Praise
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2025
What a practical guide! This book is a quick read with a good, solid path to follow. It includes important life issues and steps to move beyond them. I love the little summaries at the end of each chapter. The advice is doable, practical, and beneficial for resetting your internal compass back to YOU.
From the Ring to the Boardroom is one of the most moving and courageous books I’ve ever read. You can feel the heart poured into every word—this isn’t just a story, it’s someone’s soul laid bare. The author takes you through incredible highs and devastating lows, and it’s impossible not to be moved by the honesty and vulnerability.
It’s clear he loved very deeply. That kind of love—the kind that fights, believes, and keeps showing up—is rare. If only more men loved like this… if only more men showed up like this. It’s heartbreaking to read how much pain he endured, and it’s even harder to accept that someone with such a good heart went through so much. A good man doesn’t deserve that kind of hurt—but wow, what a comeback.
The resilience is inspiring. Every time life knocked him down, he got back up with more heart, more fight, and more fire. This isn’t just a memoir—it’s a testament to strength, love, and refusing to stay broken.
Highly recommended for anyone who’s ever loved hard, lost deeply, fought with internal demons and had to find the courage to rebuild.
This book is a game-changer for anyone battling anxiety, overthinking, or self-doubt - it teaches you to lead your mind instead of fighting it. Kevin’s powerful metaphors and practical tools make complex emotions feel manageable and deeply human.
5.0 out of 5 stars Escaping toxic love
Reviewed in the United States on 10 September 2025
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This book is a straightforward, easy-to-read, and deeply practical guide for anyone who has found themselves in a toxic relationship. The author doesn’t write like a psychologist using complicated jargon, but like someone who has lived through the experience and wants to share what they’ve learned. Each chapter breaks down a specific manipulation tactic (love bombing, gaslighting, blame shifting, silent treatment, smear campaigns ...) showing not only the words and behaviors but also the hidden meaning behind them. Realistic examples make the patterns easy to recognize, while explanations help readers understand why they feel so confused, guilty, or trapped. What makes the book truly valuable is that it goes beyond exposing manipulation: it provides concrete steps to break free, rebuild self-trust, and redefine what healthy love looks like. It reads like a survival handbook for anyone seeking clarity, healing, and the strength to walk away from emotional abuse.
5.0 out of 5 stars A Powerful Guide to Spotting and Escaping Narcissistic Abuse
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 September 2025
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This handbook delivers a clear, structured breakdown of manipulative tactics—love bombing, gaslighting, guilt trips, and more—while offering practical steps to break free. The balance between psychological insight and actionable advice makes it a valuable resource for anyone struggling with toxic dynamics. Empowering, eye-opening, and compassionate, it equips readers to recognize red flags early and reclaim control over their lives.
From the very first page, Leaving the Boardroom grabbed hold of my heart and didn’t let go. I felt every emotion—grief, love, loss, and ultimately, hope. Kevin Gill’s story spoke to me on such a personal level.
I lost my mum to cancer when she was young, and the pain of that loss never really fades—it just changes shape. Reading Kevin’s journey through heartbreak, illness, and the struggle to rebuild hit so close to home. His raw honesty about grief and the quiet courage it takes to keep moving reminded me that healing isn’t about forgetting—it’s about learning to live again, even when the heart still aches.
The parts about making life-altering work decisions, especially while dealing with toxic people and the toll it takes on your health, felt so relatable. I’ve been there—trying to keep everything together while slowly falling apart inside. Kevin’s words gave me comfort and perspective; they reminded me that walking away isn’t weakness—it’s sometimes the bravest thing you can do.
This isn’t just a memoir—it’s a mirror for anyone who’s ever lost someone they love, struggled with burnout, or had to rebuild from the ashes. It’s beautifully written, deeply human, and full of truth.
If you’ve ever needed a reminder that broken does not mean beaten, this book is it. I truly couldn’t put it down.