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Most common missteps I’ve encountered over years of self-employment. Starting and running your own business can be super exciting, but it's not always easy. Even the smartest people can make mistakes. Here's a list of common slip-ups I've seen a lot of business starters make:

1. Quitting Too Early: Sometimes, you might work really hard on your business but still feel like it's not going anywhere. Remember, success could be just around the corner. Keep at it, but also be realistic. If things really aren't working out, it's okay to try something new.

2. Thinking its Easy and Cheap: Social media can make starting a business look like a piece of cake with unlimited cash. But the truth? Expect lots of hard work and tight budgets, especially at the start.

3. Celebrating Too Soon: Got your first order or finished your first product? Cool! But hold off the big celebration until you've really hit some major goals, like making good money or growing your business a lot.

4. Focusing on the Small Stuff: It's easy to get caught up in getting the perfect name or logo, but what's really important is making money. Focus on selling and getting your product out there.

5. Not Having a Game Plan: It's great to set goals, but you need a solid plan to reach them. Learn about strategic planning and forecasting to get ahead.

6. Not Setting Up Systems: When you start, things might be slow, but don't wait to set up good systems. Once business picks up, you'll be glad you have these in place.

7. Sticking to the Old Ways: Just because something works doesn't mean it can't be better. Try new things regularly; it could lead to awesome improvements.

8. Ignoring Feedback: Your customers and employees can give you some of the best advice. Listen to them – it's like having your own research team.

9. Hiring the Same Types of People: It's easy to hire people just like you, but sometimes you need different perspectives. Look for different character traits and skills in your team.

10. Growing Too Fast: It's tempting to expand quickly when things are going well, but be careful. Growing too fast can lead to lots of problems, like poor quality or overworked staff.

Remember, making mistakes is part of the journey. Learning from them is what will help

you succeed in the long run!