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The Dolphin

People · Connection · Harmony
The great encouragers. Warm, authentic and idealistic, Dolphins are at their best in supportive, harmonious environments - inspiring the people around them and quietly making the world a kinder place.

Who the Dolphin Is

Dolphins tend to thrive in harmonious, supportive environments where their authentic and relaxed approach to people and tasks can shine. Whether in the classroom, workplace or broader community, they generally do their best work when they feel valued, understood and free from unnecessary conflict or negativity.

Naturally creative and people-focused, Dolphins are often drawn to areas where they can express themselves and inspire others. They may excel in fields such as art, writing, performance, communication or any role that allows them to connect with people and make a meaningful contribution.

Dolphins are highly attuned to the emotional needs of others and are often the first to notice when someone is struggling or feeling left out. They frequently identify with the underdog and can be strong advocates for fairness, inclusion and compassion. However, their ability to empathise can sometimes become a challenge when they absorb the emotions or problems of those around them.

Guided by a strong personal sense of values and ethics, Dolphins are often more concerned with doing what they believe is right than simply meeting the expectations of others. As they develop greater self-awareness, one of their important lessons is learning to care deeply about people without taking every problem, criticism or disappointment to heart.
Natural Strengths
  • Empathetic and deeply people-focused
  • Creative and highly imaginative
  • Idealistic, guided by strong values
  • A natural encourager who inspires others
Things to Watch
  • Sensitive to criticism and rejection
  • Avoids conflict to keep the peace
  • Can internalise other people's problems
  • May leave their own turmoil unspoken

The Inner World

Highly sensitive to their environment and the emotions of others, Dolphins generally have an innate dislike of unpleasantness and conflict. They will often go out of their way to maintain harmony and keep the peace, sometimes placing the needs or comfort of others ahead of their own.

What may remain unseen, however, is their own inner turmoil. In their desire to avoid conflict or upset those around them, Dolphins can leave their own feelings unexpressed. An important part of their personal growth is learning that maintaining harmony does not always mean remaining silent, and that expressing their own needs and feelings can be just as important as understanding those of others.

'Peace at all costs, may not really be peace at all'

At Work

In a supportive environment, Dolphins tend to approach people and situations with sensitivity, care and compassion. Under prolonged stress, however, they can sometimes behave in ways that seem completely out of character. Feelings that have been held inside may eventually surface, causing them to become unusually critical, defensive or, on occasion, lash out.

Dolphins generally respond best to gentle guidance and the opportunity to explore what they are feeling. Helping them regain perspective and redirect their emotional energy towards something positive can be particularly effective.

Dolphins are often motivated by a strong sense of purpose and personal values. Channelling their energy into a cause, project or goal they genuinely believe in can help restore their sense of meaning and direction.

At any age, Dolphins tend to be idealists. Beneath their desire for harmony is often a genuine belief that people, relationships and the world around them can be better. When supported to express their feelings constructively, this idealism can become one of their greatest strengths — inspiring them, and often those around them, to make a positive difference.

At School & As Leaders

At School
Because relationships are so important to Dolphins, the connection they have with a teacher can significantly influence their engagement. When they feel that a teacher genuinely cares about them, they are often prepared to work hard to avoid letting that person down.
At Work & As A Leader
Dolphin leaders need to learn that purpose and performance do not need to be opposites. By combining their natural empathy and ability to inspire, with clear goals and practical outcomes, they create workplaces where people feel valued while still achieving meaningful results.

Go Deeper With the Dolphin

To discover more about what it means to be a Dolphin, download one of our 14-page professional reports - available in three levels to suit all age groups.

Meet the Other Animals

Every team is a mix of all four. Discover how the Dolphin works alongside the rest.

The Eagle

Vision · Strategy · Clarity
Curious, logical big-picture thinkers driven to master what they pursue.
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The Kangaroo

Action · Energy · Courage
Playful, spontaneous and hands-on, thriving on movement and variety.
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The Wombat

Reliability · Practicality · Stability
Dependable and organised - practical doers who are happiest knowing the rules.
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