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Breakthrough Success: Avoid These Costly Small Business Mistakes

February 21, 2025 • Bernie Franzgrote, Wayne Pratt and GUEST Al Guvener • Season 3 • Episode 41

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Are These Mistakes Holding Your Business Back?

Running a small business isn’t easy. Many entrepreneurs struggle with branding, financial planning, and market research—sometimes without even realizing it!

In this episode of Knack 4 Business, Al Guvener from Twelve 7 Ventures shares the biggest mistakes small business owners make—and how to fix them.

With years of experience in sales and marketing, Al explains:

✅ Why strategic planning is a game-changer
✅ How to build a strong, consistent brand
✅ The key to smart financial decisions
✅ Why adapting to market trends is a must
✅ The impact of networking and digital presence on business growth

If you’re looking for practical tips to grow smarter and faster, this episode is for you!

🎧 Listen now and take your business to the next level!

📩 Got questions? Email us at info@kreativinsight.com
🔗 Connect with Al: LinkedIn | Email: al@twelve7ventures.ca

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Special thanks to Carl Richards (Podcast Solutions Made Simple), Fred Crouch (Property Wizard), Jovan Strika (@Hive), Melanie Webber, and Wayne Pratt (Motive8U Inc.) for their support!

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