Guest: Niki Skene - Superconnector and founder of Conference on Wheels

The purpose of Reconnect the Dots is to inspire listeners to rethink, reinvent, and explore new ways of organizing, working, and learning.

Thomas Berg and Niki Skene share an inspiring conversation in episode two of Reconnected Dots. Thomas, based in Copenhagen, and Niki, near Salzburg, Austria, discuss Niki's unique journey and perspectives. The dialogue revolves around curiosity, connecting dots, and inspiring new ways to work and live.

Thomas and Niki explore themes like the concept of home, professional journeys, and fostering meaningful connections. Niki shares his path from advertising to organizing TEDx events and creating Conference on Wheels.

They delve into topics like managing curiosity, the role of innovation in San Francisco, and fostering youth potential through initiatives like Moonshot Pirates.

The discussion concludes with reflections on fatherhood, building meaningful relationships, and staying open to exploring the unknown.

Key Takeaways

• Home is defined by people, not places.
• San Francisco fosters innovation and problem-solving.
• Managing curiosity is a crucial aspect of personal growth.
• Building connections is key to professional success.
• Moonshot Pirates empowers young talents to create impactful solutions.
• Fatherhood and meaningful relationships are transformative experiences.
• It's okay to say "I don't know" and remain open to learning.

Notable Quotes

• "Managing curiosity is the future of education."

• "What holds us back often isn’t what we know, but what we’re afraid to explore."
• "We should focus on creating environments where people can realize their dreams."
• "What is the big ask that you feel to small to ask for?"
• "The linear mindset of education is a curriculum - what should you learn - The exponential mindset in education is managing curiosity!"

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