Have you ever felt your work colleagues sometimes act like animals? In this conversation, Jane and Adam take that idea literally, exploring what Jane's expertise on chimp behavior can teach us about how humans relate and organize. With grace and wisdom, Jane shares primal insights on how we acquire and keep power, the difference between being a leader and being a boss, and the role of patience in making discoveries and making a career. (Audio Only)

Jane Goodall on Leadership Lessons from Primates

Power struggles among chimpanzees reveal that aggressive alpha males lose their status quickly, while those who lead with intelligence and patience inspire loyalty. Human hierarchies mirror these patterns, as those who seek dominance alone rarely create lasting impact. Cultures thrive when both masculine and feminine strengths are valued, and patient observation opens doors to discovery. Every person, like every primate, leaves a daily mark on their community and environment.