Ep. 451: 10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Got Started

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Ep. 451: 10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Got Started

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Some people are too broke to hire and building a successful business is more like playing Risk than is is playing Monopoly! Here are 10 things I wish I knew when I got started. seancastrina.com gigstrategic.com

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The 10 Minute Entrepreneur is a podcast for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Seasoned serial entrepreneur Sean Castrina shares quick hitting tips to help equip you for success. Both tactical and practical, Sean's advice will help you thrive.

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