{"id":22905,"date":"2019-10-10T11:04:25","date_gmt":"2019-10-10T11:04:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.proprofs.com\/c\/?p=22905"},"modified":"2026-06-28T19:45:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-28T19:45:27","slug":"mistakes-business-owners-make","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/","title":{"rendered":"Starting Up Your Business? Here are 8 Common Business Mistakes You Must Avoid!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So I take it you\u2019re thinking of venturing out and establishing a business?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First things first, check out the awesome infographic below to provide some added guidance on whether or not you\u2019re actually ready for self-employment and setting up shop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Made it all the way to the end?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or perhaps you\u2019ve already taken the leap and are now searching for some tidbits of wisdom on how to proceed?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless, congrats, you\u2019ve come to the right place.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All men make mistakes, but only wise men learn from their mistakes.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;&#8211; Churchill<\/strong><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And it\u2019s true, as your start-up grows you will no doubt make big blunders and face up against some seemingly insurmountable adversity.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But don\u2019t worry. Learning from business mistakes of others is a tried true technique for sidestepping some of the potential pitfalls.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To guide you on your way, below are 8 common entrepreneur mistakes to avoid when starting a business.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-grey\">\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#8_Mistakes_Business_Owners_Make_When_Starting_Their_Own_Venture\" title=\"8 Mistakes Business Owners Make When Starting Their Own Venture\">8 Mistakes Business Owners Make When Starting Their Own Venture<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#1_Taking_on_too_Much_Work\" title=\"#1. Taking on too Much Work&nbsp;\">#1. Taking on too Much Work&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#2_Choosing_the_Wrong_Team\" title=\"#2. Choosing the Wrong Team\">#2. Choosing the Wrong Team<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#3_Failing_to_Market_Effectively\" title=\"#3. Failing to Market Effectively&nbsp;\">#3. Failing to Market Effectively&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#4_Ignoring_the_Competition\" title=\"#4. Ignoring the Competition\">#4. Ignoring the Competition<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#5_Skimping_on_Attorneys\" title=\"#5. Skimping on Attorneys\">#5. Skimping on Attorneys<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#6_Not_Having_a_Website\" title=\"#6. Not Having a Website\">#6. Not Having a Website<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#7_Overspending_andor_Underspending\" title=\"#7. Overspending and\/or Underspending\">#7. Overspending and\/or Underspending<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#8_Avoiding_New_Technology\" title=\"#8. Avoiding New Technology\">#8. Avoiding New Technology<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#Push_Your_Startup_to_1_Deploy_a_Project_Management_Software_Avoid_These_Startup_Mistakes\" title=\"Push Your Startup to #1: Deploy a Project Management Software &amp; Avoid These Startup Mistakes!\">Push Your Startup to #1: Deploy a Project Management Software &amp; Avoid These Startup Mistakes!<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/mistakes-business-owners-make\/#lets_answer_a_few_Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_similar_topics\" title=\"let\u2019s answer a few Frequently Asked Questions on similar topics.\">let\u2019s answer a few Frequently Asked Questions on similar topics.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Mistakes_Business_Owners_Make_When_Starting_Their_Own_Venture\"><\/span><b>8 Mistakes Business Owners Make When Starting Their Own Venture<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Taking_on_too_Much_Work\"><\/span><b>#1. Taking on too Much Work&nbsp;<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve all been guilty of biting off more than we can chew.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Entrepreneurs<\/span> setting out to pursue their business dreams will probably make this more of a rule than an exception. They\u2019re usually running a one-man show, so it\u2019s a given that they\u2019ll have to wear multiple hats in the beginning.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it\u2019s absolutely crucial that you avoid overworking yourself as m<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">istakes are more commonly made when details are overlooked. Balancing expectations with reality is a surefire way to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.invoiceberry.com\/blog\/top-7-tips-stop-freelancer-burnout\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">avoid early-stage burnout<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Outsourcing and business process automation are also your allies.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Choosing_the_Wrong_Team\"><\/span><b>#2. Choosing the Wrong Team<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking of allies, poor hiring choices can become one of the costliest errors you can make early on.&nbsp; Income, time and morale are all depleted when initial hires don\u2019t work out. So to avoid this mistake, be sure to put a lot of thought into your recruitment process.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some valuable <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themuse.com\/advice\/7-keys-to-hiring-your-startups-first-employee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">insights related to the first hiring experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can check out. And remember that in addition to selecting the right candidate, you need to ensure that you\u2019re also ready to step up to that plate and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">effectively manage your new staff<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Another way to ensure you hire the right candidate is to deploy the right <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofs.com\/collaborate\/\">team collaboration software<\/a><\/span><\/strong>. That way you\u2019ll know what resources are required in your organization and what qualities are needed in candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Failing_to_Market_Effectively\"><\/span><b>#3. Failing to Market Effectively&nbsp;<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One major mistake business owners make is failing to market effectively. Build a winning strategy here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/marketing-strategy-for-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Create Marketing Strategy for Business?<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bottom line is:<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it\u2019s ineffective to try to sell to everyone<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carefully <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">selecting your marketing channel<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should be a top priority. Once you figure out what makes your business different, you must dive headfirst into the ever-expanding realm of marketing activities.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is an extensive list of <\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebalancesmb.com\/small-business-marketing-ideas-2951688\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">101 marketing ideas<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for small businesses. Go forth and experiment until you find what works and then experiment some more and figure out how to top it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related Read:&nbsp;<a title=\"How to Create the Perfect Marketing Strategy For Your Business\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/marketing-strategy-for-business\/\">How to Create the Perfect Marketing Strategy For Your Business<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Ignoring_the_Competition\"><\/span><b>#4. Ignoring the Competition<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now I\u2019m in no way advocating that you spend all of your time monitoring your competitors because honestly, every situation is unique. It\u2019s the job of a startup to be innovative, so never be a copycat.