Let's talk about the skill of curiosity. Most people assume that curiosity is more of a trait – something you're naturally good at – than a skill, which is something you develop. I think it’s a little of both. As children, we're very naturally curious, because just about everything is new to us. But as we get older, the more we experience, the more we lose that innate curiosity and start to adapt something of a “been there, done that” response to life.

I’m here to tell you that losing your natural curiosity – especially when it comes to money matters – will have a dramatically negative effect on your financial success. Let me tell you why:

When you commit to curiosity, you open yourself up to possibilities. When you’re certain you already have all the answers, you close yourself to possibilities. It’s that simple. But that doesn’t mean I think you should abandon everything that’s worked for you, just for the sake of curiosity. What I’m suggesting is that you look at your financial challenges with a new lens, free from the “stories” and beliefs and habits that may have driven you in the past. Adapting an attitude of curiosity means you reserve the right to go back to your old way of thinking, but only after exploring other options first.

So the next time you’re presented with a new way to think or act with your money, commit to curiosity first, action second. And be sure to post your comments, to tell me how you’ve used this coaching skill to better your life.

Would you like to find out how financial coaching can help you use curiosity to accelerate your financial success? Simply email me, at jenifer@playthecoach.com, and we'll connect!