I am in the planning phase of opening my own shop after I retire from the military. I have roughly 4 years to really think this out and plan it right. What I am asking from you guys is your opinions as to some of the pitfalls you ran into as you grew your business. I am not looking for your trade secrets or anything, just your "fair warnings" of what you came across that you wish you would have known prior to going down this road and some sound business advice for a fledgling business.

Thanks for the advice!


Brad