Innovation is a key driver of progress and growth for any person, in any field. To be a successful Everyday Innovator, you need to be curious, open-minded, and willing to explore new ideas and approaches.

Bridging the curiosity gap can help you do just that by giving you the tools and mindset you need to be a stronger, more effective Everyday Innovator.

So, what exactly is the curiosity gap?

It’s the gap between what we know and what we want to know.

It’s a powerful force that drives us to seek out new information and experiences. When we encounter something that piques our interest or sparks our curiosity, we’re motivated to learn more and to fill in the gaps in our knowledge.

Bridging the curiosity gap is all about finding ways to satisfy our curiosity and learn more about the world around us. This can involve seeking out new experiences, exploring new ideas, and challenging our assumptions and beliefs. By doing so, we expand our knowledge and understanding, and we become better equipped to innovate and create.

Here are a few ways that bridging the curiosity gap can help you be a stronger Everyday Innovator:

1. It fuels creativity and imagination.

When we’re curious, we’re more likely to think differently and come up with new and innovative ideas. By constantly seeking out new information and experiences, we keep our minds fresh and engaged, and we’re better able to make connections between seemingly unrelated ideas and concepts.

2. It encourages experimentation and risk-taking.

Innovation requires taking risks and trying new things. By bridging the curiosity gap, we become more comfortable with the unknown and more willing to take chances. We’re less likely to be held back by fear of failure or uncertainty, and we’re more likely to take calculated risks that can lead to big rewards.

3. It fosters a growth mindset.

When we’re curious, we’re always looking for ways to improve and grow. By embracing the curiosity gap, we cultivate a growth mindset that values learning, exploration, and experimentation. We’re more likely to seek out feedback, learn from our mistakes, and continuously push ourselves to be better.

4. It helps us stay ahead of the curve.

Innovation is all about staying ahead of the curve and navigating change. By bridging the curiosity gap, we’re better equipped to spot emerging trends, technologies, and ideas before they become mainstream. We’re more likely to anticipate changes in our industry or field, and we’re better positioned to adapt and thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Bridging the curiosity gap is a mindset that can be developed and nurtured over time. It requires a willingness to embrace the unknown, to seek out new experiences, and to challenge our assumptions and beliefs. By doing so, we become stronger, more effective innovators who are better equipped to drive progress and growth in our respective fields.

Let me be the first to help you leap the curiosity gap (and not get stuck in the traps)…

Join our global community of Everyday Innovators and access the tools, insights and support you need to adapt, innovate and win in uncertain times. Join the Everyday Innovators Online Toolbox for next 24 Hours ONLY (ends 6.6.23 12pm EST) and get a free 30-minute mini-course on bridging the curiosity gap. It comes out Sunday, but only to those that are members.

Discount code is “curiosity.” Works on individual and group purchases.

Here’s to not just bridging the gap, but leaping across it with ease and velocity! Tamara