Welcome to Funtimes Exchange, the podcast where every voice matters.Today, we're tackling a crucial topic for entrepreneurs everywhere: what truly holds small businesses back from growth? Drawing from exclusive interviews conducted by Tiffany Spraggins-Payne with business owners seeking support, we've identified three critical roadblocks that appear time and again in the entrepreneurial journey.
Whether you're currently running a business, dreaming of starting one, or simply interested in understanding the economic backbone of our communities, this episode offers valuable insights straight from the trenches. We'll examine why a staggering 80% of businesses struggle with marketing effectiveness, the persistent challenges of accessing capital, and the very real personal toll of the owner-operator lifestyle.
So grab your notebook and coffee, you might want to take notes on this one as we unpack not just the problems, but the potential solutions that could transform the small businesses.
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