The Decisive Driver
Lion
Bold · results-focused · takes charge.
A System, Not a Seminar
Understand yourself, your people, and how they shift under pressure.
A shared, kind language for individuals, families, and teams — insight that doesn't end when the workshop does.
An introduction
Welcome to the Zoo
The Framework
Four ways of showing up at work.
Everyone leans toward one or two natural styles. Zookeeper names them with four animals — not boxes, but a shared, kind language for how people each operate, especially when things get hard.
The Quick Spark
Lemur
Fast · curious · brings energy and momentum.
The Steady Builder
Elephant
Methodical · reliable · trusts the process.
The stabilizing connector
Dolphin
Perceptive · collaborative · keeps people in sync.
Most teams are a mix — and that mix is the point.
The Promise
Assess everybody.
Most groups only ever assess a few people, because cost gets in the way past the first handful. Zookeeper is built so you can include every team, every level — even your whole family — without that being the reason you stop. No one left unread.
Find Your Path
Wherever you're starting from.
Three real entry points. Pick the one that fits why you're here.
For Individuals
For you & your family
Understand yourself, then the people closest to you. Take it, bring in a partner, kids, or housemates, and see how you fit together.
Coming soonFor Leaders
For your team
Assess your whole team and see how it really works together — strengths, friction, and how it shifts under pressure.
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Become a Certified Zookeeper
Learn to read the full report and lead the conversations it opens — for your own org or as a coach.
Talk to usWhat People Say
Real teams. Real shifts.
"If building high-performing teams is your goal, the Zoo assessment is a worthwhile and necessary investment."
"A fun way for my team to understand themselves and how to interact with each other. We learned about our strengths and the potential for burnout, and adjusted roles to ensure the team's success."
"I've put over 100 people through the program. The magic of the Zoo is the simplicity of identifying animals — I've been through several similar assessments, but nothing ever stuck."
"Incredibly insightful, fun, and transformative. I gained valuable insight into my own work style — and the tips I learned made projects move more smoothly."
From Nivalmi Consulting
Looking for something more hands-on?
Zookeeper is part of Nivalmi Consulting. For facilitated workshops, manager training, or a custom program, our team can build it with you.
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Let's start a conversation.
Tell us a little about your team or your interest in becoming a Certified Zookeeper. We'll get back to you personally.