The Co-Founder Trap: Why Friendships Don't Guarantee a Good Business Partnership You and your best friend dream of startup gloryโlate-night ideas, shared laughs, unstoppable vibes. But hereโs the trap: friendship doesnโt mean a solid co-founder fit. One startup I saw crashed when buddies couldnโt agree on cash flowโresentment replaced trust fast. Skills, not sentiment, build businesses. You need someone who complements your weaknesses, not just your hangouts. Test it: split a tough call on day one. If itโs awkward, rethink it. Pick a partner for the grind, not the good timesโyour startupโs survival depends on it.
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