Leadership Metaphor
Purpose
Use metaphor to surface unconscious beliefs about leadership
How to Use
1. Lay out Leadership Metaphor Cards (diverse images). 2. Ask a focusing question: 'Choose an image that represents your leadership right now.' 3. Participants pick their card and share the story behind their choice. 4. Ask: 'What does that metaphor tell you about what's working and what isn't?' 5. Participants choose a second card: 'What image represents the leader you want to become?' 6. Close with a commitment about one concrete shift.
Created by Various (narrative coaching tradition)
When to Use
This tool is suited to the following coaching and facilitation contexts:
| Context | Relevant |
|---|---|
| Individual Coaching | |
| Team Coaching | |
| Leadership Development | |
| Facilitation / Workshop | |
| Online / Virtual |