625: The Coaching Habit That Brings Out The Best In People with Michael Bungay Stanier

2026-02-18

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What if the fastest way to create deeper conversations, improve your leadership abilities, and your relationships wasn't a better plan—but a better question? My guest today is Michael Bungay Stanier, bestselling author of The Coaching Habit, the most popular coaching book of the century, to unpack why most of us rush to give advice too quickly and how staying curious just a little longer can change everything. You'll hear Michael talk about why we're all "advice-giving maniacs," how asking better questions leads to bet...

What if the fastest way to create deeper conversations, improve your leadership abilities, and your relationships wasn't a better plan—but a better question?

My guest today is Michael Bungay Stanier, bestselling author of The Coaching Habit, the most popular coaching book of the century, to unpack why most of us rush to give advice too quickly and how staying curious just a little longer can change everything.

You'll hear Michael talk about why we're all "advice-giving maniacs," how asking better questions leads to better outcomes, and the simple coaching framework Michael has taught to coaches and leaders around the world. You'll learn his most powerful questions and why they unlock clarity, accountability, and trust.

Whether you're a parent, leader, manager, spouse, or maybe you're someone who wants deeper, more meaningful conversations, you'll learn how coaching is really about helping people feel seen, heard, and empowered—not fixed.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

One Thing That The Best Coaches Do
The Best Way to Avoid Giving Unwanted Advice
The Power Of Asking One Question & Then Listening
How Michael Pivoted From His Coaching Practice
Accountability Isn't About Cracking a Whip
Systems That Help You Follow-Through On Your Goal
How Money & Side Bets Are Powerful Motivators
How To Be Useful When Someone Asks for Advice
The Best Question a Coach Can Ask to Dig Deeper
How to Learn More From Michael
The Deeper Gift that Coaching Offers

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