In this funny and provocative talk, Michael Bungay Stanier explains how advice-giving goes bad, the three personas of your Advice Monster, and why the powerful act of staying curious a little longer is the secret to taming your Advice Monster.

Michael Bungay Stanier’s most recent book is The Advice Trap, a follow-up to 2016's Coaching Habit which has become the best-selling book on coaching of the century with more than ¾ million copies sold. He is the founder of Box of Crayons, a learning and development company that helps organizations transform from advice-driven to curiosity-led.

He is Australian, was a Rhodes Scholar, and lives in Toronto. He can be found at MBS.works.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Michael Bungay Stanier: How to tame your Advice Monster | Michael Bungay Stanier | TEDxUniversityofNevada

How to tame your Advice Monster | Michael Bungay Stanier | TEDxUniversityofNevada

Unleashing curiosity over advice redefines value in conversations, shifting focus from solving to understanding the real challenge.

The act of asking 'And what else?' propels deeper inquiry, revealing that initial answers often skim the surface of broader issues.

Inquiring 'What do you want?' lays the groundwork for action, empowering autonomy and confidence by clarifying desires and goals.