The Advice Trap (Be Humble, Stay Curious & Change the Way You Lead Forever) By Michael Bungay Stanier

The Advice Trap by Michael Bungay Stanier is a practical leadership and coaching book that reveals why giving advice too quickly holds people back—and how to break that habit for better results.

Building on the success of The Coaching Habit, this book introduces the concept of the Advice Monster—our natural tendency to jump in with solutions. The Advice Trap teaches leaders, managers, and professionals how to stay curious longer, ask smarter questions, and empower others to think for themselves.

Through simple frameworks, real-life examples, and actionable strategies, Michael Bungay Stanier shows how to shift from being the “problem solver” to becoming a true coach. The result is stronger teams, better decision-making, increased ownership, and less burnout for leaders.

⭐ Key Benefits:

• Learn why giving advice too early limits growth and performance

• Master curiosity-driven conversations and coaching skills

• Improve leadership, communication, and team engagement

• Reduce overwhelm and build trust through better questions

• Ideal for managers, leaders, coaches, and professionals

Perfect for readers interested in leadership, coaching, management, and personal development, The Advice Trap is an essential guide for anyone who wants to lead more effectively by asking less and empowering more.