A Tool for These Uncertain Times
It is especially important in these times to embrace a “questioning mindset”—an attitude or disposition that is curious, open to new information, and willing to ask challenging questions.
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Round up: Recent questioners and quotes
Here’s a round-up of a few of the questioners and quotes we spotted from the past six months, in case you missed my original posts on the firehose that is Twitter.
Humble Inquiry: The best kind
Edgar H. Schein’s excellent book “Humble Inquiry: The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling” reminds us that good questioning often requires that we set aside ego.
The Rise of the Curious Leader
Welcome to the era of the curious leader, where success may be less about having all the answers and more about wondering and questioning.
Ever wonder what curiosity can do for you?
A look at how the tendency to wonder and inquire is a secret to success for Hollywood producers, entrepreneurs, and innovative designers.
What is curiosity? A new book provides rich insights
Ian Leslie’s fascinating and important new book Curiosity highlights for me the interesting relationship between questioning and curiosity, with the latter tending to inspire the former.
What happened when young Woz asked “Why”
Steve Wozniak has lots of stories. But the ones I found most interesting have to do with Wozniak’s curiosity as a boy. When he would ask his engineer father questions, the answers changed Wozniak’s world. Whose world have you changed lately?
Can you see the opportunity right in front of you?
A repost of my HBR.org article about releasing your inner George Carlin in order to innovate.
Recommended books on creativity, innovation, critical thinking, leadership, and more…
Recommended creativity and innovation books, with a special emphasis on questioning. Designed to inspire and enlighten.
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