A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life – Brian Grazer

"Life is not about finding the answers; it's about asking the questions." 

Brian Grazer is known as one of Hollywood's most successful producers (he is the one with the crazy hair). In the '80s, he teamed up with Ron Howard and eventually started Imagine Entertainment. With A Curious Mind, Brian reveals that curiosity has been the "secret" that fueled his rise as one of Hollywood's leading producers and creative visionaries and how all of us can channel its power to lead bigger and more rewarding lives. The path of his career and the way curiosity informs it makes for fascinating storytelling, especially in the book's final section, where Grazer details his encounters with Princess Diana, Norman Mailer, Lew Wasserman, Barack Obama, and more. 

As an extremely curious person, I loved this book, and it resonated with how I navigate the world. Here are some of the key takeaways: 

• The best way to meet powerful, influential people is by asking them to participate in a "curiosity conversation." 
• Curiosity and persistence will guide and fuel you on your path through life. 
• Curiosity enables profound connections with other people. 
• Never order people to take the lead; ask them questions that encourage them to lead. 
• Asking questions reveals your true values. 

A Curious Mind offers a blueprint for how we can awaken our own curiosity and use it as a superpower in our lives. Whether you are looking to strengthen your management style, uncover a new source of creativity, or navigate a new path, the lessons in this book prove that the power of curiosity can change your life. 

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