Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode, Rudi Bauer sits down with Uta Schulz, Head of Human Capability Future at BASF, to explore why curiosity is the ultimate competitive advantage for modern organizations.
They delve into the mechanics of lifelong learning, discussing how the innate curiosity of childhood often gets stifled by traditional structures and what leaders must do to reignite that "learning urge." Uta shares her unique perspective on balancing the rapid pace of technological change with the uniquely human ability to make sense of information.
00:20 Intro
01:22 The Importance of Curiosity in Learning
02:50 Curiosity as a Driver for Innovation
05:06 Curiosity in Education: The Role of Teachers
06:32 AI and Its Impact on Curiosity
10:26 The Role of Leaders in Fostering Curiosity
13:14 Creating Psychological Safety for Curiosity
15:26 Curiosity and Trial-and-Error Culture
18:26 Hiring for Curiosity
20:40 Leaders as Role Models for Curiosity
25:10 Curiosity vs. Arrogance in Seniority
27:49 Hierarchical Organizations and Curiosity
29:54 KPIs Supporting Curiosity
31:18 Learning Organizations vs. Curious Organizations
33:15 Conclusion and Rapid Fire Questions
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Welcome to WeAreDevelopers, Europe’s leading platform for connecting companies with top tech talent! We understand the challenges HR professionals and recruiters face in bridging the gap with developers—and we’re here to help overcome them.
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In this episode, Rudi Bauer sits down with Uta Schulz, Head of Human Capability Future at BASF, to explore why curiosity is the ultimate competitive advantage for modern organizations.
They delve into the mechanics of lifelong learning, discussing how the innate curiosity of childhood often gets stifled by traditional structures and what leaders must do to reignite that "learning urge." Uta shares her unique perspective on balancing the rapid pace of technological change with the uniquely human ability to make sense of information.
00:20 Intro
01:22 The Importance of Curiosity in Learning
02:50 Curiosity as a Driver for Innovation
05:06 Curiosity in Education: The Role of Teachers
06:32 AI and Its Impact on Curiosity
10:26 The Role of Leaders in Fostering Curiosity
13:14 Creating Psychological Safety for Curiosity
15:26 Curiosity and Trial-and-Error Culture
18:26 Hiring for Curiosity
20:40 Leaders as Role Models for Curiosity
25:10 Curiosity vs. Arrogance in Seniority
27:49 Hierarchical Organizations and Curiosity
29:54 KPIs Supporting Curiosity
31:18 Learning Organizations vs. Curious Organizations
33:15 Conclusion and Rapid Fire Questions
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Welcome to WeAreDevelopers, Europe’s leading platform for connecting companies with top tech talent! We understand the challenges HR professionals and recruiters face in bridging the gap with developers—and we’re here to help overcome them.
Stay ahead with Tech Recruiting Insights, our bi-weekly newsletter designed specifically for HR leaders and recruiters. Get the latest trends, tech job market insights, leadership strategies, and employer branding tips. Subscribe now at wearedevelopers.com/business/newsletter.
Looking to hire developers or position your company as an employer of choice? Explore our recruiting platform at wearedevelopers.com/en/business.
Join the HR Leaders Summit, Europe’s premier event for HR and work innovation, embedded within the WeAreDevelopers World Congress. Network with, learn from industry experts, and uncover cutting-edge strategies in employer branding, talent acquisition, and work culture.
