What’s in a name?
I chose the name “Curious Impact” intentionally to place it at the intersection of “intellectual curiosity” and “leading a positively impactful life.” Specifically, I want to grow a global community of “curious impact-makers”!
Over the years, I have met many incredible people all over the world. Some of the most fascinating are the ones striving for intellectual growth, always questioning what they hear, learning from other people’s experiences, and researching when they reach the limits of their knowledge. Some of the most inspirational are the ones fighting for causes greater than themselves, always giving selflessly for the betterment of society or the protection of others.
However, the most powerful people are those who combine the two.
Yes, they possess intellectual curiosity about the world around them, but they also turn that knowledge into action. Yes, they sacrifice themselves for a greater good, but they also remain open-minded to new ideas and perspectives.
These individuals are my heroes and role models. I hope my writings here will help foster a global community of fellow “curious impact-makers.”
I have mine, but what about yours?
When Simon Sinek presented his now-famous “Start with Why” TEDx Talk in 2009, he launched a revolutionary way of thinking about personal and organizational motivation. I have found that every single “curious impact-maker” I have met in my travels has their “why”.
Mine is “to help humanity become a multi-planetary species while improving life here on Earth.” This is the single common thread that has tied together the entirety of my otherwise scattered life. It is what drives my intellectual curiosity, and it is what focuses my desire to make a positive impact on the world.
What is your “why”?
Can you clearly articulate it?
Does it wind itself throughout your entire past, present, and future?
Do you feel confident sharing it with others, especially strangers?
I hope that some of the writings I share here will help you discover, refine, and grow your “why” … and connect with others traveling a similar path. There are over eight billion people on this planet, but we need more like you … a “curious impact-maker”!
Let’s do this!
I am truly excited to begin this Curious Impact journey, and I look forward to the many conversations I hope to have with you along the way.
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