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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: Designed for control, buckling under strain
Chapter 2: Six archetypes that upend the myth of the average modern worker
Chapter 3: Quit managing workers as if they’re all identical
Chapter 4: Leaders carry their unique wiring, energy — and stress
Chapter 5: Quit designing roles for the average worker
Description
The Archetype Effect (2025) reveals why traditional approaches to work – designed for predictability and control – no longer fit today’s workforce. Drawing on research with over 48,000 people across 19 countries, it introduces six archetypes that capture the wide range of motivations people bring to their jobs. It shows how these patterns shape everything from performance and stress to leadership styles, and how redesigning work around what energizes people can unlock deeper engagement, better teamwork, and more meaningful careers.
Who Should Listen
- People leaders trying to unlock team potential
- HR and talent professionals redesigning work systems
- Workers and coaches exploring motivation and career fit