The Advice Trap
By Michael Bungay Stanier
Be Humble, Stay Curious, & Change the Way You Lead. Page Two Books, 2020.
Summary of The Advice Trap book by Michael Bungay Stanier
Practical steps to resist the urge to give advice impulsively by staying curious, learning to listen, changing your habits to be a more effective leader, and engaging in meaningful, supportive conversations with others.
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What do you get from this book? A guide to leading using curiosity instead of giving advice
The advice trap is a bad habit that comes naturally to everyone, but it can be a harmful practice
Giving advice is natural because most of us want to look smart, save people, and control the outcome
Effective coaching means staying curious longer by asking more questions and refocusing on the process
Good leadership uncovers the real challenge to allow the other person to find their own insights
A productive coaching conversation requires people feeling safe enough to be open and pursue meaningful change
Coaching doesn’t have to be complicated—you can practice coaching across several mediums every day
Generosity and vulnerability are leadership qualities that promote trust and response
There is a time and place to offer advice, but only if you do it well
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Who should read The Advice Trap book
- Leaders and coaches
- anyone who wants to be an effective mentor
About the author of The Advice Trap
Michael Bungay Stanier
Michael Bungay Stanier is the founder of Box of Crayons, a corporate development company and was named the #1 Thought Leader in coaching in 2019. He earned a Rhodes scholarship to study law at Oxford before becoming a professional development coach for businesses and professionals. He has written several books including The Coaching Habit and Do More Great Work.
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