Power of Curiosity in Leadership | Building Brave, Innovative Cultures from Jon Bassford’s Journey

In this enlightening episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast, host Andrea Joy Wenburg engages with Jon Bassford, a seasoned operations professional and entrepreneur renowned for his powerful curiosity. Jon delves into how his inquisitive nature has propelled his success—from law school to leading operations for venture-backed startups and global nonprofits.

Drawing insights from his book, The Curious Leader: Unlocking Innovation, Empowering Teams, and Driving Change, Jon explores how curiosity can:

Drive Innovation: Cultivate an environment where new ideas thrive.

Build Psychological Safety: Foster trust and openness within teams.

Empower Teams: Enable individuals to take initiative and ownership.

Enhance Decision-Making: Make informed choices that propel growth.

Create Adaptive Cultures: Develop organizations that can pivot and evolve.

Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner, this conversation offers practical insights to help you lead with intention and inquisitiveness.

How can curiosity shape better leaders? In this episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast by ‪@andreajoywenburg7707‬ , Jon Bassford shares how his deep curiosity has guided his journey—from law school to leading operations at venture-backed startups and global nonprofits.

Jon dives into themes from his book The Curious Leader, unpacking how curiosity drives innovation, builds psychological safety, and empowers teams to thrive. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner, this conversation offers practical insights to help you lead with intention and inquisitiveness.

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Website - https://jonbassford.com/
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