Co-founders: Page 8
Why Ben Picked Jerry
Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield launched the legendary ice-cream brand Ben & Jerry's in 1978. And they're still friends today.
The Critical Process of Identifying the Right Co-Founder
There's no easy formula for success and sometimes only time will tell if a business leader has made a good choice.
Gilt Groupe Co-Founder: The 5 Secrets of Super Successful Founder Relationships
Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, co-founder of Gilt Groupe and new beauty service app Glamsquad, reveals what it takes to build a productive and harmonious founding team.
4 Types of Apps That Never Succeed
If you're launching an app-based business, stay clear of these problems that will sink your startup.
Coke Is Luring Experienced Entrepreneurs to Create New Startups
In Coca-Cola's new platform for entrepreneurs, Coke brings the money and the cachet, while startups (hopefully) help the soda giant reach new markets down the road.
5 Things to Do Before Saying 'I Do' to a Business Partner
When you meet a potential partner your personalities may click and your goals may be identical, but to have a successful relationship, clarity is key.
How Two Entrepreneurial Jetsetters Stay Grounded at 30,000 Feet
Traveling the country can be a challenge for co-founders. But here's how this pair makes the traveling part work.
Coax the Right Tech Nerd to Partner With at Your Startup
If you have business savvy but lack technical skills, bring in a technologist to strengthen your leadership.
The 3 Essential Things Needed in a Founders' Agreement
While your relationship with your co-founder may be peachy right now, there is a possibility it could turn sour down the road. To protect yourself (and the company), make sure these three areas are covered in your founders' agreement.
How Much of Your Company Should You Give to New Co-Founders?
It helps to bring in others to fill any gaps in your skill or experience. Here are five variables that will help you determine how much a new partner is worth.
5 Things You Must Do When Entering Into a 50/50 Partnership
Often entrepreneurs need another individual to help found (and run) a company. And while two minds are better than one, these two minds need to be on the same page.
The Master List: Questions to Ask Potential Co-Founders
When looking for a co-founder, entrepreneurs need to make sure they are matched with the right partner before taking the startup leap together. Otherwise, disaster could ensue.
Friends Forever? Stay Close Even After Co-Founding a Company.
Each partner should contribute to the business based on strengths. Rely on an advisor if needed and prepare for your relationship to evolve.
The Survival Guide to Co-Founders Living Far Apart
In this tale of two cities, the principals built a startup while living hundreds of miles away. Here are their insights.
3 Easy Steps for Finding the Ideal Co-Founder
Business partnerships are often compared to marriage: If you find the right match, success will ensue. Otherwise, you may be headed for disaster (and a nasty breakup).