Out of the Question: How Curious Leaders Win – book summary

This book, Out of the Question: How Curious Leaders Win seemed tailor made for me. I’m a question asker, note taker, contemplative listener, and a life-long learner. The authors Guy Parsons and Allan Milham wrote this book for leaders who need to engage with their teams and improve results through optimal interactions. From leadership styles to productive conversations, it’s all here in this one volume. These authors expertly portray with clarity the differences between Knowers and Learners. They basically focus on Leaders who are called Knower Leaders or Learner Leaders, but they also bring into the picture unique ways to be a leader of Knowers and Learners.Out_of_question_book cover
The authors also talk about the power of the pause. “Ask yourself how often, when things don’t go according to plan, you pause to reflect and learn before charging forward.” If you want to have a productive conversation turn off the reactionary noise, and pause.
“Asking questions is a way to take a trip through uncharted territory as opposed to be trapped on a prescribed route.” The idea of a journey rather than a trip is enticing. As long as the destination is known, the trip becomes more of an adventure when the specific course is undefined. This is, in essence, the advantage of always learning and being grounded in a learning mindset.
The key for the leader is to be a Learner Leader and cultivate a learning culture in their organization.  If you are a leader, being a Learner Leader will keep you on track to engage, inspire, innovate, and win.
To read more about this book, the full summary is posted at bizcatalyst360.comhttps://bizcatalyst360.com/out-of-the-question-how-curious-leaders-win/

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