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Episode 73: Curiosity At Work with Kenny Toh

April 18, 2025 • Lisa Partridge • Season 6 • Episode 73

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If you're feeling stuck in your current role or simply want to reignite your passion for learning, this episode is a must-listen.

Kenny Toh is an international leadership and organisational development consultant, facilitator, and executive coach with 30 years of experience. His career spans Accenture, founding multiple ventures, and now leading Bridge Partnership’s Asia Pacific operations. A curious lifelong learner, he partners with global clients on leadership and transformation. Outside of work, Kenny enjoys hiking, open-water swimming, photography, and writing, combining his love of travel with meaningful, purpose-driven work.

Here are just a couple of tips Kenny shares:

The Power of Unlearning: One of the most memorable moments in our conversation was when Kenny shared his personal journey of learning to swim freestyle. He highlighted the necessity of unlearning old habits to make way for new skills. This concept is equally applicable in the workplace. As we navigate changes and challenges, we must be willing to let go of outdated practices and embrace new approaches. Remember, what got you here won't get you there!

Look Inward, Outward, and Expand Your Circle: a simple yet powerful framework for reigniting curiosity: look inward to discover what brings you joy, look outward to explore new interests, and expand your circle by connecting with diverse people. This holistic approach not only enhances our personal growth but also enriches our professional lives. By staying open to serendipity and random stimuli, we can fuel our curiosity and creativity.

As always, we’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! When was the last time you felt truly curious or energized by something new, and how might you create more space for that in your daily life?

Timestamps:

[00:01:35] Defining Curiosity at Work
[00:01:46] Curiosity in Career Growth
[00:02:07] Kenny's Career Adventures
[00:04:05] Following Curiosity Through People
[00:04:22] Navigating Fast-Paced Changes
[00:04:54] Strategies for Continuous Learning
[00:08:03] Importance of Unlearning
[00:08:21] Unlearning to Learn Freestyle Swimming
[00:12:28] Three-Part Strategy for Business Recovery
[00:14:19] Fostering Curiosity in Organizations
[00:15:21] Asking Deeper Questions
[00:17:20] Appreciative Inquiry and Solution-Focused Approach
[00:18:07] Meerkat Moments
[00:19:19] Practical Tips for Reigniting Curiosity
[00:22:30] Staying Open to Serendipity

Resources:

https://www.globalcuriosityinstitute.com/

Kenny’s Blog: https://kennytoh.com/

Connect with Kenny:

Website: https://bridge-partnership.com/

Email (work): Kenny.toh@bridge-partnership.com

Email (personal): Kennytoh1970@gmail.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennytoh/

Instagram: @the_miloist

Connect with Lisa:

Website: https://www.sixcomms.org/

Email: lisa@sixcomms.org