Cowdenbeath manager Paul McLean is demanding his players sharpen up at both ends of the park.
The Blue Brazil did not get the start they wanted at Berwick, and now have two home games this week to get their points collection moving.
They face Bo'ness United on Tuesday and Bonnyrigg Rose on Saturday.
McLean wants his players to capitalise on opportunities and tighten their defence.
He said: "It was a very frustrating day at Berwick, as for long spells we dominated the game and in the first period we had three or four very good chances, which if taken would have put us on the road to victory, but we missed them and then gave away a very avoidable goal."
He pointed out that heads dropped after Berwick's opener, leading to a period of flat play that allowed Berwick to seize control.
McLean believes this is a costly habit that must be broken.
They also had a goal disallowed, which he described as "a bit unlucky", but stressed the importance of maintaining momentum regardless of setbacks.
The manager is aware that his team is very young but sees this as an opportunity for them to learn quickly.
By doing so, he believes they can become a formidable unit.
McLean said: "There is not a lot between the sides in the Lowland League and taking chances and defending well can give you that clear advantage which can open the door for key wins and that has to be our aim."
He emphasised the importance of the upcoming home games against Bo'ness and Bonnyrigg.
"We have two home games this week and while we know the opposition, in the shape of Bo'ness and Bonnyrigg, will be tough, these are games we can win if we get things right at both ends of the park and that has to be our aim."
The manager reported no injuries from the Berwick match but plans to make one or two changes for this week's games.
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