Unicorns and Privacy

 

"When a candidate is curious, it suggests genuine engagement with your company and interest beyond a paycheck. Curiosity is a great way to predict if a candidate will be willing to learn and grow in their position as well."

“Unicorns” are curious — and hiring managers love curiosity - Big Think

While generally true, I think they put on blinders at the end.  Some folks display their curiosity through observation more than questioning. Additionally, a candidate may have already satisfied much of their curiosity about a firm and a role by the time they get to the hiring manager, eradicating any curiosity about either, resulting in few or no questions.

The story also suggests, 

"Tips for cultivating curiosity at work:

1) Give time and budget to team members who want to learn more about a particular subject or skill. 

2) When challenges come up, practice asking questions before throwing out solutions.

3) Take time to get to know your team members on a more personal level by offering optional team lunches and other experiences.

The first is obvious or should be to anyone with a mind to business.  The second is little strange.  My philosophy is to always ask questions before throwing out solutions.  Lastly, it is important to remember that some team members value their privacy above all else.  Don't push it.