The Authentic Organization

7Pillar 4: Curiosity

Pillars 4 and 5 are different from the earlier Pillars. These Pillars take the building blocks we have laid and elevate them to new heights by providing structured opportunities for continuous learning, innovation and creativity.

Pillar 4 is Curiosity and is dedicated to igniting a culture of innovation and curiosity within your organization. It places significant emphasis on the power of reflective practice, feedback and the pursuit of learning and development.

In our global study, a surprising 51 percent of respondents revealed that the organizations they work for do not actively encourage them to reflect on and learn from their work, both as individuals and within teams. The question arises: are these organizations missing out on valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth and innovation?

In this chapter, you will journey into the heart of Curiosity. We will delve into the transformative world of Curiosity Sessions, providing guidance on how to run these effectively and outlining the crucial ground rules needed to ensure their success.

Let's begin our exploration of Curiosity and its role in igniting a culture of innovation and continuous learning within your organization.

Pillar 4 Framework

First Principle: This is how we improve what we do. This is the fundamental concept on which Pillar 4 is based.

Dimensions. Pillar 4 is built upon a single Dimension, providing a lens through which we explore and measure the First Principle. Within ...