Cracking the Curiosity Code

Who knew? Curiosity isn’t just for cats—it’s the secret sauce for thriving leaders! In this episode, KVJ sits down with Mike O'Reilly—a former CFO turned executive coach—to explore how curiosity can fuel great leadership, create vibrant workplace cultures, and inspire personal growth. Mike dives into the transformative power of curiosity as both a value and a skill, sharing compelling stories, actionable insights, and practical advice for professionals at any stage of their career. With plenty of relatable moments and hands-on tips, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to level up their leadership game!In this episode, you will hear:Defining curiosity as a value and a skill.The role of curiosity in building trust, empathy, and engagement.Strategies for fostering curiosity in yourself and others.Tools for leaders to balance curiosity with action and execution.Frameworks to measure curiosity within organizations.Using values assessments to align personal and professional goals.Encouraging leaders to build psychological safety and seek genuine feedback.Learn more about Mike O'Reilly: LinkedIn (Mike O’Reilly): https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-o-reilly-tu/Website (The Preston Associates): https://www.theprestonassociates.com/LinkedIn (The Preston Associates): https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-preston-associates/Learn more about KVJ | Tough Day   Website: https://tough.day/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kvonjan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.