How to Work with ALMOST Anyone W/ Michael Bungay Stanier (LST #89)

Learn Speak Teach Episode #89 with Michael Bungay Stanier.

Michael Bungay Stanier is a renowned author, keynote speaker, and mentor, often recognized for ‘The Coaching Habit,’ which has sold over one million copies. He is the transformative force behind MBS.works, and his expertise lies in transforming complex ideas into practical, accessible knowledge, enabling individuals to unlock their own greatness.

Tune in for amazing insights!

Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/m8wblBgv3Ls

During this episode, you will learn about:

[02:30] Michael Bungay Stanier’s relationship with Mark Bowden

[05:00] Who is Michael Bungay Stanier?

[05:47] Michael’s book, How to Work with Almost Anyone

[09:32] The Best Possible Relationships (BPR)

[10:49] The Keystone Conversation

[11:37] An example of a Keystone Conversation

[13:40] How to navigate the challenge of having a Keystone Conversation

[18:22] True success is a behavior change

[19:20] The 2 levels of behavior change

[22:49] What habits has Michael adopted to prepare for his future self?

[27:26] Michael’s goal and mission: Infecting a billion people with a ‘possibility virus’

[34:39] Why Michael incorporated a section in his book for friends and peers to discuss their Best Possible Relationships (BPR)

[38:44] Nick Gray’s book, The 2-Hour Cocktail Party

[40:25] LST Episode #62 w/ Nick Gray: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/nickgray/

[42:47] How did he bring together brilliant minds to discuss their BPR in his audiobook?   

[48:36] Integration assignment

[50:04] Download the five questions for building the best possible relationship: https://bestpossiblerelationship.com/ 

[51:03] Rapid Fire Round

[56:44] How to connect and support Michael Bungay Stanier

Website: https://www.mbs.works/

Key Takeaways:  

• Our success and happiness depend so much on our working relationships. [06:43]

• Every working relationship goes off the rails at some stage. [08:09]

• Every working relationship has the potential to be better. [10:10] 

• Success is changing behavior. [17:42] 

• “You can’t control your circumstances, but you have a choice as to how you react to your circumstances.” ~Michael Bungay Stanier [28:40]

• “Between stimulus and response is freedom.” ~Viktor E. Frankl [28:46]

People Mentioned and Other Resources:

1. James Altucher on Real Business Connections: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/jamesaltucher/

2. Mark Bowden on Real Business Connections: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/markbowden/

3. Mark Bowden on Real Business Connections Part 2: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/markbowden2/

4. Coaching Habit: https://amzn.to/3vmPqLP

5. How to Work with Almost Anyone: https://bit.ly/48nnypF

6. The Power of Habit: https://bit.ly/3vhKrfm

7. Zen Habits Handbook for Life: https://bit.ly/3tE9b13

8. Atomic Habits: https://bit.ly/41Pmkkg

9. Immunity to Change: https://bit.ly/3tGw0RB

10. 10x Is Easier than 2x: https://bit.ly/48rhHQ3

11. The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: https://bit.ly/47qxBcj

12. Get Unstuck & Get Going: https://bit.ly/48HVBZj

13. Getting Things Done: https://bit.ly/48k74hP

Keep In Touch with Michael Bungay Stanier :

Website: https://www.mbs.works/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/mbs_works

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mbs.works

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbs_works

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbungaystanier/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdFUOWjr4uI6T45zN1uJZ3Q

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