Building a startup and trying to break into an established market is very difficult, especially if you’re trying to do it alone! That’s why it’s critical to find the right co-founder for the journey. In this episode of Startup School, YC Group Partner Harj Taggar explains why you need a co-founder, when to bring them on, where you can find one and how to maintain the relationship.
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Chapters (Powered by https://bit.ly/chapterme-yc) –
00:00 – Intro
02:55 – Should you start a company without a co-founder?
04:40 – What should you look for in a potential co-founder?
08:30 – Where can you find co-founders?
13:15 – How do you get started working together?
15:10 – Common reasons for co-founder breakups
17:59 – How do you avoid getting into a co-founder breakup?
19:57 – Summary