CuriosityBased

Curiosity at Work

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We all know curiosity is important, but how do we actually put it into practice in our professional lives? “Curiosity at Work” explores this question through 30-minute interviews with organizational leaders who share their insights and experiences on cultivating curiosity in the workplace. Join host Dr. Julie Pham as we uncover practical strategies and inspiring stories to help you ignite your own curiosity and drive innovation within your organization. New episodes every week!

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#8 Curiosity in supporting small businesses with Joe Sky-Tucker 07.10.2024 24:02

In this episode of Curiosity at Work, Dr. Julie Pham chats with Joe Sky-Tucker, CEO of Business Impact Northwest, to explore how curiosity shapes leadership and culture in the nonprofit world. Joe shares stories from his journey—moving from a micromanager to a leader who deeply listens to his team and finds creative ways to say "yes" whenever possible. Joe talks about the power of promoting from w...

#7 Curiosity in supporting storytellers with Jennifer Strachan 30.09.2024 28:21

In this episode of Curiosity at Work, Dr. Julie Pham is joined by Jennifer Strachan, CEO of inReach, a nonprofit organization that leverages the power of storytelling to reshape cultural narratives. Jennifer shares insights from her 25-year career in public and commercial media, including her experiences as an Emmy Award-winning producer. She discusses how inReach has navigated a major organizatio...

#6 Curiosity in public housing with Rachael Steward 23.09.2024 24:25

In this episode of Curiosity at Work,"Dr. Julie Pham sits down with Rachael Steward, the Deputy Director of Housing Operations at Seattle Housing Authority. Rachael brings a wealth of experience from her 20-year career in public service, including roles in higher education and public housing. She shares her insights on fostering curiosity in a diverse and dynamic workplace. Rachael provides an in-...

#5 Curiosity in hunger relief with Amythst Shipman 16.09.2024 19:51

In this episode of Curiosity at Work, Dr. Julie Pham sits down with Amythst Shipman, Director of Project Management at Food Lifeline, Western Washington's largest hunger relief organization. Amy shares her experiences and insights on how curiosity plays a vital role in their mission to fight hunger. Learn about the diverse roles within Food Lifeline, from warehouse employees to grant writers, and...

#4 Curiosity with HR consultants with Mikaela Kiner 09.09.2024 27:24

Join Dr. Julie Pham in this engaging episode of Curiosity at Work as she sits down with Mikaela Kiner, founder of Reverb, a people operations consulting firm. Mikaela shares her extensive experience in HR and entrepreneurship, offering valuable insights into cultivating curiosity, self-awareness, and clear communication in the workplace. Tune in to learn how Mikaela's approach to curiosity and rel...

#3 Curiosity for tech startup innovators with Elizabeth Scallon 02.09.2024 35:22

Join Dr. Julie Pham in an enlightening conversation with Elizabeth Scallon, a dynamic leader in the tech world. Elizabeth has an impressive background spanning higher education, startups, industry, and funding. Currently, she holds the title of Director of Corporate Incubation at HP, where she helps bring innovative ideas to life and make a significant impact. In this episode, Elizabeth discusses...

#2 Curiosity in municipal information technology with Jim Loter 27.08.2024 43:57

In this episode of Curiosity at Work, Dr. Julie Pham chats with Jim Loter, Deputy Chief Technology Officer at Seattle IT, about how curiosity drives innovation and fosters a positive workplace culture. With a rich background in higher education, local government, and libraries, Jim shares valuable lessons from his career. Jim discusses the importance of self-awareness, his journey from self-critic...

#1 Curiosity with managing municipal government with Joe Todd 30.07.2024 22:06

Join Dr. Julie Pham as she has an insightful conversation with Joe Todd, a longtime public servant and the Deputy City Manager at the City of Bellevue. Joe is also the vice chair of the African American Commission for Washington State. In this episode, Joe shares his journey, experiences, and the values that guide his leadership style. ✨ Episode Highlights: Building and nurturing enduring relatio...