760: The Kind of Curiosity Leaders Often Miss, with Shannon Minifie

The podcast explores the critical distinction between intellectual and relational curiosity in leadership and organizational effectiveness. Shannon Minifie, CEO of Box of Crayons, highlights how pervasive fear and the inability to contend with disagreement significantly disrupt the workplace, leading to lost productivity. The discussion emphasizes that while intellectual curiosity focuses on acquiring knowledge, relational curiosity aims to support and connect with others, fostering trust and empowerment within teams. Leaders are encouraged to shift their mindset from providing answers to facilitating insights, creating space for team members to contribute and take ownership. The conversation underscores the importance of asking "what" questions rather than "why" to promote discovery and relinquish control, ultimately relieving leaders of the burden of constantly providing solutions.