“There is a special place in hell for those who ask too many questions!” barked a school teacher at me after one too many questions for their liking.

This memory has stayed with me since that day, although it was only in later years that I realised that what I had been criticised for something that was really a strength – being curious.

I believe curiosity is both inherent (as seen when greeted with a succession of ‘why?’ questions when explaining something to a child) and can be learnt and flexed like a muscle (we can teach ourselves to pause and learn skills and tools to probe things to gain greater understanding).

I often get asked what drew me to coaching – one of the strong threads is my trait of curiosity. I value life long learning and am always in search of the ‘why’ – the need to explore and understand something on a deeper level.

COACHING AND CURIOSITY

Curiosity is integral to the coaching process and relationship – a catalyst for growth and the fuel that powers coaching conversations:

➡️ As a professional coach, my curiosity drives me to ask deeper questions, listen intently, and understand the unique contexts and challenges my clients face

➡️ For my clients, it encourages them to explore new perspectives, challenge their assumptions, and uncover hidden potential and opportunities

Creating a trusting, confidential, and safe environment in sessions, I work with my clients to foster a curious mindset, empowering them to:

🔍 Explore possibilities – curiosity opens doors to innovative solutions and creative problem-solving

💡 Embrace change – a curious mind is more adaptable and resilient in the face of change

📈 Achieve goals – by asking deeper questions, clients can gain clarity and focus on their true aspirations

If you’d like to get more curious about yourself, your opportunies and your goals, I’d love to explore this with you.

How does curiosity play a role in your life?