Thursday, November 06, 2025
Avoiding the Early Pitfalls: Common Mistakes New Small Business Owners Make
Every year, dozens of Jamestown’s entrepreneurs step out with big dreams — and sometimes, tangled spreadsheets. The truth is, starting small doesn’t mean thinking small. Yet even the most passionate founders stumble into a few universal traps — from overpromising to underbudgeting. Let’s untangle those before they cost you precious time (and sleep). TL;DR Biggest Small Biz Mistakes → Trying to do it all, ignoring cash flow, neglecting contracts, avoiding marketing, and skipping self-care. Quick