The passion of the explorer
Research found that passion is a very powerful motivator for learning rather than fear.
The passion of the explorer has three elements:
- Explorers have a long-term commitment to excel in a specific domain that excites them.
- They are excited even when they face unexpected challenges. They see these problems as opportunities to learn.
- When faced with new challenges, explorers long to connect with others who can help them get better answers quickly.
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