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The Evolution of Alliances: Why Smart Leaders Build Coalitions, Not Empires
Episode 4429th May 2025 • The Mammoth in the Room • Nicolas Pokorny, PhD, MBA
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As leaders, our instinct might be to dominate, but true power lies in finding complementary strengths and negotiating shared wins. Today, we explore how coalitions, not empires, are nature's secret to enduring power. The evolutionary truth is simple: groups that collaborate grow stronger together, while those driven by dominance alone eventually crumble. 

Throughout history, from the Allied powers in World War II to modern corporate partnerships like Starbucks and Spotify, coalitions have proven to be the key to long-term success. Leaders who build ecosystems of cooperation create lasting, sustainable success for everyone involved. 


Tune in now to learn how to embrace collaboration and lead with wisdom to create a long-lasting legacy. Remember to order my book, The Mammoth in the Room, to understand how evolutionary truths influence modern leadership and behavior.


In this episode:

- The evolutionary advantage of cooperation

- Strategies for leading through alliances

- A recap of primal instincts in leadership



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