The Top 5 Small Business Owner Mistakes to AVOID

06/03/2025 10 min Temporada 2025 Episodio 195
The Top 5 Small Business Owner Mistakes to AVOID

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SummaryIn this episode of the Moving Beyond Being Good Podcast, Gary Ryan reflects on his 18 years in business by sharing his top five mistakes. He emphasizes the importance of not just relying on client satisfaction for growth, the need to develop marketing and sales skills, the pitfalls of remaining a solopreneur, the dangers of getting comfortable, and the necessity of setting ambitious goals. Each mistake serves as a lesson for aspiring entrepreneurs to avoid similar pitfalls in their own journeys. Takeaways Celebrating 18 years in business is a significant milestone. Relying solely on client satisfaction can hinder business growth. - Developing marketing and sales skills is crucial for success. Remaining a solopreneur limits business potential. Getting comfortable can lead to stagnation in business. Setting small goals can restrict business growth. Ambitious goals can drive action and innovation. Learning from mistakes is essential for growth. Continuous development is key to long-term success. Embracing change and challenges is vital for entrepreneurs.Listen to this episode on YouTube here Learn more about Gary Ryan here Connect with Gary on LinkedIn here  Follow Gary on Instagram here  Book a FREE 30-Minute online "Coffee Chat" to discuss your leadership or business growth needs here  If you would like support in creating a high-performance culture based on treating people as human beings, please click here to contact Gary Ryan

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