A Curious Mind
By Charles Fishman & Brian Grazer
The Secret to a Bigger Life. Simon & Schuster, 2015.
Summary of A Curious Mind book by Charles Fishman & Brian Grazer
A brilliantly insightful discussion about the power of being inquisitive, using Brian Grazer’s popular weekly “curiosity conversations” as a platform for this exploration of curiosity.
Chapters in A Curious Mind book summary
What do you get from this book? Curiosity is a gift that you can use to create a bigger and better life
Curiosity can be camouflaged, calm, innocent or urgent! Curiosity is everywhere
You should take the time to think like other people; curiosity gives rise to authenticity
Being curious means welcoming challenges to your point of view, and leads to disruptive business ideas and better collaborations
Asking questions and truly listening to the answers are critical components of healthy relationships and human connections
A curious person will be more persistent and confident, and can overcome any fears holding them back
Curiosity is a survival tool! Good storytelling relies on inspiring curiosity in others
Curiosity can be extremely powerful in public life, and people in power know that
Despite the incredible benefits of being curious, there are times when anti-curiosity is a necessity
Summary of the key insights
Selected critiques in brief
Final word
Unlock all 12 chapters of A Curious Mind — Get full access to this book summary and thousands more on Lobab.
A Curious Mind — Book Summary Snapshot
Who should read A Curious Mind book
- Professionals and business leaders
- entrepreneurs
- anyone who likes to learn
- people who want to improve their relationships with others
About the author of A Curious Mind
Charles Fishman
Brian Grazer is an acclaimed film producer; his films include A Beautiful Mind and Apollo 13. Grazer’s productions have been nominated for multiple Academy Awards and Emmys, and he has been listed as one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World. Charles Fishman is an accomplished journalist; he also wrote The Big Thirst and The Wal-Mart Effect.
Books similar to A Curious Mind
Related books that explore themes found in A Curious Mind
Kim Scott
Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity. St. Martin’s Press, 2017.
Edgar H. Schein
The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling. Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2013.
Karen Kimsey-House
New Skills for Coaching People toward Success in Work and Life. Davies-Black Publishing, 2007.
Topics related to A Curious Mind book
Explore topics that share themes with A Curious Mind across Lobab's library
Categories A Curious Mind book belongs to
Discover other book summaries in the same categories as A Curious Mind
If you liked A Curious Mind, you might also enjoy
Books on different topics that Lobab readers often explore alongside A Curious Mind
Rachel Carlton Abrams
Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love. Workman Publishing, 2019.
Belinda Luscombe
The Art and Science of Staying Together. Random House, 2019.
Isabel Allende
On Impatient Love, Long Life, and Good Witches. Ballantine Books, 2021.
Greg Behrendt
The No-Excuses Truth to Understanding Guys. Simon and Schuster, 2004.
Diane Poole Heller
How to Create Deep and Lasting Intimate Relationships. Sounds True, 2019.
Ed Catmull
Overseeing the Unseen Forces that Stand in the Way of True Inspiration. Random House, 2014.
Gary Chapman
The Secret to Love That Lasts. Northfield Publishing, 1992.
Ron McMillan
Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High. McGraw-Hill, 2002.
Peggy Orenstein
Navigating the Complicated New Landscape. Harper, 2016.
Tim Irwin
How Great Leaders Bring Out the Best in Others. Wiley, 2018.
Can't decide where to start?
With thousands of book summaries across multiple categories and topics, there's always something new to discover. Browse the full library to find your next great read.
Your library
All-you-can-read
Categories
15 categories
Topics
120+ topics
Today's free book summary
Every day, one book summary is completely free to read. Subscribe to unlock the entire library — or just enjoy today's pick on us.
The Joy of Missing Out
Tanya Dalton
A guide to clarifying what is important to you, prioritizing your time, and simplifying your tasks, in order to overcome stress and boost productivity in your life.
Library
All-you-can-read
Formats
Text & audio
Free daily
1 book / day
What Lobab readers are saying
Not sure if Lobab book summaries are for you? Here's what our community thinks.
“Lobab is a standout in the world of book summary apps, offering concise, insightful summaries of a wide range of books. Its user-friendly interface and well-crafted summaries allow users to quickly grasp the essence of complex works, making it an invaluable tool for those looking to learn more in less time. Whether for personal growth or professional development, Lobab is a game changer for anyone wanting to expand their knowledge efficiently. Highly recommended!”
Ramogh
Lobab Reader
“Top quality app with plenty of brilliant summaries!”
Benjamin Roche
Lobab Reader
“I found a really great book app that has made reading even more enjoyable ⭐️📚. It is super easy to use, has a lot of books to choose from, gives personalized recommendations, works well with e-readers, has an active community, and is accessible to everyone. I highly recommend it to all book enthusiasts!”
Nedal Ahmed
Lobab Reader