How to deal with difficult partners? This is a great question posed by one of my readers. Hi Mr. Evan, I was interested in knowing about partnerships and how we should get along with each other, especially when working on a startup. I often get confused about how four partners can share equal money and profits. Ego clashes can arise due to different work tasks. Can you give me an idea about what kind of policies should be implemented in such situations? Thanks and regards. This is a great question and one that causes a lot of stress for people working in partnerships. Often, when starting a business, you realize that you can't do everything yourself and need people with complementary skills. However, partnerships can fall apart when things get difficult and tough. Being in a partnership is similar to being married, where you go through both good and bad times together. Therefore, it is crucial to choose the right people and not jump into something just because it sounds exciting. Dealing with partners is hard, but I have had mostly great experiences. Here are five suggestions on how to make your partnership work: 1. Have aligned vision and values: This is important from the start. Find partners who have complementary skill sets and share the same vision for what you want to build. They should love what you stand for and be aligned with the company's mission, beyond just making money. Shared values are crucial, as most disagreements in partnerships revolve around values-related issues. 2. Have defined roles: Although you may not be able to choose your partners now, it is essential to have clearly defined roles. Each person should know their responsibilities and not step on each other's toes. Designate someone as the CEO or president, with others having specific roles and...
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