986: 10 Lessons from 10 Years in Business Every Entrepreneur Should Hear

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After a decade of running a business, I’ve learned that success isn’t about making the “perfect” decision—it’s about resilience, clarity, and leaning into what you do best.

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In this episode of The Strategy Hour Podcast, I break down the 10 most important lessons from 10 years in business ranging from mindset, leadership, and sustainable growth. You’ll learn why there’s no such thing as a right or wrong decision, how to filter out bad advice, why celebrating yourself is essential, and how to build real community so business doesn’t feel lonely.

If you’ve ever searched for entrepreneurship lessons, how to grow a small business, or mindset tips for entrepreneurs, this episode is packed with strategies and reflections to help you build a business—and a life—you truly love.

Episode Highlights

1. You’re Capable of More Than You Think. [0:02:10]

2. There’s No Such Thing as a Right or Wrong Decision. [0:04:22]

3. Not Everyone’s Advice Is Worth Taking. [0:10:27]

4. Lean Into What Comes Naturally. [0:12:36]

5. Sharpen Your Strengths, Not Your Weaknesses. [0:13:41]

6. Hard Seasons Will Come, But You Can Get Through Them. [0:24:27]

7. Feedback Isn’t a Personal Attack. [0:26:52]

8. Two Things Can Be True at Once. [0:31:14]

9. No One Will Celebrate You Unless You Celebrate Yourself. [0:38:14]

10. Building a Business Doesn’t Have to Be Lonely. [0:42:02]

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