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

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.

➡️ 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

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

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