Pitfall 1: Leading Questions
Problem: Questions that push toward predetermined answers
Solution: Ask genuinely open questions that could go multiple directionsPitfall 2: Surface Skating
Problem: Accepting first answers without going deeper
Solution: Always ask "What else?" or "Tell me more"Pitfall 3: Interrogation Mode
Problem: Rapid-fire questions that feel aggressive
Solution: Allow space for reflection between questionsPitfall 4: Assumption Loading
Problem: Questions that embed limiting assumptions
Solution: Question the questions themselvesPitfall 5: Missing the Emotion
Problem: Focusing only on logic and missing feelings
Solution: Include questions about emotional responses