Be Curious.
True value and innovation happens when we get curious, include a variety of perspectives, and focus on solutions, not problems.
At iDS, we know real breakthroughs don’t come from surface-level metrics. They come from digging deeper, asking the right questions, and seeing beyond the obvious. The future isn’t about rushing to keep up; it’s about spotting what others miss, connecting the dots, and turning insights into meaningful action.
Caffeinated With Curiosity
Watch Hunter’s TEDx Talk, where he helps us understand the importance of curiosity in leadership.
The 5 Year Old CEO
The 5-Year-Old CEO is a leadership reset for an AI world: curiosity over certainty, questions over performance theater.
McMahon argues the leaders who win next aren’t louder, they are more curious.
Learn more about The 5-Year-Old CEO by Hunter McMahon, iDS President
Featured Publications
19 Ways to Effectively Integrate AI into Business Processes in 2025
Artificial intelligence is no longer scifi — it’s re-shaping industries now. Integrating AI in Business Process can provide impactful results.
For Better Business Solutions, Try Asking “Why” Like a Three-Year-Old
Strategic questioning and leadership curiosity unlock deeper insights. Learn how the Five Whys technique drives better business outcomes.
Coffee Breaks & Breakthroughs: Purposeful Pauses in an AI World
Breakthroughs don’t always come during peak activity; they often arise at idle. Harness this phenomenon with purposeful pauses.
How 20 Business Leaders Plan To Finish 2025 Strong
Hunter McMahon, iDS, reminds us: clarity and competitive advantage come from listening to your clients’. That’s how you stay ahead.
Don’t underestimate the power of a well-placed pause
Be intentional about inserting pauses into conversations, not to slow things down – to make space for more voices to be heard.
Leveraging AI For Accelerating, Not Decision-Making
Concerned about how fast AI is advancing? Worried it’ll replace you? AI isn’t here to replace us—but to supercharge our expertise.
The Value Of Experience Gained Through Curiosity
Hunter McMahon, iDS’ COO, is back with the next installment in his Forbes series, uncovering what makes true knowledge valuable.
AI and the Right Questions - Hunter McMahon’s Insight in Forbes
Hunter McMahon has contributed to Forbes with the message: AI isn’t merely about finding answers—it’s about asking the right questions.
Leading With Curiosity In An AI-Enabled World
We’re drowning in data and it’s never been easier to access it. But more information doesn’t necessarily mean better decisions.
Success in an AI-Driven Legal World: Today's General Counsel
In an era where AI promises to do more, faster and cheaper—it’s easy to lose sight of the truth: not all outcomes are created equal.
Additional Blogs & Resources
Pausing for Inclusion: How Thoughtful Space Fosters Innovation and Collaboration
Discover how inclusive leadership and mindful pauses can foster innovation and psychological safety in the workplace.
Rethinking Data Assumptions: The Power of Skepticism in a Data-Driven World
Use data skepticism and use data verification techniques to uncover hidden insights. Avoid errors in data analysis with a critical approach.
Artificial Intelligence Did (Not) Help Me Write This Expert Report
AI tools allow experts to work quicker but that speed comes at risks of false information, deep fakes or AI Hallucinations.
Say YES to Solutions
Embrace a solution-oriented mindset and leverage technology-driven solutions to fuel AI and innovation, turning challenges into opportunities for growth.
