The ONE Thing

437. How to Work with (Almost) Anyone


Listen Later

Do you ever wonder how to build effective, lasting relationships in your professional life? Today on The ONE Thing Podcast, we’re diving into this crucial topic with none other than Michael Bungay Stanier, a name many of you are already familiar with. Michael, acclaimed for his best-selling book "The Coaching Habit," a favorite in my own collection and hailed as the best selling coaching book of the century, joins us to share his wisdom. His latest work, "How to Work with Almost Anyone," cleverly titled "*Almost Anyone," reveals the secrets to forging the best possible relationships with key colleagues and clients.

As a Rhodes Scholar and the recent recipient of the prestigious Coaching Prize by Thinkers 50, widely regarded as the Oscars of Management, Michael's insights are invaluable for anyone looking to enhance their professional connections. Whether you're a seasoned executive or just starting your career, understanding how to navigate and nurture workplace relationships is key to success.

So, if you're looking to transform your work relationships and create a more fulfilling professional life, tune in to this insightful discussion with Michael Bungay Stanier. Let’s unravel the art of building impactful relationships at work, right here, on The ONE Thing.

To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.


We talk about:

  • How to build successful workplace relationships
  • Strategies for forging effective and lasting connections with colleagues and clients
  • The importance of nurturing professional relationships for career advancement and personal fulfillment
  • Practical tips and tools for improving communication and collaboration in a professional setting


  • Links & Tools from This Episode:

    • Learn more at mbs.works
    • Read: How to Work with (Almost) Anyone
    • Follow Michael on Instagram: @mbs_works
    • Connect with Michael on LinkedIn
    • Free Resources
    • Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected]


    • Produced by NOVA Media

      Mentioned in this episode:

      Factor 75

      Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50%

      off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off!

      Factor 75

      ...more
      View all episodesView all episodes
      Download on the App Store

      The ONE ThingBy Keller Podcast Network

      • 4.8
      • 4.8
      • 4.8
      • 4.8
      • 4.8

      4.8

      1,084 ratings


      More shows like The ONE Thing

      View all
      Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod by Hal Elrod

      Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod

      1,324 Listeners

      Motivation with Brendon Burchard by Brendon Burchard

      Motivation with Brendon Burchard

      3,626 Listeners

      Real Estate Rockstars Podcast by Aaron Amuchastegui

      Real Estate Rockstars Podcast

      878 Listeners

      Real Estate Training & Coaching School by Tim & Julie Harris - Real Estate Coaches

      Real Estate Training & Coaching School

      687 Listeners

      The Tom Ferry Podcast Experience by Tom Ferry

      The Tom Ferry Podcast Experience

      1,121 Listeners

      It's a Good Life by Brian Buffini

      It's a Good Life

      2,511 Listeners

      The Martell Method w/ Dan Martell by Dan Martell

      The Martell Method w/ Dan Martell

      475 Listeners

      THE ED MYLETT SHOW by Ed Mylett | Cumulus Podcast Network

      THE ED MYLETT SHOW

      14,030 Listeners

      Keeping It Real Podcast • Secrets Of Top 1% REALTORS ® • Interviews With Real Estate Brokers & Agents by D.J. Paris

      Keeping It Real Podcast • Secrets Of Top 1% REALTORS ® • Interviews With Real Estate Brokers & Agents

      270 Listeners

      Massive Agent Podcast by Dustin Brohm

      Massive Agent Podcast

      337 Listeners

      The Ninja Selling Podcast by Ninja Selling

      The Ninja Selling Podcast

      326 Listeners

      Hustle Humbly Podcast by Alissa Jenkins & Katy Caldwell

      Hustle Humbly Podcast

      882 Listeners

      Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa by Sharran Srivatsaa

      Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa

      93 Listeners

      Empire Building by Keller Podcast Network

      Empire Building

      422 Listeners

      All It Takes Is A Goal by Jon Acuff

      All It Takes Is A Goal

      1,417 Listeners

      The Color of Money | Transformative Conversations for Wealth Building by Keller Podcast Network

      The Color of Money | Transformative Conversations for Wealth Building

      28 Listeners

      The Millionaire Real Estate Agent | The MREA Podcast by Keller Podcast Network

      The Millionaire Real Estate Agent | The MREA Podcast

      359 Listeners

      Think Like A CEO with Gary Keller & Jay Papasan by Keller Podcast Network

      Think Like A CEO with Gary Keller & Jay Papasan

      0 Listeners