Curiosity is your secret weapon
EPISODE 5: CURIOSITY IS YOUR SECRET WEAPON
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EPISODE 5: CURIOSITY IS YOUR SECRET WEAPON
IN THIS EPISODE
Think cleverness is your career superpower? Think again. In this episode, we dismantles the myth that you need to be the smartest in the room, and reveals why strategic curiosity is often the real game-changer. From asking better questions to noticing hidden patterns, this one’s for the quiet thinkers, the question-askers, and anyone who’s ever been told to “stop overthinking.”
We’ll also unpack the 5 Curiosity Styles and how they can give you the edge when it comes to learning fast, influencing wisely, and making bold, intentional career moves.
YOU'LL LEARN
Why curiosity beats clever in fast-moving careers
How to spot your own curiosity style—and what it unlocks
The hidden link between curiosity and confidence
Why “being interested” builds more influence than “being interesting”
TOOLS MENTIONED
Curiosity Style Quiz (take it, laugh, then use it!)
The Curiosity Compass Handbook (sent after the quiz)
BOLD MOVES
Add a curiosity question to your next team meeting
Ask someone how they solved a problem you’re facing
Try someone else’s curiosity style for a day, then reflect
Use “What am I not seeing?” as your new career unlock phrase
TIME STAMPS
00:00 The Power of Curiosity in Careers
01:54 Playing the Game of Career Choices
05:37 Types of Curiosity and Their Impact
11:31 Curiosity as a Career Accelerator
14:48 Practical Strategies for Cultivating Curiosity
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That’s where the magic lives.
If something clicked today, don’t let it stay a passing thought. Scribble it down. Say it out loud. Try it tomorrow, even if it’s messy. Especially if it’s messy.
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