Values archetype
The Leader
Inspires action and steps up when direction is needed.
What it means
If your values point to The Leader
Leaders put Leadership, Influence, Achievement and Accomplishment first, often with Authority, Status and Visibility. If this is your archetype, you step forward when a group needs direction.
You find fulfillment in guiding others toward shared goals and making decisions that create positive change.
An archetype is a lens on how your values tend to show up. It is not a label, and it is not the whole of you. Two people with the same archetype can hold quite different values.
The values behind it
Which values lead to The Leader?
Your archetype comes from your top five values, in the order you ranked them. Each of the 48 values leans toward one or more archetypes, and your higher-ranked values count for more.
Characteristic values
Accomplishment
The earned satisfaction of work completed well.
Achievement
Setting demanding goals and reaching them.
Authority
Taking responsibility for decisions that matter.
Influence
Using your voice to shape thinking or behavior.
Leadership
Guiding and inspiring others toward a common goal.
Status
Earning a respected place among your peers.
Visibility
Being seen and recognized for who you are.
Often alongside them
- Advocacy
- Courage
- Reputation
- Risk-Taking
- Wealth
Browse all 48 in the values cards.
Living it
Five ways to honor The Leader
- Take initiative in challenging situations
- Develop your communication and influence skills
- Mentor others and share your knowledge
- Make decisions with confidence and integrity
- Create vision and direction for teams or projects
Worth asking yourself
- 1What are you leading toward, and who chose the destination?
- 2Who are you preparing to lead after you?
- 3Where would listening move things further than deciding?
In the Values App
Is this your archetype?
The free assessment reveals your top five values in about three minutes, with no sign-up required. A free account then unlocks your archetype, your Values Story and your personal dashboard.
The full Leader guide is part of Premium. It covers strengths, blind spots, and how to work with what drives you.
Common questions
What is the Leader archetype?
The Leader is one of eight values archetypes in the Values App. Inspires action and steps up when direction is needed. An archetype is a lens on how your values tend to show up. It is not a label, and it is not the whole of you.
Which values lead to the Leader archetype?
Accomplishment, Achievement, Authority, Influence, Leadership, Status and Visibility are characteristic of The Leader. Advocacy, Courage, Reputation, Risk-Taking and Wealth often appear alongside them.
Can I be more than one archetype?
Yes. When your two strongest archetypes score close together, your result is shown as a blend, for example The Leader with a Guardian current.
How do I find my archetype?
Take the free Values App assessment. Your top five values take about three minutes, and a few more questions unlock your archetype, for about nine minutes in total.
