Starting and growing a small business is an exciting journey, but let’s be honest—it’s not easy. Most businesses don’t fail because of bad ideas; they fail because they lack the right systems, strategies, and mindset to scale. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly firefighting instead of leading, you’re not alone.

At Oliver Price Group, we’ve worked with hundreds of business owners in their first five years who have the passion and vision but struggle with the same core challenges. The good news? Every challenge has a solution. Here are the five biggest roadblocks small businesses face—and how to break through them.