A practical method for improving decision quality, collaboration, and innovation in complex environments.

What we do

We help leaders build the capacity to pause, observe, and think critically -- especially in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous situations. Through the Strategic Curiosity® method, we strengthen your ability to focus, make wise decisions, and translate insight into performance.

Why curiosity matters

Research shows that curiosity primes the brain for learning, creativity, problem solving, and optimal performance. But not all curiosity is equally valuable; it must be strategic to achieve real-world results.

A lack of curiosity can cost your organization millions in lost revenue, talent, ideas, opportunities, and preventable errors.

HOW CURIOUS ARE YOU?

Strategic Curiosity® is a multi-purpose power tool that sharpens your skills -- and it's an infinitely renewable resource. Whether you want to lead change, become a better leader, or cultivate more collaborative teams, Strategic Curiosity® can help you optimize performance.

Below, consider ways that Strategic Curiosity® can enhance routine business and leadership activities.

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INPUTS

The Strategic Curiosity Model® 3 + 7 = Results!

We begin with an online diagnostic to assess your 3 Prerequisites for curiosity and other factors that influence your effectiveness.

We discuss confidential results then use them to customize coaching or group education. You will practice and master 7 Mental Habits that improve...

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EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Improved Quality & Accuracy
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
De-biased Decisions
Emotional Intelligence
Innovation
Systems Thinking to Drive Strategy
Productive Relationships
Bottom line results!

Improve Quality | Reduce Costs | Develop Talent | Create Possibilities | Outpace Competitors

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This is curiosity with a purpose. Tying curiosity to performance, that’s the differentiator.

Chief Financial Officer/Client - $60B Firm

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Strategic Curiosity® is the ultimate tool for leader and organizational development because it operates at multiple levels -- neurological, psychological, relationship, and system levels. Dr. Myers’ evidence-based methods integrate management frameworks, social science research, and the liberal arts to equip you to be your professional BEST!

Manage complex systems
Realign to optimize performance
Cultivate an inclusive workplace

Overcome Inertia
Improve processes
Sharpen your strategic edge

Who it's for

Strategic Curiosity® is ideal for

Team building
Motivational Retreats
Diagnosing & Solving Problems
Leader & Talent Development
Refreshing Leader Capabilities

Strategic Curiosity® can help you and your team overcome inertia, improve communication, disrupt unproductive routines, identify biases, and work around cultures that undermine performance. Assessments heighten the team's awareness and sharpens decision-making.

You deserve a reflective pause to renew your skills!

Convenient and confidential remote coaching

In a confidential, supportive relationship, we begin with a conversation about your aspirations. A diagnostic assessment is conducted to create a bespoke Strategic Curiosity® engagement to help you achieve your specific goals.

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RESEARCH

Dr. Valerie L. Myers created Strategic Curiosity® based on two decades of research and a study of 27 hospitals and health systems. Her work integrates management science, psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and the liberal arts to address complex leadership and teamwork challenges.