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, a little competitor knowledge never hurt anyone. Also as you work on providing the best product\/service possible to your customers, learning from the failures and successes of direct and indirect rival companies can go a long way towards improving your delivery.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Skimping_on_Attorneys\"><\/span><b>#5. Skimping on Attorneys<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I get it &#8211; pinching pennies is oftentimes a necessity due to limited startup capital, but skimping on legal fees is a no-no. Hiring an attorney who specializes in your type of business and is capable of writing up iron-clad agreements will go a far way in the long run.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do yourself a favor and get acquainted with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneur.com\/article\/288649\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">common legal mistakes <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">made by small business owners and then do everything in your power to avoid repeating the ones applicable to your line of business.&nbsp;<\/span>Starting with the right legal structure is a smart move. Consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.llcuniversity.com\/best-state-to-form-an-llc\/\">forming an LLC in the best state<\/a> that aligns with your business needs to protect your personal assets and enhance your credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Not_Having_a_Website\"><\/span><b>#6. Not Having a Website<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There really is no excuse for not having a website in this day and age. A business site is now relevant in virtually every industry. You also come off as way more professional when you\u2019re able to correspond with customers from email address that\u2019s \u2018yourname@yoursmallbusiness.com.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vast majority of web-hosting providers will design, maintain and market your site for quite the bargain. Whether your main concerns are affordability, customer support or performance, they\u2019ve got you covered. For your convenience, here\u2019s a ranking of the current top hosting providers for small businesses.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, among the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/common-reasons-for-project-failure\/\">ways to avoid business failure<\/a><\/span>, a major hurdle is to create the perfect website. Make sure you have an innovative, different website that is optimized for all devices.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Overspending_andor_Underspending\"><\/span><b>#7. Overspending and\/or Underspending<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decreasing expenses to increase income is perhaps the most commonly perceived means of saving for small businesses. But you know as well as I do that in the startup phase, it\u2019s much easier said than done.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re gonna have a tough time accurately estimating sales volumes right off the bat. This revenue forecasting challenge coupled with startup impulse spending can form a deadly combination. Remembering the bottom line and doing a cost-benefit analysis of every expense is highly advisable early on.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the flip side though, cutting spending on key startup expenses (like legal, discussed above) can end up costing you more over time. Try not to limit your potential for success by limiting your beneficial expenses. It\u2019s all about equipping yourself with as much reliable information as possible to be able to make the best informed financial decisions. To get you started, here are 21 money saving tips from other small business owners.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Avoiding_New_Technology\"><\/span><b>#8. Avoiding New Technology<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try as you might, you can\u2019t run from technology. Yes, all the options can be intimidating, but technological advances provide countless opportunities to streamline processes and work more effectively.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why rely on a cumbersome filing cabinet storage system for organizing and retrieving paper-based documents when you could instead have a 24\/7 <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/best-project-management-software\/\">project management software<\/a><\/span> that o<strong>ffers all the features you need to manage all your projects, teams, tasks, clients, and stakeholders<\/strong>?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Right from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/project-initiation\/\">project initiation<\/a> to closing, you can keep track of everything &#8211; and even bill your clients instantly!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t make the mistake of avoiding new technology, especially for work from home setups. Productivity tips during disruptions: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/work-from-tips-amid-covid19\/\">Work from Home Tips to Stay Productive<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Push_Your_Startup_to_1_Deploy_a_Project_Management_Software_Avoid_These_Startup_Mistakes\"><\/span><b>Push Your Startup to #1: Deploy a Project Management Software &amp; Avoid These Startup Mistakes!<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NDQLnhNnFno?autoplay=1&amp;rel=0\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, to sum it all up, start by knowing your business inside out and bear in mind that no man is an island and no business operates in a bubble. Keep the bigger picture in view and continue your efforts to constantly <a href=\"https:\/\/visme.co\/blog\/business-continuity-plan-template\/\">improve business performance<\/a>, whether it be related to marketing, financial management, administration or what have you.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Falter and fall when necessary, but take a page out of the lesson books of others whenever possible.&nbsp; Happy stumbling and strategizing!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know what mistakes to avoid when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/how-to-start-an-online-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"follow noopener\">starting up your business<\/a>, <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"lets_answer_a_few_Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_similar_topics\"><\/span>let\u2019s answer a few Frequently Asked Questions on similar topics.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Q. How can businesses avoid mistakes?<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses can avoid mistakes by staying organized, doing in-depth market research, hiring the right employees, and learning how to delegate work properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Q. How do you prevent startup failure?<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can prevent startup failure by thinking like your customers, investing in the right teams, enhancing your leadership skills, and ensuring everything go as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Q. Why do most startups fail?<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are multiple reasons why most startups fail, some of the main reasons are not keeping customers in mind when developing products\/services, lack of focus, and not working as a team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recommended Read:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"5 Project Management Methodologies for Startup Businesses\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proprofsproject.com\/blog\/project-management-methodologies\/\">Project Management Methodologies for Startup Businesses<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So I take it you\u2019re thinking of venturing out and establishing a business?&nbsp; First things first, check out the awesome infographic below to provide some added guidance on whether or not you\u2019re actually ready for self-employment and setting up shop. Made it all the way to the end?&nbsp; Or perhaps you\u2019ve already taken the leap&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":38610,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[22],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-22905","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-help-center"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Common Business Mistakes Business Owners Make (How to Avoid Them)<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Starting your business is not easy. 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