Meet the ACTors!

They know what needs to be done; yet the right support seems out of reach.

Strengths: Strategic insights, strong ethical drive, proven track record

Challenges: Overwhelmed by demands, struggles to get resources, limited direction from above

If this is you, ask: What is in your control now and how might you get clear on the next small step?

If this is someone else: How might you help them find their next useful step without taking over?

They drive growth, change and innovation; yet their ideas can feel disruptive or threatening

Strengths: Innovative problem solver, embraces growth & experimentation, exemplifies work-life balance

Challenges: Communication gaps, struggles to articulate why, system rejects their candour

If this is you, ask: What might others fear or need and how could you help them feel safe?

If this is someone else: What might you both gain by collaborating on this change, even if it challenges you?

They are curious, capable and influential; yet they may lack context, clarity or resources

Strengths: Seasoned & successful, growth-oriented, ambitious & well-intentioned

Challenges: Hesitant to seek support, struggles with systemic awareness, unrealistic expectations

If this is you, ask: What becomes easier if you don’t need to supply all the answers? Who could help?

If this is someone else: If they could ease your biggest pressure, how might you work together?

They aim for excellence and innovation; yet operational challenges can make them retreat or tighten control

Strengths: Visionary & innovative, growth-oriented, aspires to inspire

Challenges: Inconsistent application, lacks role models, relapses under pressure

If this is you, ask: How might you provide the grounded leadership your team needs, even when the path ahead isn’t clear?

If this is someone else: How might you honour their ideals while helping them calmly evaluate what’s needed now?

They value trust and good standing; yet their actions can appear self-serving or inconsistent

Strengths: Articulates vision clearly, strategic influencer, removes systemic impediments

Challenges: Self-serving focus, inconsistent messaging, limited empowerment

If this is you, ask: What behaviour would help others see the strengths you want to be known for?

If this is someone else: What outcome could let you both succeed and what’s one step toward it?

They accomplish tasks efficiently; yet their lack of authentic engagement can reduce team connection

Strengths: Trusted & influential, results driven, inspired & skilled communicator

Challenges: Inconsistent motivation, compromised authenticity, creates team confusion

If this is you, ask: How might you communicate your current role’s value in a way that inspires progress?

If this is someone else: How might you find a common goal on which to anchor progress together?

They create safety and empathy in teams; yet focusing primarily on care can sometimes slow progress

Strengths: Ethical & human-centred, inspiring & nurturing, values-driven

Challenges: Vulnerable in misaligned environments, political navigation, requires ethical senior leadership

If this is you, ask: What clarity or boundaries would help others thrive, in addition to your compassion?

If this is someone else: How might you balance compassion with accountability for everyone’s success?

They bring insight, deep expertise and solutions; yet may excessively challenge or dismiss others’ ideas

Strengths: Deep domain expertise, effective expert mentor, confident & assured

Challenges: Identity tied to role, undervalues diverse perspectives, resistant to new approaches

If this is you, ask: What opens up when you treat your expertise as a starting point rather than a limit?

If this is someone else: How might you channel their expertise and shape the solution together?

They care deeply about quality and precision; yet perfectionism can block progress or collaboration

Strengths: Unyielding commitment to quality, diligent & detail oriented, strong work ethic

Challenges: Creates bottlenecks, inadvertently disempowers teams, hesitant to seek support

If this is you, ask: What does a “good enough” outcome look like and what fear is stopping you from accepting it?

If this is someone else: How might you invite their guidance without giving up your chance to learn and grow?