Michael Bungay Stanier - #1 Coaching Expert | Why Smart People Give Terrible Advice

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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

Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott D. Clary (@scottdclary). On this podcast, you'll find interviews, Q&A, keynote presentations & conversations on sales, marketing, business, startups and entrepreneurship. Scott will discuss some of the lessons he's learned over his own career, as well as have candid interviews with execs, celebrities, notable figures and politicians. All who have achieved success through both wins and losses, to learn more about their life, their ideas and insights. He sits down with leaders and mentors and unpacks their story to help pass those lessons onto others through both experiences and tactical strategy for business professionals, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. To get more of the Success Story podcast, go to www.successstorypodcast.com.