Be A Curious Leader

In leadership, curiosity is not just showing a passing interest—it’s a superpower! 

Imagine approaching each interaction with wide-eyed wonder, seeking to understand, learn, and connect.  This is also a superpower that is assuming the best intentions which helps transform the organization and relationships.

Assuming positive intent assumes others are competent, responsible, and share the desire for the organization’s best outcome. When you assume positive intent, you seek validation, not contradiction while validating your assumptions and reinforcing trust.

Curious leaders listen actively, seek to understand, and explore diverse viewpoints.  The questions build bridges, not walls.  Along these same lines is encouraging feedback without prejudgment. They learn from miscommunication and seek positive intent even in poor behavior. Feedback is viewed as a way to improve. 

Curious leaders dig deeper and explore the “why” behind actions and decisions and challenge assumptions to challenge conventional wisdom or the status quo.  

By inquiring, actively listening, and placing trust, you unleash the untapped potential within both you and your team.