Episode Date June 13, 2023
Featured Guest Michael Bungay Stanier
Featured Book "How to Work with (Almost) Anyone" by Michael Bungay Stanier

Episode Summary

Michael reading from How to Work with (Almost) Anyone, and discussing the blueprint for building your BPR, as well as the investment required to keep it alive.

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My new book is on the near, near horizon. It’s called How to Work with (Almost) Anyone, and if you interact with other human beings in your life, this might be a helpful book for you. It goes live on June 27th, and I’ve got some terrific pre-order bonuses, which you can find linked below.

The audiobook is ready to go, as well. So this episode isn’t just a monologue from me, I’ve invited some of my friends to share a short story of what they’ve learned from their best – or their worst – relationships. In this one, you’ll hear from Pamay Bassey, the Chief Learning Officer at Kraft Heinz.

Michael reads from the opening chapter of his newest book, ‘How to Work with (Almost) Anyone.’ [reading begins at 1:00]

Hear him discuss:

  • “Every relationship becomes sub-optimal at some point … but every working relationship can be better.” [2:44]
  • “Best possible relationship doesn’t mean that there are never difficult moments, but rather, there’s commitment and capacity to fix the damage and carry on.” [7:46]
  • The role of the keystone conversation: “The keystone conversation gives you a deeper understanding of the person across the table from you.” [8:40]
  • Pamay Bassey tells the story of her BPR. [19:49]

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Resources:

Pre-order How to Work with (Almost) Anyone: Five Questions for Building the Best Possible Relationships here!

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Michael Bungay Stanier

Michael Bungay Stanier

I'm the author of five books that have collectively sold more than a million copies. I'm the founder of Box of Crayons, a learning and development company that helps organizations move from advice-driven to curiosity-led. I'm the host of the *2 Pages with MBS* podcast.

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