Would you rather partner with friend or stranger?
Hashir Hassan
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I’ve been following lots of podcasts lately (mostly during driving) — heard people saying it’s bad idea to partner with friends — you end up lazy, and arguments close at “bro just trust me, it will work”
How do you find co-founders?
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Chemical Bull@chemical_bull
I'd rather partner with a friend because there's existing trust and understanding, which can make collaboration smoother and more enjoyable.
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A fried, because I'd know that person's value systems (somewhat)
I found a stranger because I don't have any friends to partner with :(
@oasis_watts now you have a friend atleast, right? (Your partner) :D
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Finding the right co-founder is crucial for the success of a startup. While partnering with a friend may seem appealing, it's important to consider compatibility, skills, and commitment levels above all. Networking events, industry meetups, and online platforms can be great resources for finding potential co-founders who share your vision and work ethic. Ultimately, it's about finding someone who complements your strengths and is dedicated to the long-term success of the venture.
@chris_prosopo did you find any partner from public forums?
Definitively stranger. The problem with some 'friends' is that they can't tell the difference between business and friendship. In business, you can't be emotional. So with a partner who is your friend, you run the risk of falling into that.
I don't have much experience in that, but many business founders say not to do business with the three Fs: Friends, Family, and Fools.
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Hard to say.
My co-founder is my college friend. We're friends for last 14+ years. Trust is super strong. Fights and disagreements are also there, but we hold on to each other and work on the business.
Don't want to be biased in my advise here, but I'd say keep your eyes wide open if you're actively looking for a co-founder. It's like finding a date, you could discover them among your friends or random strangers who happen to be passionate about same things.
@vertikanigam niceee! Do you guys have the same education?
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friend! I know some people say it's not the best, but I couldn't make a baby (yes, for me a startup is like a baby!) with a stranger. Requires to much trust and compatibility I couldn't give away to someone I don't know.
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I recommend partnering with individuals who share your vision and values, whether they be friends or strangers. It's important to have a strong foundation of trust and compatibility in any business partnership.
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From my past experiences, partnering up with friends was a complete disaster. Although it might work perfectly if you have prior work experience together, if not, I would say going solo is faster and saves you time and emotional energy. I'm currently working on a project, https://linkedpal.io, with my brother, and it was the best decision I've made so far.
@kevisdeving youre suggesting to avoid friends and go solo but your venture with brother is going amazing soooo?
I’ll choose someone in the middle.
I'd say it's like choosing between a road trip with a friend who knows all the best playlists or a stranger with a questionable taste in music. Finding co-founders can be a mix of luck, shared vision, and a sprinkle of trust—kind of like a startup recipe for success, right?