Every business owner dreams of success, but the reality is many companies fail—and most never reach their potential. After working with thousands of businesses, I’ve seen the same mistakes over and over again. In this video, I’ll break down the 7 most common reasons businesses eventually fail entirely (go out of business).

This video will give you actionable examples to avoid these disasters. Whether you’re just starting out or managing an established business, these real-world examples could save your business from complete failure.

Don’t wait for these mistakes to catch up with you—watch now to protect your business and achieve the success you’ve been working toward.

You can view the materials referenced in this video at https://5forfifty.com/30-costly-business-mistakes-to-avoid/

Nobody tells you THIS about marketing, but it’s the reason most businesses struggle to grow. If you’ve ever felt like marketing is just too expensive or that big competitors have an unfair advantage, you’re not wrong. The cost of acquiring customers is higher than you think—and if you don’t have a huge budget, it can feel impossible to compete.

But here’s the good news: there’s a way to massively increase your sales & marketing power—even if you don’t have deep pockets. In this video, I’ll break down:

✅ Why marketing costs so much (the real numbers)
✅ Why your business feels stuck (and how to fix it)
✅ A strategy that lets you have a BIG marketing budget—even if you don’t have much money

If you’re serious about growing your business, you need to watch this.

Are you always frustrated with your business or financial situation? You’re not alone. Whether it’s feeling stuck in business, dealing with employee problems, or struggling with your health, frustration can feel like a constant—no matter how successful you are.

Here’s reality: frustration isn’t just about not achieving your goals. Even with financial success and freedom, I’ve faced the same challenges—and chances are, so have you.

In this video, I’ll break down the real reason behind that constant feeling of frustration and share a simple, actionable method to reduce it massively. It’s not about working harder or setting more goals; it’s about something much deeper.

If you’re tired of feeling stuck and ready to make progress, this is the video for you. Watch to the end and try the 14-day challenge—I believe it will change the way you feel about your life and business.


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The Truth Behind ‘Billionaire’ Business Advice - https://youtu.be/93YT7TXOwQ8

🌍  My website - https://www.5ForFifty.com

WHO AM I?
Hey 👋, I’m Jonathan Pototschnik; many friends call me JP. I’ve been an entrepreneur my whole life, with a brief detour working for a software company from age 20 to 24. I’ve had some incredible wins, like building multiple companies to 8-figure annual revenues and enjoying a significant exit from my software company. But I’ve also faced my share of struggles, such as losing three years and $100k on my first ‘real’ company and walking away from another after investing several years and giving back my equity.

I’ve learned a lot from both my successes and failures. In my videos, I share evidence-based strategies that worked for me; I hope they’ll provide you with a massive shortcut to reach your goals.

Are the lessons billionaires and ultra-successful entrepreneurs teach really as helpful as they seem? In this video, we dig deep into the truth behind popular ‘billionaire’ business advice and expose the hidden contradictions in what they preach versus what they actually did to succeed. From Arnold Schwarzenegger’s plant-based advocacy to billionaires promoting higher taxes, we’ll uncover how these ideas often don’t align with the steps they took to build their wealth.

Discover why some advice might be dangerous or even counterproductive, and learn how to filter the wisdom that truly applies to your journey. If you’re navigating your path to success, this video will help you avoid common traps and focus on the strategies that really work.

Don’t fall for the hype—watch now to gain clarity on the advice worth following and the lessons you need to rethink.

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Steps from $0 To $1 Million.  FAST - https://youtu.be/6HCalPqRx3g

🌍  My website - https://www.5ForFifty.com

WHO AM I?
Hey 👋, I’m Jonathan Pototschnik; many friends call me JP. I’ve been an entrepreneur my whole life, with a brief detour working for a software company from age 20 to 24. I’ve had some incredible wins, like building multiple companies to 8-figure annual revenues and enjoying a significant exit from my software company. But I’ve also faced my share of struggles, such as losing three years and $100k on my first ‘real’ company and walking away from another after investing several years and giving back my equity.

I’ve learned a lot from both my successes and failures. In my videos, I share evidence-based strategies that worked for me; I hope they’ll provide you with a massive shortcut to reach your goals.

