Hi, we’re Helen Zink and Dr Cathryn Lloyd. We work closely with leaders and teams, and we know that leaders face an array of challenges. We’re sharing a series of 10 coaching superpowers for leaders to experiment with.
We’ve broken them down into two categories:
5 Mindset superpowers: How you think and show up.
5 Behavioural superpowers: What you do, your actions.
These superpowers often blend together.
⭐ Superpower 2: curiosity
Curiosity stimulates growth, innovation, and team success. A curious mindset fosters exploration, learning, and collaborative problem-solving. Embracing curiosity means asking genuinely curious questions, seeking diverse perspectives, and encouraging your team to share ideas and concerns without fear of judgment. It empowers team members to think critically, take ownership of their projects, and find creative solutions to complex issues.
Curiosity doesn’t just lead to better outcomes; it creates a culture where every voice is heard and valued, fostering collaboration and deeper connections.
A few ways to build curiosity:
💡 Listen actively: Stop talking and start listening.
💡 Ask open ended questions: Begin with what, how, why and tell me more.
💡 Encourage diversity: Actively seek alternative and counter opinions.
This superpower is linked to superpower one, self-awareness. If curiosity doesn’t come naturally, it requires a high level of self-awareness and practice to adopt a curious mindset.
📌 Practical tip
At your next team meeting share a challenge you are grappling with and encourage the team to share their insights and collaborate on solutions. Let them know you are genuinely curious to hear their points of view.
Afterwards, reflect and ask yourself what new ideas came up?
Small exercises like this help you become a more thoughtful and curious leader. Stay tuned as we share more coaching superpowers.
We’d love to hear how you are experimenting and applying these ideas.
Image: Cathryn Lloyd
