Stay Curious Stay Relevant

Never return the way you came.

This is a philosophy I adopted while living in London. I love walking especially in new cities, and when I worked in Soho, I spent countless evenings wandering, intentionally avoiding retracing my steps. This simple habit transformed my experience of the city. I discovered hidden alleys, shortcuts, and the small wonders that reveal themselves when you’re willing to explore.

I’m naturally curious—I think we all are. But somewhere along the way, adulthood tends to smother that instinct. We stop looking around like we used to.

We stop discovering new music (“They don’t make songs like they used to”).We stop trying new things (“Back in my day, we did it this way”).We dismiss trends we don’t understand (“Kids these days are just taking endless selfies”).

But pause for a moment and really think. Is any of this actually true? What if you got curious again?

There’s loads of great new music waiting to be discovered.There are amazing new ways of doing things. And yes, the “kids” may take a lot of pictures, but those images often showcase incredible creativity and serve as content on the modern-day cave wall see Youtube/TikTok.

Sure, the world is speeding up. What was true yesterday might be obsolete tomorrow. But here’s the good news: staying curious allows you to spot opportunities the gatekeepers haven’t noticed yet. In fact, curiosity isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.

The old ways of working, learning, and earning aren’t enough anymore. Things are changing, and if you’re worried about falling behind, you might be right. But don’t panic. You already have a superpower to navigate this: curiosity.

How to Reignite Your Curiosity

1. Revisit an old interest. Look into how it’s evolved.

2. Explore your industry. Actively research trends and innovations.

3. Investigate other industries. Consider areas you’ve always been intrigued by.

Even small acts of curiosity can snowball. You’ll start to notice more, learn more, and, most importantly, stay relevant. In doing so, you’ll also observe how uncurious many others have become—especially in older age brackets. Staying curious isn’t just a survival skill; it’s a path to fresh opportunities.

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A Book to Start With: A Curious Mind

Brian Grazer, a renowned producer behind some of Hollywood’s biggest hits, attributes his success to curiosity. His book, A Curious Mind, delves into what he calls “The Curiosity Conversation,” a practice he developed to meet fascinating and influential people. From rock stars to politicians, his curiosity has been the key to opening doors and starting his career.

This method is worth exploring. I’ll admit, as an introvert, I find it challenging. Taking a different path home is one thing; striking up a conversation with someone I barely know is another. But I’m working on it—trying to grow, stay relevant, and get smarter.

Why not read A Curious Mind and try it with me?

Curiosity won’t kill you. It might even save you.

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