Mistakes aren’t bad in themselves but if there is a chance that you can take steps to avoid them, it’s wise to take them. As a newbie coach, the odds are often stacked against you. The journey to the top of your coaching career comes with a lot of challenges because you’ve not been through that road before.

Thankfully, you can avoid these five common mistakes and make your journey less painful. Read on to learn the 5 common mistakes to avoid as a newbie coach.