Everyone, in any endeavor, gets stuck at some point. All of a sudden, or so it seems, things aren’t going right. Or even going anywhere.

Writers get writer’s block. Athletes suffer from losing streaks. Running a business is no different; what was working well yesterday isn’t working today. You try many things, but nothing works. You’re at a loss about how to get moving forward again.

The first thing you need to do—after admitting to yourself you’re stuck—is to pinpoint why. The reasons come in many different flavors. Scan the list below. Be honest, and check any that have you nodding yes.

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