The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever

The Coaching Habit is a comprehensive guidebook for coaching professionals and leaders seeking to bring more impact to their conversations through everyday coaching. With a wealth of practical techniques and accessible tools, Bungay Stanier offers invaluable insights into how brief, well-timed questions can transform working relationships and unlock potential.

Bungay Stanier emphasises the importance of simplicity, presence, and curiosity, encouraging coaches and managers to build new habits that shift them from advice-giving to truly empowering others. The book covers various topics, from habit formation and active listening to seven essential coaching questions, providing a concise and effective toolkit for impactful dialogue.

The book is user-friendly, with each technique clearly explained and accompanied by examples, anecdotes, and prompts for immediate application. Whether you’re a coach refining your questioning skills or a leader learning to coach in the flow of work, The Coaching Habit offers something for everyone interested in practical, real-time coaching.

It is an indispensable resource for coaches and leaders committed to creating more thoughtful, empowering, and effective conversations every day.

Key Takeaways:
1. Mastering seven essential coaching questions
2. Breaking the habit of giving advice too quickly
3. Embedding coaching into everyday conversations