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In this episode we chat with Kirsten Siggins and Kathy Taberner, co-authors of 'The Power of Curiosity'. You can find out more about their work at www.instituteofcuriosity.com or follow them on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstensiggins/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/instituteofcuriosity/).
In episode 1 of season 5, we discuss the attribute of curiosity and why it is important for good decision making. You'll also hear a short excerpt from our interview with Kirsten Siggins and Kathy Taberner - the full interview is available as a bonus episode.WHAT TO DO?You can enhance (or revive) your innate curiosity by:asking questions (don't let your pride quench your curiosity)getting outside and redeveloping a sense of wonder at the amazing world we live inidentifying gaps in your knowledge - acknowledging what we don't know can help us to be curiousunderstanding that curiosity will uncover some interesting options that you might never have otherwise considered LINKSCurious to learn more about curiosity? Here's links to some interesting articles:https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220831-curiosity-the-neglected-trait-that-drives-success https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/six_surprising_benefits_of_curiosity https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4635443/ IN OUR NEXT EPISODE...In episode 2 of this season, we'll be discussing why it is beneficial to be 'purposeful' when it comes to making important decisions. Don't miss it!
In Episode 55, The Occupational Philosophers again chat with another ‘delight' of guests, Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Siggins Mmmm, sounds interesting. Tell me more…. Kathy and Kirsten are the Mother/Daughter Founders of the Institute Of Curiosity and with a name like that, we just had to have them on the show!! And a little more information about them both: Kathy Taberner: Coach, Author, Speaker, MA, CEC, PCC. Kathy enjoys hiking, skiing, kayaking, and sharing delicious food and wine with family and friends. Kirsten Siggins: Coach, Author, TEDx Speaker, BA, CEC. Kirsten is a curiosity nerd, wannabe chef, and adventurer who loves a full table and all things design. Both are the co-authors of “The Power of Curiosity” - How To Have Real Conversations That Create Collaboration, Innovation and Understanding' (Yes, they are as nice as they sound!) In this episode, they explore: Why curiosity should be at the heart of all conversations When a professional's back is up against the wall, they hear their parent's voice come out of their mouth. Why we need to get curious and not furious Three essential curiosity skills to use in conversations Why Gremlins can be our biggest obstacle to becoming more curious How setting the intention to be curious can change everything Why we need to be more curious and less furious Why checking bathing costume fabric is so important As always, there are some great thought experiments including Mother and Daughter Bingo with “Who said that?” Links https://www.instituteofcuriosity.com/ https://www.instituteofcuriosity.com/about-kathy-taberner-kirsten-siggins/ https://www.facebook.com/instituteofcuriosity/ The Occupational Philosophers hope you enjoy the show (they really enjoyed making this episode of their not-so-serious business podcast.) And as The Occupational Philosophers always say: stay curious, make stuff, play more, have fun, and date life. Say Hello to the OP's www.occupationalphilosophers.com Their day jobs JOHN: https://www.bowlandconsulting.com/ SIMON: www.simonbanks.com.au SIMON SHOWREEL: https://youtu.be/YZQdJI6qGvg
Does it sometimes seem like your children only hear a small portion of what you say? Turns out that's probably true. And in this episode, you'll learn the simple secret to fixing that. With better communication you'll gain a better understanding of your child's world. Once that happens problems get solved. Even long-standing problems that previously seemed impossible to solve. In this podcast Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Siggins discuss the power of curiosity and how becoming curious completely changes communication. Improving relationships, productivity, innovation, and much more. Get all the show notes and the special offer Kirsten mentions at https://www.learningsuccessblog.com/podcast/understand-your-childs-world-kathy-taberner-and-kirsten-siggins-podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/phil-weaver7/message
In this Episode C.D. and Amanda take some time to reflect on the last year and look forward to 2019. This is the longest show notes and link list we've done by about 200%. So we've pulled our 2 call-outs to the top of the list! 1. We are collecting ideas for the 2019 SKill Series. If there are skills you think we should add to the list let us know @overconflict or www.facebook.com/overconflict 2. Happiness by Aminatta Forna is the CoRe Reads holiday book club pick. Read it with us over the holidays. C.D. Co-Chaired the BC CLE Conflict Resolutiuon Conference 2018 - Evolving Practices for Changing Times Amanda has been studying Conversational Intelligence with Judith Glaser. Judith passed away last week and will be greatly missed by the entire CIQ community. You can find out more about Judith and her work at www.conversationalintelligence.com As we begin a season filled with family visits we are reminded of some of the great advice from Episode 24 - Curiousity for Better Holidays with Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Taberner Siggins Skill Series Did you enjoy last year's skill series? Are there skills you really think we should do next year? Let us know which ones you would love to see covered @overconflict C.D. and Amanda found a different set of last year's series really useful Which were your favourites? We've gathered them all here for you just in case you want a refresher! Episode 25 - Spotlight on Paraphrasing with Luke Weisner Episode 26 - Spotlight on Effective Questions with Cinnie Noble Episode 27 - Spotlight on Reframing with Stephanie Grunze-Swanson Episode 28 - Spotlight on Boundaries with Lorraine Segal Episode 29 - Spotlight on Assertiveness with Dr. Michael Talbot Episode 30 - Process Management with Gordon Sloan Will you join C.D. and Amanda in reading Happiness by Aminatta Forna for CoRe Reads? CoRe Reads is a holiday book club for Conflict Resolution professionals. This year's book was chosen through a consensus process led by Wendy Lakusta You can see the full video of Wendy Lakusta's facilitation here, after watching the video myself I plan to read all 3 books over my holidays! Julie Daum - Happiness by Amminata Forna Aaron Leakey - Blindness by Jose Saramago Darsey Meredith - Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi Julie Daum, CoRe Reads, C.D. and Amanda will be debriefing the book in January, date to be determined. We will announce the date once we know it on twitter and in our newsletter. Have a Wonderful Holidays! Talk Soon!
