We sold our HVAC business in 2022. After years of long hot summers, tough decisions, and the rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, I thought we were ready. But looking back, I see the mistakes I made — mistakes that could have been avoided with the right guidance. Mistake #1: Bad Partnerships and Eager Exits Partnerships can be powerful catalysts for growth—but they can also become sources of deep frustration. In my case, I was so eager to escape a challenging business relations