I happen to be a kind of inquisitive guy and when I see things I don't like, I start thinking why do they have to be like this and how can I improve them?
WorkInnovationDesignCuriosityImprovementCritiqueProblem solving
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Curiosity drives improvement by questioning why things are as they are and how to fix them. This highlights a proactive problem-solving mindset.
- In plain terms
- I question things I dislike to find ways to improve them.
- What can you take from it?
- Question norms to drive improvement.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What bothers you?
- How would you fix it?
Another view
Constant critique can lead to dissatisfaction without action.
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