Are you mainly operating from curious by achievement?
Wiveka G?ransson
Turning curiosity into clarity, confidence, and purposeful action.
If so, you’re not alone - most people who take the Curiosity ladder quiz find themselves at this stage. It’s easy to get stuck here because society often teaches us that success is measured by external achievements - things like job promotions, financial gain, and academic accomplishments. We’re told that recognition comes from meeting expectations, staying within boundaries, and delivering measurable results.
But what if there’s more? What if there are deeper, more fulfilling stages of curiosity just waiting to be explored?
You see, there are three more steps beyond achievement - stages where curiosity becomes a guiding force that leads to greater joy, purpose, and authenticity. And when you move beyond curiosity driven by achievement, you don’t just gain confidence, joy, and purpose - you also build a foundation for sustainable success. Success that is not just about ticking boxes, but about living with flow and fulfilment in every step you take.
By becoming aware of where you are on the curiosity ladder, you can begin taking conscious steps toward more meaningful exploration and growth.
?? Take our free quiz - it takes just 5 minutes and will show you which stage of curiosity you’re mainly operating from. Why not make it a fun team exercise? A fun way to spark discussion, self-reflection, and growth together.
The secret to growth?
Asking curious questions is one of the most powerful ways to grow. It’s not just about curiosity for curiosity’s sake - it’s about using it as a tool to better understand yourself, uncover what drives you, and discover how you can move forward with more purpose and clarity, as well as learning more about those around you and the world.
Recently, I’ve been reflecting on the word anti-pattern. It’s a term that doesn’t sit well with me, and I asked myself: Why do I react so strongly to it? When someone presents an anti-pattern as a hard rule, I feel the urge to challenge it. Am I just being difficult, or is there something deeper going on?
Maybe it’s because when anti-patterns are framed as absolute truths, they can create rigid boundaries. I realised I prefer to explore, test, and question things rather than accept that something should never be done again. What didn’t use to work might work now.
Do you ever pause to ask yourself why you react to things a certain way? ??
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What curious things are happening at Curious Creator?
There’s always something new and exciting going on. From workshops to inspiring events, we’re always finding new ways to spark curiosity and help you, your team, or organisation grow.
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How can we curiously co-create?
At Curious Creator , we work with individuals, teams, and organisations to spark curiosity and growth. Whether on-site or online, we offer everything from inspiring talks and interactive workshops to personalised coaching - all aimed at helping you thrive. Explore our range of curious services
If you're curious about how we can work together, I’d love to hear from you. Reach out to me, Wiveka, and let’s explore how we can create a more curious culture together.
Simply be curious – your essential guide
Curiosity is a lifelong journey, and sometimes all it takes is a spark to get your whole team thinking differently. In Simply be curious, you’ll find practical tools, inspiring stories, and fresh insights to help everyone embrace curiosity in both their personal and work lives.
Whether you’re looking to spark more creativity, bring out authenticity, or find a stronger sense of purpose as a team, this book is the perfect guide. Simply be curious helps your team reflect, ask questions, and open up to new ideas.
Why not get a copy for the whole team and see what happens? ??
Live a life full of wonder - the future belongs to curious minds.
Wiveka - Curious Creator Pioneer