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Mentor Business Podcast · 14 August 2025

Be Open or Lose the Game: Real Business Lessons That Have Ended Friends' Businesses

Episode · 14.08.2025 · Solo · Video + audio

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If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or founder facing cash flow pressure, customer headaches, or stalled growth this episode is a wakeup call.

Dr Lewis Haydon breaks down the critical mindset that separates businesses that scale… from those that crash and burn. With real stories from the trenches, including lessons from friends whose businesses failed, this episode exposes the hidden dangers of being closed off, and the cost of ignoring mentorship, advice, or hard feedback.

This is raw, strategic insight for entrepreneurs navigating real-world pressure, where cash flow is tight, mistakes are expensive, and adaptability is the key to survival. Lewis shares his personal experience on payment terms, bad decisions, and the power of having the right people in your corner.

If you’re serious about building a business that lasts listen now.

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