Think college will help you become a successful entrepreneur? Think again. In this video, I break down why college can actually slow you down if your goal is to build a business. I explain the essential skills you need to know to succeed as an entrepreneur—skills you won’t learn in a classroom. I’ll share why learning too much in advance can hurt you, what you really need to learn, and—most importantly—how to learn it while building your business in real time. If you’re ready to fast-track your success and skip the delays, this video is for you.


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Get This Right.  Get Rich. - https://youtu.be/6zrTAzlmYbk

🌍  My website - https://www.5ForFifty.com

WHO AM I?
Hey 👋, I’m Jonathan Pototschnik; many friends call me JP. I’ve been an entrepreneur my whole life, with a brief detour working for a software company from age 20 to 24. I’ve had some incredible wins, like building multiple companies to 8-figure annual revenues and enjoying a significant exit from my software company. But I’ve also faced my share of struggles, such as losing three years and $100k on my first ‘real’ company and walking away from another after investing several years and giving back my equity.

I’ve learned a lot from both my successes and failures. In my videos, I share evidence-based strategies that worked for me; I hope they’ll provide you with a massive shortcut to reach your goals.

Have you ever thought about starting a business that’s simple, low-cost, and highly profitable? In this video, we sit down with EJ McCoy of Scoop Soldiers to explore how to start and grow a poop-scooping business that makes 70% gross margins. Whether you’re looking for a stand-alone venture or an add-on to your current business, this step-by-step guide has you covered.

From getting your first clients to scaling your operations, EJ shares everything you need to know about turning this overlooked niche into a thriving business.

Pooper Scooper Service - Pet Waste Removal | Scoop Soldiers -
https://www.scoopsoldiers.com/
Pet Waste Millionaire -
https://www.youtube.com/@petwastemillionaire

Chapters:

0:28 Who Is EJ
3:44 How To Start
6:07 What To Do With Waste?
9:54 Add On or Stand Alone Business?
13:24 How To Get Clients Part 1
16:03 Insurance
18:18 Working with Dogs
20:39 How To Set Pricing
25:55 How To Hire 1st Employee
29:11 How To Bill
30:34 3 Keys To Scaling
32:53 How To Get Clients Part 2

🌍  My website - https://www.5ForFifty.com

WHO AM I?
Hey 👋, I’m Jonathan Pototschnik; many friends call me JP. I’ve been an entrepreneur my whole life, with a brief detour working for a software company from age 20 to 24. I’ve had some incredible wins, like building multiple companies to 8-figure annual revenues and enjoying a significant exit from my software company. But I’ve also faced my share of struggles, such as losing three years and $100k on my first ‘real’ company and walking away from another after investing several years and giving back my equity.

I’ve learned a lot from both my successes and failures. In my videos, I share evidence-based strategies that worked for me; I hope they’ll provide you with a massive shortcut to reach your goals.

In this powerful 1-hour and 15-minute interview my friend Josh Latimer of Warplan interviews me, I dive deep into what it takes to build multiple companies to 8-figure annual revenues.

We discuss the driving motivations behind my journey, the critical lessons I’ve learned, and why so many business owners get stuck and never reach their full potential. From delayed gratification and building confidence to mastering marketing (the #1 skill every business owner must have), this conversation is packed with actionable insights and hard truths about what it really takes to scale a business.

We also explore the importance of hardcore focus, overcoming obstacles, and why the ability to stay disciplined is your biggest advantage.

If you’re ready to break through plateaus and take your business to the next level, this video is for you.

Topics We Cover:

- What motivated me to build multiple 8-figure businesses
- Why most business owners never achieve their goals
- How to escape being stuck in your business
- Lessons learned from decades in business
- The role of delayed gratification in success
- Building unshakable confidence as an entrepreneur
- The power of marketing and why it’s the most critical skill
- Why hardcore focus separates the successful from the rest

Don’t miss this deep dive into the mindset, strategies, and tools that can transform your business and your life!

