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Curiosity at Work

Curiosity at Work

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We all know curiosity is important, but how do we actually put it into practice in our professional lives? “Curiosity at Work” explores this question through 30-minute interviews with organizational leaders who share their insights and experiences on cultivating curiosity in the workplace. Join host Dr. Julie Pham as we uncover practical strategies and inspiring stories to help you ignite your own curiosity and drive innovation within your organization. New episodes every week!Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Economics Management Management & Leadership Self-Help Success
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  • #28 Curiosity in community action with Janice Deguchi
    Feb 5 2026

    In this episode of the Curiosity at Work podcast, Dr. Julie Pham interviews Janice Deguchi, the executive director of Neighborhood House, a community action organization. They discuss the importance of curiosity in the social service sector, the structure and services of Neighborhood House, and the challenges of practicing curiosity as a leader. Janice shares insights on the diverse workforce at Neighborhood House, the significance of culturally responsive behavioral health care, and the need for continuous learning in leadership roles.

    Connect with Dr. Julie Pham:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliepham2/
    • Website: https://curiositybased.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliephamphd/

    Connect with Dr. Janice Deguchi:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janicedeguchi/

    #curiosity #socialservices #communityaction #nonprofit #behavioralhealth #diversity #leadership #communityengagement #immigrant support #CuriosityAtWork

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    22 mins
  • #27 Curiosity in pharmaceuticals with Dr. Andrew Robertson
    May 12 2025

    In this episode of Curiosity at Work, Dr. Julie Pham interviews Dr. Andrew Robertson, VP and Head of Global Regulatory Policy and Innovation at Takeda Pharmaceuticals, about how curiosity drives innovation in drug development and health policy. Andrew shares how he built a global team to tackle near- and long-term regulatory challenges using cloud-based tools, AI, and patient-centered strategies. With a background in science, law, and public service, he reveals how curiosity fuels smarter decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and faster patient access to life-saving therapies.

    Connect with Dr. Julie Pham:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliepham2/
    • Website: https://curiositybased.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliephamphd/

    Connect with Dr. Andrew Robertson:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asrobertson/

    #AndrewRobertson #TakedaPharma #CuriosityAtWork #PharmaLeadership #RegulatoryInnovation #PatientAccess #HealthPolicy #DrugDevelopment #DigitalHealth #AIinHealthcare

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    33 mins
  • #26 Curiosity in nonprofit retail with Ed Ewing
    Apr 28 2025

    In this episode of Curiosity at Work, Dr. Julie Pham sits down with Ed Ewing, Executive Director of Bike Works, to explore how curiosity drives social justice, leadership, and community impact. Ed shares how Bike Works, a nonprofit bike shop in Seattle, reinvests all its revenue into empowering youth and underserved communities. From launching a mobile bike shop during the pandemic to investing in staff wellness and development, Ed discusses how leading with curiosity has helped him build a culture of transparency, inclusion, and purpose. Tune in to hear how bikes—and bold questions—are transforming lives.

    Connect with Dr. Julie Pham:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliepham2/
    • Website: https://curiositybased.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliephamphd/

    Connect with Ed Ewing:

    • Website: https://bikeworks.org/
    • Email: ed@bikeworks.org
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-ewing-07b85824

    #EdEwing #BikeWorks #CuriosityAtWork #NonprofitLeadership #SocialJustice #RacialEquity #CommunityEmpowerment #YouthDevelopment #LeadershipWithPurpose #SeattleNonprofits #BikesForChange

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    46 mins
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