In this candid episode, Sam shares the reality of small-business slip-ups — from misquotes and budget blowouts to those “oh no” moments when everything goes sideways. You’ll learn practical ways to pause, reset, and turn failure into forward motion.

You’ll hear about:

• How to handle mistakes without spiralling
• Why reflection beats self-blame every time
• Turning failure into feedback
• Using support networks for recovery
• Simple steps to regroup and rebuild confidence

Key Quote: “Success isn’t final, failure isn’t fatal — it’s the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill

Takeaway: Every setback is a setup for your next comeback. Learn it, fix it, move on — and keep building the business you’re proud of.

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