Have you ever noticed how your leadership style flips under pressure—sometimes you micromanage, sometimes you retreat, sometimes you charge ahead like you're putting out fires? 

That reaction isn’t random. It’s driven by an invisible operating system that's been with you since birth.

In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Rory Kilmartin—relationship researcher and founder of the Archetypal Relationship Academy—to explore a groundbreaking framework for decoding human behaviour through four archetypes: the gorilla, the wolf, the fox, and the sheep. 

Rory’s 19 years of research reveals how your dominant archetype influences your leadership, relationships, and even who you hire (or fire).

If you’re serious about improving the way you lead, communicate, and understand your team—and yourself—this one’s a game-changer.

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Chapters

00:00 Understanding Leadership Under Pressure

05:45 Introduction to Relationship Archetypes

11:07 Exploring the Four Archetypes

22:20 The Origins of Archetypal Nature

34:17 Applying Archetypes in Leadership

36:11 Navigating Business with a Long-Term Vision

38:32 Understanding Archetypes in Business

42:17 Case Studies: Transforming Teams through Archetypal Wisdom

45:10 Dynamic Nature of Archetypes in Personal and Professional Life

48:47 The Importance of Self-Awareness and Transitioning Roles

51:26 Leveraging Archetypes for Effective Leadership

56:18 Building Trust and Understanding in Teams

01:01:03 The Heart of Business: Understanding Team Dynamics

01:02:48 Conclusion: The Power of Relationships in Success

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