Tamara Woodbury speaks about the “masculine and feminine archetypes” and the need in the business world to find the best of both of those types. I believe the coaching leader is the perfect combination of the two.

While there are various interpretations of the male and female archetypes, I like to boil it down to a simple comparison. The masculine archetype is typically about conquering and dominating. The feminine archetype is about nurturing, sustainability and community.

Coaching leaders are strong and demanding, yet want to see their team members grow, thrive and reach their potential. The coaching leader has an almost parental relationship with their coachees.