Crafting Your Path: Embracing Curiosity in the Workplace | Ep. 5 with Annie Wood

Discover how to design meaningful learning experiences and whimsical events that foster connection and idea-sharing. Learn about the power of curiosity, authenticity, and vulnerability in professional growth. 🚀

In this episode, we speak with Annie Wood, a lifelong learner who, by following her curiosity and exploring her interests, designs experiences that empower people to have meaningful learning and connection. Annie believes weirdos are awesome and she proudly shares her weirdness with the world through not-your-average training and events that help people to meet, share ideas, and engage in valuable conversations! 🤩

With Annie, we talked about the power of encouragement, and creating supportive and empowering spaces for innovation and personal growth, in particular:
💡 The need for learning and curiosity to define and fulfill organizational goals.
💡 The impact of mentorship and encouragement in professional development.
💡 The importance of embracing one's unique traits and fostering curiosity to innovate and create supportive work environments.

Join us to learn from Annie's experiences and gain valuable insights on advancing your ideas within your organization!

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Timestamps:
00:00 Meet Annie Wood: Lifelong Learner and Experience Designer
01:01 Annie's Unique Career Path
04:04 Maximizer and Activator Strengths
05:07 Influencing Lives: Mentoring Stories
07:44 Curiosity in Students vs. Adults
09:16 Embracing Weirdness at Work
16:10 Creating a Culture of Curiosity at Tellwell
21:33 Dealing with Public Opinion
24:38 Challenges and Learnings from Team Retreats
28:47 Actionable Steps for Cultivators

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