This week we discuss the power of curiosity to change the dynamics of family gatherings. We speak with Kirsten Taberner Siggins and Kathy Taberner, a mother daughter coaching and writing team, about their experience using curiosity in coaching. They share some strategies and insights to employee with our close relations as we come into the holiday season. Institute of Curiosity Their book is The Power of Curiosity The first 2 chapters are available free online though the Institute of Curiosity here or more information about the book here. Find Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Taberner Siggins online @InstofCuriosity or on facebook. How are you going to use curiosity to tranform your holidays? Let us know @OverConflict
In Case You Missed It, a look back at a series of great episodes featuring the founders of the Institute of Curiosity, Kathy Taberner & Kirsten Siggens. Kathy and Kirsten are all about teaching folks how to embrace curiosity to enhance relationships and be more successful. In this series the mother - daughter team encourage us to not get caught in the trap of looking at people, and situations, through just one story. You will love this great series. Be Sure To Visit www.instituteofcuriosity.com Give Your Kids The Gift Of Reading
Workshop Wednesdays with Host Tony Gambone - Guests Marlena Hunter, Katy Taberner / Kirsten Taberner Siggins: Marlena Hunter is currently a Marriage and Family Therapist working in private practice in California. She is the co-author of the book "100 Ways to Overcome Shyness" set to release in bookstores August 17, 2015. 100 Ways to Overcome Shyness is a must read for shy individuals who desire to change their thinking and change their behavior to achieve a richer, fuller life. In 2011 she graduated from Argosy University with a Master of Arts degree in Psychology, specializing in Marriage Family Therapy. In 2008 she graduated from University of California Riverside with Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Taberner Siggins are mother/daughter certified executive coaching team and the founders of the Institute Of Curiosity, a coaching and training organization that helps individuals stay curious and connected in conversations personally and professionally. They are also the authors of The Power Of Curiosity: How To Have Real Conversations That Create Collaboration, Innovation and Understanding (Morgan James, 2015). Kathy & Kirsten have been featured in Fast Company, Inc.com, Huffington Post Blog, Expert Elevation Radio, Mom’s Magazine, Breakfast Television Vancouver, and more.
Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Taberner Siggins are a mother/daughter executive coaching team and founders of the Institute Of Curiosity, a coaching and training organization with a focus on communication skills and curious conversations. After 10 years of coaching leaders in organizations, they recognized how crucial curiosity was to understanding others and building relationships personally and professionally. Kathy and Kirsten are the authors of “The Power of Curiosity: How To Have Real Conversations That Create Collaboration, Innovation and Understanding” and have been featured in Fast Company, Inc.com, Huffington Post Blog, Moms Magazine, Smart Coos, Expertpreneur Radio and Vancouver Breakfast Television. Join us in our Author's Alley on August 26th at 10amPT/1pmET and anytime in archive on #WoMRadio - the show for mompreneurs - the new business woman. Thanks to our show sponsors today - Hope's Gift Closet and Pink Zebra Diva. You can find them and all of our sponsors in our Mompreneur Marketplace on our website.
The Power of Curiosity; How To Have Real Conversations That Create Collaboration, Innovation and Understanding with Kirsten & Kathy Taberner As leaders or parents (or both), navigating difficult conversations is part of our job description. How do we keep calm AND achieve a productive outcome, all while keeping our relationships intact? The secret is CURIOSITY. It's the innovation-driving, emotion-calming skill that comes naturally to us as kids, but gets buried so easily beneath our busy, multitasking lifestyles. The good news is that we just have to relearn what we already know! In The Power of Curiosity, mother-daughter executive coaching team Kathy and Kirsten Taberner Siggins give you both the skills and the method you need to stay curious and connected in every conversation. Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Taberner Siggins are a mother/daughter executive coaching team with a focus on curiosity in leadership development. After 10 years of coaching leaders in organizations, they recognized a need to leverage the curiosity skills that we already have in order to support our success – both personally and professionally. Together they founded the Institute Of Curiosity, a coaching and training organization that helps individuals learn and apply the skills of curiosity to personal and professional relationships. For more information visit: http://www.instituteofcuriosity.com/
Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Taberner Siggins are a mother/daughter curiosity expert team and the authors of The Power of Curiosity: How To Have Real Conversations That Create Collaboration, Innovation and Understanding (Morgan James 2015). Together they founded the Institute Of Curiosity, a coaching and training organization that helps individuals learn and apply the skills of curiosity to personal and professional relationships