Why Curiosity Beats the Perfect Career Plan

A global strategist on resilience, roots and redefining success

Chidera Arum’s career journey challenges the idea that leadership success follows a linear or predictable path. Trained as a lawyer in Nigeria and now working as a global strategist across Europe and North America, her story is shaped by curiosity, adaptability and a deep respect for her roots.

In this conversation, Chidera reflects on how reframing failure as feedback has shaped her leadership approach, why gratitude and integrity matter more than titles, and how women can navigate global careers without losing their sense of self. This resource is a powerful reminder that leadership growth often comes from unexpected pivots, and that curiosity can be one of the most strategic tools a leader has.

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