01/16/2025

The Four Archetypes of Transformational Leadership

The need for transformational leadership has never been greater

Nine years ago, a simple dinner around a pot of pasta sauce sparked a journey that transformed my life—and the lives of thousands of others. More than 700 dinners later, from boardrooms to houseboats, I've learned one key lesson: The world doesn’t need more productivity hacks or complex frameworks—it needs more connection, gratitude and inspired leadership.

At every table, a pattern emerged. Great leaders—the ones who transform their teams, cultures and even themselves—embody four archetypes. These archetypes are not traits you have to be born with; they are small practices/decisions/habits that can be developed by anyone who aspires to lead with impact.

Whether you’re guiding a Fortune 500 team or mentoring someone over coffee, these archetypes—Reflective Listener, Insight Seeker, Connector and Strategic Empath—can help you build trust, unlock innovation and create lasting change.

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