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Bank of 10 Powerful Questions
Memorize 10 coaching questions that open any conversation, replacing answers 80% of the time.
Goal
Build the muscle of deep questioning instead of advising. Great leaders ask more than they answer.
Steps
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Memorize 10 questions (from "The Coaching Habit" by Michael Bungay Stanier):
Expected Outcome
Immediate
After 5 conversations, you find reports often know the answer; they just need space to reach it.
Evidence base
School: Coaching Habit / Box of Crayons
Founders: Michael Bungay Stanier (2016)
Coined by Michael Bungay Stanier in "The Coaching Habit" (2016) — best-selling coaching book of the decade. Built on Bob Tschannen-Moran (coaching PhD).
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Bank of 10 Powerful Questions" take?
This exercise takes about 45 minutes, practiced solo in a Behavioral format.
When will I notice the effect of "Bank of 10 Powerful Questions"?
After 5 conversations, you find reports often know the answer; they just need space to reach it. In the short term: Within a month, "ask me for the answer" from your team drops 40%.
Is "Bank of 10 Powerful Questions" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Coaching Habit / Box of Crayons (Michael Bungay Stanier (2016)). Coined by Michael Bungay Stanier in "The Coaching Habit" (2016) — best-selling coaching book of the decade. Built on Bob Tschannen-Moran (coaching PhD).
Is "Bank of 10 Powerful Questions" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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