What if the fastest way to become a better leader wasn't giving more advice...but asking better questions?

Most executives and managers feel trapped solving everyone else's problems, constantly firefighting, and carrying the mental load for their entire team. In this episode, Bradley Hartmann breaks down one of the most practical leadership books he's ever read — The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier — and explains how a few simple coaching questions can transform communication, accountability, and team performance immediately.

In this episode you will

Learn the 7 coaching questions that create deeper, more productive leadership conversations
Discover how asking better questions builds ownership and accountability across your team
Hear a real coaching session with Brene Brown that demonstrates how powerful silence and curiosity can be in leadership

Press play to learn how a simple shift from "advice-giving" to curiosity can help you lead stronger teams with less stress and better results.

Click HERE for the 7 Coaching Questions

At Bradley Hartmann & Company, we help construction teams improve sales, leadership, and communication by reducing miscommunication, strengthening teamwork, and bridging language gaps between English and Spanish speakers. To learn more about our product offerings, visit bradleyhartmannandco.com.

The Construction Leadership Podcast dives into essential leadership topics in construction, including strategy, emotional intelligence, communication skills, confidence, innovation, and effective decision-making. You'll also gain insights into delegation, cultural intelligence, goal setting, team building, employee engagement, and how to overcome common culture problems—whether you're leading a crew or managing an entire organization.

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