Synopses & Reviews
As leaders or parents (or both), navigating difficult conversations is part of our job description.
Review
Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Taberner Siggins have drawn on their extensive experience as executive coaches to help all of us learn to pause, take a breath and, instead of thoughtlessly reacting, assuming, judging or blaming, begin to get curious. In "The Power of Curiosity", they offer thoughtful guidance and practical tools that get to the heart of the matter: clarity, understanding and real human connection. -- Brigid Schulte, New York Times Best Selling Author of "Overwhelmed: Work, Love and Play when No One has the Time", Washington Post staff writer
Conflict resolution is essential to innovation, it is how you get to the bleeding edge of what is possible. How leaders navigate their way through conflict, lead their teams and ask the questions needed to out perform, out design and out create in their field can make or break them. "The Power of Curiosity" is the leadership handbook for the 21st century giving you a simple step by step method to have real conversations that navigate conflict with innovative outcomes. -- Daymond John, Fashion Mogul and Investor on ABC's' Shark Tank
"The Power of Curiosity" nails it! It is exactly how every successful person I know lives or strives to live their life. A must read for anyone who wants to start applying practical tools, align with their values and achieve successful, innovative outcomes. -- Joey Gibbons, The Gibbons Hospitality Group
I own two businesses and have always felt like an ineffective boss. I knew my product was successful, but I had trouble delegating and motivating my staff. After reading "The Power of Curiosity", my relationships with my staff have completely changed. I no longer dread having to have meetings with my employees, instead I am excited to hear their thoughts and learn from them. My business has only become stronger, and my work environment is more creative and dynamic. My team is now passionate about their work--and the only thing I modified was approaching each situation with curiosity. Using the tools "The Power of Curiosity" has taught me, not only helps me be a better boss, it helps me be a better person. My husband, family and friends all feel more heard, seen and understood. By using the tools in this book, you open yourself up to learning more about your co-workers, your loved ones and yourself. A true gift. -- Sue Bell, Founder of Giggles and Grass Stains Creative Learning Center
Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Siggins's work on being present when we listen to others, and choosing how to listen, has had a profound impact on my conflict resolution work as a mediator and negotiation trainer. "The Power of Curiosity" is a must read for learning how to apply these skills to our difficult conversations, and indeed all our conversations--to listen better, truly understand and connect with others, and move forward in our relationships--whether negotiating a large business contract, acting as a leaders in our organizations, or enriching our personal relationships. -- Colleen Cattell, ENS International Negotiation Consultant
Synopsis
Author has developed an online presence with website www.instituteofcuriosity.com.
Facebookpage: https://www.facebook.com/instituteofcuriosity
LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/kathytaberner and www.linkedin.com/pub/kirsten-siggins/b/8b7/385/
They have hosted a blog for over two years. They will turn excerpts from the book into blog posts and a link to buy the book. Will develop a guest pitch to provide to podcasters they have identified and create a presence on Goodreads.
Created a list of contacts to be accessed: a) Prominent and credible women leaders and mothers who will read and provide reviews for the book once completed. b) Media personnel, with focus on women as potential interviewers, specifically those who promote and/or write about women
Continue scheduling speaking engagements, targeting women's groups that focus on women in business, women as leaders, women as mothers, women and wealth, women in the arts, women in film etc., at meetings and conferences. They have several presentations scheduled for the next 6 months.
Will participate in two book launches in the US in Los Angeles and New York and two in Canada in Toronto and Vancouver.
Mother/daughter connection: The authors are looking at companies, bloggers, and organizations that share this mother/daughter interest with the idea of creating cross-promotions. Some blogs include: The Orange Rhino Challenge: 365 Days to Yell Less and Love More, Life with 2 Boys, Scary Mommy, A Cup of Jo, Positively Present.
Writing an article for an online yoga site that supports a holistic approach to wellness.
Partner with other JV Insiders: they are launching a partnership with 'Insiders' with MP3 offerings to support members of the dating community. Offer to carry out interviews on Internet radio, write articles for online journals, speak at online forums and in-person conferences. Identify and approach organizations focused on developing communication and/or leadership skills and coaching skills for managers, to create speaking opportunities and incorporate our book as a recommended reference for their courses.
Write articles and submit them to journals and marketing magazines. We will approach the Costco Connections Magazine where a link to our site would be provided.
Synopsis
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 is the innovation-driving, emotion-calming skill that comes so 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 Taberner and Kirsten Taberner-Siggins introduce the Curiosity Skills and a full, step-by-step process to use anytime, even when potentially challenging conversations arise. In 'The Power of Curiosity' you'll learn:
How to be fully present in every conversation, even when distractions abound
The fie listening choices you always have available, whether at home, work, or school
Specific calming strategies to access when negative emotions run high
A step-by-step process to transform potential conflict into relationship-building opportunities."
About the Author
Kathy Taberner is a former occupational therapist with a MA in Leadership and a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation, Kathy has been a facilitator/trainer and coach in leadership development for the past ten years. After recognizing how crucial curiosity was to understanding others and building relationships, she and her daughter Kirsten Taberner Siggins co-founded the Institute of Curiosity, a coaching and training organization that helps individuals learn and apply the skills of curiosity to their personal and professional relationships. Kathy lives in the Okanagan Valley and Vancouver with her husband.Kirsten Siggins is a certified executive coach and a member of the International Coaching Federation, with experience in the entertainment industry (Warner Music London, American Idol, AOL RED, and producing events, photo shoots, and commercials) and the business world. Regardless of industry or context, Kirsten believes curiosity is essential to personal success, growth, innovation, health, and happiness, and co-founded the Institute of Curiosity with her mother Kathy Taberner in 2014. Kirsten lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two children.
Table of Contents
Part One: The Curiosity Skills
Chapter 1: Why Curiosity?
Chapter 2: Be Present to ABSORB
Chapter 3: Choose How to Listen
Chapter 4: Ask Curious Open Questions
Part Two: Using Curiosity to Understand Yourself
Chapter 5: Define Your Values
Chapter 6: Identify Your Wants and Set Appropriate Boundaries
Chapter 7: Connect Your Values to Your Emotions
Chapter 8: Access Your Calming Strategies
Part Three: Using Curiosity to Understand Others
Chapter 9: The Million-Dollar Answer