Scott Shigeoka's signature keynotes and workshops are inspiring, science-based, and actionable—shining a light on curiosity as a practice to foster understanding, deepen relationships, and strengthen well-being and work culture.
A trusted and influential voice on the transformative power of curiosity
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Years of experience in the fields of curiosity & connection
Media appearances like the Today Show, Harvard Business Review, and NPR
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Scott has delivered keynote speeches and workshops to audiences including:
Drawing from his research explorations at UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center and his groundbreaking courses at the University of Texas at Austin, Scott's signature keynotes and workshops provide practical ways for curiosity to build highly collaborative teams, effective leaders, and strong cultures. He has spoken to thousands of people at large conferences to intimate boards and leadership gatherings.
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Backed by powerful storytelling and science, Scott's book Seek shows readers how to tap into deep curiosity through his signature "DIVE" framework—Detach, Intend, Value, Embrace—which can be practiced in homes, schools, workplaces, and day-to-day life. Scott's book has been featured on The Today Show, New York Times, Harvard Business Review, and was one of Amazon's Best Books of the Year.
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"Most people recognize the value of curiosity, but few know how to embrace and unleash it. Scott Shigeoka will help you close the gap between awareness and action. His thirst for understanding and connection is contagious."
— Adam Grant
#1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Potential and Think Again
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HIS ENERGY WAS ENDLESS, AND HE RELATED HIS CONTENT TO OUR SPECIFIC AUDIENCE. HIS TALK WAS INCREDIBLE AND MEANINGFUL.
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SCOTT IS SUCH A DELIGHT AND JOY TO WORK WITH. HE WAS AN ABSOLUTE PRO AND PROVIDED MASSIVE VALUE TO OUR COMPANY.
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Scott Shigeoka is an internationally recognized curiosity expert, TED speaker, and the award-winning author of Seek: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Life and Change the World. His work focuses on how we can strengthen our well-being and relationships, including at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center. He is also a playwright and artist, and was born and raised in Hawaii but now lives in California.
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SCOTT BROUGHT THE HOUSE DOWN WHEN HE CLOSED OUR CONFERENCE…IT WAS INSPIRING, CONNECTIVE, AND HELPED IT ALL COME TOGETHER.
— EVENT ORGANIZER
5,000-PERSON CONFERENCE
"Most people recognize the value of curiosity, but few know how to embrace and unleash it. Scott Shigeoka's book will help you close the gap between awareness and action. His thirst for understanding and connection is contagious."
— Adam Grant
#1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Hidden Potential and Think Again
A MUST-READ BOOK
— NEXT BIG IDEA CLUB
BEST BUSINESS BOOK
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BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR
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A MUST-READ BOOK
— NEXT BIG IDEA CLUB
BEST BUSINESS BOOK
— PORCHLIGHT
BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR
— AMAZON
Curiosity is critical to strengthening our connections to one another and building a culture of belonging. But why, and more importantly, how do we do this—especially in an era of judgment and division? In this signature keynote talk, Scott Shigeoka reveals why curiosity is a powerful force for connection and self-transformation, and how we can bring more of it into our day-to-day lives, relationships, schools and work.
Curiosity is a Bridge for Connection
EXAMPLE KEYNOTE TOPIC #1
Curiosity increases engagement, innovation, and well-being outcomes in workplaces. Curious leaders are also better collaborators, more creative, and more liked within and across teams. But how do you cultivate a culture of curiosity to actually gain these benefits? In this signature keynote talk, Scott Shigeoka guides participants through research, stories, and practices that brings transformative curiosity into your leadership and workplace.
Creating a Workplace Culture of Curiosity
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SCOTT BROUGHT THE HOUSE DOWN...IT WAS INSPIRING, CONNECTIVE, AND HELPED IT ALL COME TOGETHER.
— EVENT ORGANIZER
5,000 PERSON CONFERENCE
OUR LEADERS GAINED SO MANY PRACTICAL IDEAS TO FUEL THEIR CURIOSITY AND CREATIVITY.
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