EP 193: Develop Curiosity That Unlocks Your Next Killer Idea - Evette Cordy
Why curiosity is a crucial attribute for great leaders and how to develop it.
Evette Cordy is as an adventurous problem finder, so much so that she named her book "Cultivating Curiosity." Evette promotes businesses growth by showing us the way to breakthrough innovations. She is a registered psychologist with a thorough understanding of consumer behaviour. Evette has facilitated new thinking in companies and industries in every sector. Curiosity is key, and here we discover the what, why and how.
Here's what we discuss in this week's show:
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Products or companies we discuss are not paid endorsements. They are not sponsored by, nor do we have any professional or affiliate relationship of any kind with any of the companies or products highlighted in the show.... sadly! It’s just stuff we like, think is cool and maybe of interest to you our listeners.
“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!”
― Hunter S. Thompson, The Proud Highway: Saga of a Desperate Southern Gentleman, 1955-1967
Evette Cordy is as an adventurous problem finder, so much so that she named her book "Cultivating Curiosity." Evette promotes businesses growth by showing us the way to breakthrough innovations. She is a registered psychologist with a thorough understanding of consumer behaviour. Evette has facilitated new thinking in companies and industries in every sector. Curiosity is key, and here we discover the what, why and how.
Here's what we discuss in this week's show:
- When people ask Evette what she does, how does she like to reply?
- What made Evette curious about curiosity?
- What is the difference between research and curiosity?
- Seth Godin said that creativity is a competitive advantage. Do we value it as such?
- Why is curiosity harder to find today as a trait in leaders?
- How do I know I am truly curious?
- What is a day in the life of a truly curious person?
- The book talks about becoming a problem finder, not a problem solver. Does that scare some people?
- What is the best way to ensure we are solving the right question?
- How do we improve our problem diagnosis skills?
- "It’s time to stop solving problems and get curious about finding them." How do we do that?
- What is a real insight for Evette?
- Where does discipline meet curiosity? Is there a direct link?
- How do we create curious moments?
- How do we foster a curious mind in our children when their attention is splintered?
- There are rules, protocols, systems and laws to keep us in the status quo. How does a curious person see being a disruptor?
- Are silence and listening tools we can use positively for curiosity?
- What advise would Evette give to herself now at the start of the 1997 Australian 400M hurdles champs?
- What is Evette’s definition of curiosity?
The Mojo Radio Show - © Gary Bertwistle & Darren Robertson
Products or companies we discuss are not paid endorsements. They are not sponsored by, nor do we have any professional or affiliate relationship of any kind with any of the companies or products highlighted in the show.... sadly! It’s just stuff we like, think is cool and maybe of interest to you our listeners.
“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!”
― Hunter S. Thompson, The Proud Highway: Saga of a Desperate Southern Gentleman, 1955-1967
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Evette Cordy
https://evettecordy.com
Ralph Steadman on YouTube
https://austinkleon.com/2018/08/07/ralph-steadman-in-the-studio/
The Mojo Radio Show
http://www.themojoradioshow.com
The Mojo Radio Show on Facebook
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The Mojo Radio Show on Twitter
https://twitter.com/tmrspod
The Mojo Radio Show
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The Mojo Radio Show Answering Machine
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