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Michael Bungay Stanier is a world-renowned author, speaker, and leadership coach whose work has redefined how millions of managers lead. His bestselling book The Coaching Habit has sold over 1 million copies, making it the most influential coaching book of the century and a go-to resource for leaders at companies like Google, Microsoft, and Salesforce. Recognized as one of the top voices in leadership and organizational development, Michael has trained hundreds of thousands of managers across 50+ countries to unlock potential through the simple but powerful act of asking better questions. With multiple bestselling books, international speaking tours, and a global reputation for practical, transformational leadership, he continues to shape how organizations build stronger leaders and more engaged teams.
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➡️ Talking Points
00:00 – Intro
01:31 – When Helping Hurts
05:52 – Redefining Coaching
09:55 – Are Coaches Natural Leaders?
13:01 – The Power of Staying Curious
21:01 – Sponsor Break
23:47 – The Seven Why’s + What Else
29:30 – The Most Overlooked Question
35:25 – I–Thou vs. I–It
40:02 – How Michael’s Approach Stands Out
43:21 – Sponsor Break
46:13 – Common Coaching Mistakes
53:04 – Michael’s 5 Daily Questions
57:43 – What a Goal Really Is
1:08:25 – The #1 Lesson from The Coaching Habit
1:11:47 – Advice Michael Wants His Kids to Remember
