DiscoverThe Learning Future Podcast with Louka ParryCuriosity, Community, and Educational Transformation with Jeff Wetzler S9E4 (124)
Curiosity, Community, and Educational Transformation with Jeff Wetzler S9E4 (124)

Curiosity, Community, and Educational Transformation with Jeff Wetzler S9E4 (124)

Update: 2025-06-17
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What if the key to transformative leadership lies not in having answers, but in asking the right questions?

How can embracing curiosity over certainty revolutionize our approach to education and organizational growth?

In this episode, Jeff Wetzler delves into the transformative power of asking questions and how it can unlock hidden wisdom within organizations and educational systems. He introduces the “Ask Approach,” a five-step method designed to foster deeper understanding and innovation by tapping into the insights of those around us. Jeff shares personal anecdotes and professional experiences that highlight the importance of curiosity, psychological safety, and active listening in leadership and learning. Listeners will gain practical tools to enhance their decision-making processes, build stronger relationships, and drive meaningful change in their communities.

Jeff Wetzler is an expert in learning and human potential, with over 25 years of experience spanning business and education. He is the co-founder and former co-CEO of Transcend, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming learning environments through human-centered design and innovation. Prior to Transcend, Jeff served as Chief Learning Officer at Teach For America and worked as a management consultant at Monitor Group, advising Fortune 500 companies. He holds a Doctorate in Adult Learning and Leadership from Columbia University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Brown University. Jeff is also the author of Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs in Leadership and Life.

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Curiosity, Community, and Educational Transformation with Jeff Wetzler S9E4 (124)

Curiosity, Community, and Educational Transformation with Jeff Wetzler S9E4 (124)

Louka Parry & Jeff Wetzler