By talking to 23 top chefs, representing 12 nationalities, all ranked by recognised industry review organisations like the Michelin Guide or The World’s 50 Best Restaurants List, he developed three leadership categories/archetypes that he believes can be transferred to leadership in the corporate world as well.

Can you find yourself in them?

The Passionate Nonconformist

The Passionate Nonconformist integrates enthusiasm and optimism with a clear vision and purpose and has a burning desire to drive positive results. Nonconformist leaders are constantly looking to do better. They have a clear purpose and continue to take their dreams to higher levels.

Determined Eagle Eye

The Determined Eagle Eye can maintain a broad view of their operations, but at the same time, rely on their self-determination and ability to look at the details, preventing, anticipating or acting quickly with resilience and in response to day-to-day challenges. Their obsession with perfection drives them to fulfil their vision. They lead with the precision and vision power of an “eagle eye” to see things objectively, the way they are, rather than the way they wish or fear them to be.

Trusted Coach

The trusted coach integrates the leadership constructs of interpersonal relationship, meaningful work and individual consideration, including generous personal attention and mentoring across all levels of skill development, behaviour and style. They strive to create an open and sharing environment where individuals can express themselves freely, collaborate and learn from each other. They instil respect and trust onto their teams as key elements to eliciting hope, attachment and fun.

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