Is there such a thing as “The Art of Wondering?” I think there is, although most of us have probably lost our zeal to pursue it. In fact “Wondering” is at the heart of innovation, discovery and enlightenment. Wondering Around is a simple idea from Seth Godin, and it was a mistake. Here is his blog post on Wondering Around.
I stumbled on a great typo last night. “Staff in the lobby were wondering around…”
Wandering around is an aimless waste of time.
Wondering around, though, that sounds useful.
Wondering why this product is the way it is, wondering how you can make the lobby more welcoming, wondering if your best customers are happily sharing your ideas with others… So many things worth wondering about, so few people actually taking the time to do it.
Wondering around is the act of inquiring with generous spirit.
I believe that Seth Godin has stumbled upon a B-I-G idea that can make a difference. I can honestly state that I’m a Wondering kind of individual, and it was a foundational component of my book, Without Warning. The amazing thing about Wondering is it takes virtually no effort and it can be truly delightful and enlightening.
I encourage you to pursue your day with a bit of Wondering Around.
