Coaching for Leaders
732: How to Find What’s Missing, with Jeff Wetzler
May 5, 2025
Jeff Wetzler, co-founder of Transcend and an expert in human potential, shares powerful insights on enhancing leadership through curiosity. He emphasizes that what we often overlook are our unchallenged assumptions and how they can impact our organizations. The discussion reveals how curiosity not only fosters empathy but also sparks vital questions that lead to breakthroughs. Wetzler also reflects on a transformative Uber encounter, highlighting the importance of dialogue in overcoming biases and the role of open communication in nurturing team dynamics.
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Quick takeaways
- Organizations risk overlooking critical insights due to unchallenged assumptions, highlighting the importance of curiosity and deeper understanding in leadership.
- Engaging with diverse perspectives fosters transformative conversations that can bridge divides and challenge preconceived notions, enriching leaders' insights.
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The Risks of Assumptions
Organizations face significant risks when leaders cling to unchallenged assumptions. Often, it is not the unknown factors that pose the greatest danger, but rather those assumptions that are taken for granted. Leaders must be vigilant in recognizing that their perceptions may be limited and that numerous important details may be overlooked. This awareness is essential to fostering a leadership culture that prioritizes curiosity and the pursuit of deeper understanding.
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