures versus 4-year averages.

Stay on track. Lead longer.

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About the Author

Tim Irwin, Ph.D. is a leadership psychologist, author, and trusted advisor, widely recognized for shaping how leaders build influence, resilience, and impact.

As the author of acclaimed books such as “Impact” and “Extraordinary Influence,” he has guided Fortune 500 executives, boards, and high-performing teams to unlock their full potential and lead with purpose.

What sets him apart: He bridges the science of psychology with practical leadership strategies, equipping organizations to thrive in complex, high-stakes environments.

Companies applying his methods report deeper employee engagement, stronger organizational health, and measurable performance gains.

The leadership psychologist who helps executives move beyond authority to create lasting influence and extraordinary results.

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