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Coaching is one profession in which clients will look to you as a guru who is holding the keys to their self-awareness, clarity and empowerment. What people may not often consider is that even the very best coaches can make mistakes sometimes, especially when they’re first starting out.  In most cases, if a new coach missteps, there are effective ways to fix problems that result. Here, 14 members of Forbes Coaches Council discuss some of these common mistakes and explore ways for new coaches to rectify the issues they create, assuming they weren’t able to avoid or prevent them up front.

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Finding the best talent has always been a challenge, but it seems particularly difficult these days. Whether they’re just starting out, expanding or looking to replace some members of their existing team, business owners are constantly looking for smart ways to attract ideal candidates. Sometimes, the first step a business owner needs to take involves reflecting to answer questions that can help guide them in their quest for better talent. Here, 12 members of Forbes Coaches Council share key questions they would ask executive and business-owner clients to help them uncover what they could be doing differently to attract better talent and come up with an effective solution. 

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First-time founders of companies are some of the most highly motivated people out there. Most are hyper-focused on succeeding and have big ambitions for their business. Some new founders may overlook critical aspects of their business plan, however, which could result in issues that are difficult to resolve later. Here, 14 members of Forbes Coaches Council share important things first-time founders commonly forget to include in their business plans. Knowing what these elements are in advance can help them ensure their plans are solid and thorough.

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Interviews offer valuable opportunities to get to know job candidates beyond their resume. While certain general and industry-specific questions are required to confirm qualifications, off-the-wall interview questions can provide unique insights, helping you better understand whether or not candidates will fit certain positions and how they might acclimate to your company culture. As successful career and business coaches, the members of Forbes Coaches Council are no strangers to helping clients with the job interview process. Below, 15 members share their favorite unconventional questions to ask in interviews, and why they’re so useful in assessing candidates.

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People from all walks of life have negative thoughts. Having these thoughts from time to time is normal, but when their frequency becomes overbearing, you need to do something to stop it from affecting your work and life permanently. Psychologically, you are a lot more productive when you remove your focus from negative aspects of your life. Self-doubt and feelings of loss and hopelessness can be detrimental to your productivity and your happiness. To help, 16 professionals from Forbes Coaches Council explore different approaches to overcoming negative thinking and back on track mentally.