Visit Josh Latimer at WarPlan Home

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Get This Right.  Get Rich. - https://youtu.be/6zrTAzlmYbk

🌍  My website - https://www.5ForFifty.com

WHO AM I?
Hey 👋, I’m Jonathan Pototschnik; many friends call me JP. I’ve been an entrepreneur my whole life, with a brief detour working for a software company from age 20 to 24. I’ve had some incredible wins, like building multiple companies to 8-figure annual revenues and enjoying a significant exit from my software company. But I’ve also faced my share of struggles, such as losing three years and $100k on my first ‘real’ company and walking away from another after investing several years and giving back my equity.

I’ve learned a lot from both my successes and failures. In my videos, I share evidence-based strategies that worked for me; I hope they’ll provide you with a massive shortcut to reach your goals.

Thinking about building custom software for your company? Or, building software to sell to your competitors?  STOP. In this video, I’m breaking down exactly why creating your own software is one of the worst decisions you can make for your business.

I’ll share real-world examples of the hidden challenges, skyrocketing costs, and endless headaches that come with building and managing custom software. From unexpected development expenses to ongoing maintenance nightmares, I’ll explain why this path could sink your business faster than you think.

Whether you’re considering custom software or already in too deep, this video is your wake-up call.

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Steps from $0 To $1 Million.  FAST - https://youtu.be/6HCalPqRx3g

🌍  My website - https://www.5ForFifty.com

WHO AM I?
Hey 👋, I’m Jonathan Pototschnik; many friends call me JP. I’ve been an entrepreneur my whole life, with a brief detour working for a software company from age 20 to 24. I’ve had some incredible wins, like building multiple companies to 8-figure annual revenues and enjoying a significant exit from my software company. But I’ve also faced my share of struggles, such as losing three years and $100k on my first ‘real’ company and walking away from another after investing several years and giving back my equity.

I’ve learned a lot from both my successes and failures. In my videos, I share evidence-based strategies that worked for me; I hope they’ll provide you with a massive shortcut to reach your goals.

After five years of living with a robot mower, I’ve seen it all—the features I love, the quirks I’ve learned to accept, and the problems I never expected. In this video, I share a complete list of pros and cons from a homeowner’s perspective, plus my honest verdict on whether I’d recommend a robot mower after all this time. If you’re thinking about implementing robot mowers in your business, this video will give you all the insights you need to understand the buyer’s (your client’s) perspective.

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Should You Add Robot Mowers to Your Business? - https://youtu.be/TI3CThkcm0I

🌍  My website - https://www.5ForFifty.com

WHO AM I?
Hey 👋, I’m Jonathan Pototschnik; many friends call me JP. I’ve been an entrepreneur my whole life, with a brief detour working for a software company from age 20 to 24. I’ve had some incredible wins, like building multiple companies to 8-figure annual revenues and enjoying a significant exit from my software company. But I’ve also faced my share of struggles, such as losing three years and $100k on my first ‘real’ company and walking away from another after investing several years and giving back my equity.

I’ve learned a lot from both my successes and failures. In my videos, I share evidence-based strategies that worked for me; I hope they’ll provide you with a massive shortcut to reach your goals.

I've got a new video series coming called "Roadmap to $1 Million Dollars".  I'm going to break down step by step what it takes on a daily, weekly, and quarterly basis.  Find out what you need to learn and do to go from $0 to a $1 million dollar business. If you want a copy of the roadmap please visit 5forFifty.com. Please leave any comments or questions below.

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How to Sell Your Business in 15 Minutes (Step-by-Step) - https://youtu.be/J5QIrPSuRDo

🌍  My website - https://www.5ForFifty.com

WHO AM I?
Hey 👋, I’m Jonathan Pototschnik; many friends call me JP. I’ve been an entrepreneur my whole life, with a brief detour working for a software company from age 20 to 24. I’ve had some incredible wins, like building multiple companies to 8-figure annual revenues and enjoying a significant exit from my software company. But I’ve also faced my share of struggles, such as losing three years and $100k on my first ‘real’ company and walking away from another after investing several years and giving back my equity.

I’ve learned a lot from both my successes and failures. In my videos, I share evidence-based strategies that worked for me; I hope they’ll provide you with a massive shortcut to reach your goals.