“So, if I understand you correctly, you really thought you could put an end to all the fuss in your organization?”

Petra, a strong, impressive woman, sits in front of me. Six months ago, she stepped into the role of general director. She comes across as someone who knows exactly what she’s doing. But as I listen to her words, that’s not what she’s feeling right now. She nods. “Yes, that’s exactly what I thought. Was that naïve?”

Curious Leadership reads like a novel. Petra, the main character, has recently taken on the role of general manager. She thought she’d quickly sort things out in her organization. That illusion didn’t last long. The fuss caught her off guard. 

In this book, Loekie takes you through Petra’s story, into the deeper logic behind workplace fuss. You’ll discover why it shows op and how it can actually serve you. With practical tools and courageous reflection, you’ll learn how to face it with curiosity. Curiosity becomes your antidote to negativity: when you open your mind, open your heart, and commit to learning. 

Explore how to build on each other’s strengths and move toward shared dreams. That’s how you create a team culture where differences are embraced and people lift each other up, without blame or needing to point to any rotten apples. Instead of asking who’s at fault, you’ll learn to ask What is possible? So that everyone gets the chance to truly be themselves. 

Is there fuss in your workplace? Lead with curiosity and read this book. You always have some level of influence, even if you’re not the one in charge.

As an organizational and social psychologist, Loekie Cornelissen has coached hundreds of leaders and teams through challenge, change, and growth. As the founder of LOEKAN, she brings over 25 years of experience in leadership development, combining psychological depth with a courageous, human approach. Her Dutch edition has already reached over 1.000 readers. Now it’s your turn.