In this episode of the Leadership Sovereignty Podcast, Ralph Owens and Terry Baylor engage with Shachella James, a seasoned technology leader, as they discuss the pivotal role of curiosity in leadership and personal development. Shachella shares her insights on how curiosity can drive innovation, foster inclusion, and enhance leadership effectiveness. The conversation explores practical principles for cultivating curiosity in both personal and professional contexts, emphasizing the importance of asking the right questions and creating a supportive environment for learning and growth.

Takeaways
- Curiosity is essential for progress and innovation.
- Asking powerful questions can accelerate careers.
- Leaders should prioritize learning over knowing.
- Curiosity can elevate conversations and relationships.
- Shifting focus from problems to possibilities fosters growth.
- Encouraging personal agency empowers individuals.
- Building a culture of curiosity enhances team dynamics.
- Curiosity can boost confidence and visibility in leadership.
- Effective questioning engages and includes others.
- Curiosity is a key driver in STEM education and diversity initiatives.

Chapers
00:00:00 Curiosity That Accelerates Your Career
00:00:46 Welcome and Meet Shachella James
00:03:27 Half Marathons, Health, and Resilience
00:05:21 What Curiosity Really Means in Leadership
00:07:19 Curiosity in Parenting and Early Careers
00:08:51 Three Curiosity-Driven Leadership Principles
00:10:15 Ask to Elevate, Not Incriminate
00:12:28 Turning Problems into Possibilities and Ownership
00:13:26 Building a Culture of Curiosity at Work
00:14:37 Confidence, Visibility, and Being the Only One in the Room

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