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E3: The Boldest Thing a Leader Can Do: C...

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In a world addicted to certainty, the most radical thing a leader can do is get curious. 
 
In this episode of The Modern Culture, Cari and Leah explore Courageous Curiosity—the principle that unlocks innovation, trust, and self-mastery. But this isn’t about asking more questions. It’s about asking better ones—the kind that disrupt old narratives, challenge outdated systems, and spark real transformation. 
 
This principle isn’t just about how you lead others. 
It’s about how honest you’re willing to be with yourself. 
 
In this episode, we explore: 
  • Why most leaders unknowingly abandon curiosity in favor of control
  • The difference between surface-level questions and transformational inquiry
  • The neuroscience of curiosity and how it rewires your leadership approach
  • What happens when you choose exploration over ego
  • A powerful case study of a leader who changed everything by staying open
  • Three micro-practices to rewire your reflex toward control
  • How Courageous Curiosity creates safety, innovation, and depth in your culture
 
This episode is a permission slip and a challenge. 
You don’t need more answers—you need better questions. 
And you need the courage to ask them. 
 
Integration Challenge: 
For the next 7 days, ask one uncomfortable question a day. 
Start with yourself. Then extend it to your team, your relationships, your strategy. 
Let curiosity do what certainty can’t. 
 
Watch: https://youtu.be/VcDWZMfnfYk 
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