Tilt: How Poker Reveals the Secrets to Resilient Leadership and Clear Decisions

By Chris McCarthy

What happens when pressure rises, emotions take over, and decisions still need to be made?

Tilt blends the psychology of poker with the realities of leadership to explore what really happens when we're under stress - and how to stay grounded when everything feels like it's moving too fast.

Drawing from years of lessons at the table and in the workplace, this book offers a clear, usable framework for making better decisions, managing pressure, and recovering quickly when the heat is on. It's not about bluffing your way through - it's about learning how to reset, read the moment, and lead with intention.

Inside, you'll discover practical ways to:

Recognize the signs of Tilt - in yourself, your team, or your organizationUse the 4Rs to reset your focus and regain momentumNavigate pressure without becoming reactive or rigidPlay the hand you're dealt with clarity and confidenceDesign systems that prevent chaos and support long-game thinking

Through real stories, practical models, and a metaphor that brings leadership to life, Tilt helps you lead with presence instead of panic - even when the stakes are high.

Whether you're in the middle of a tough decision, building a team, or just trying to keep it together in a chaotic moment, Tilt is a guide to staying clear, steady, and human when it matters most.

Because in leadership - just like at the poker table - it's not about having the perfect hand. It's about how you play under pressure.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FKTLSG6D
• ISBN13: 9798296055118
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 154 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"