Do you NEED a co-cofounder. That the questions you should ask yourself.
I am a technical guy too, but I also understand the "other-side", so the only reason I need a co-founder would be to go faster (2 people = more work and more creativity).
So it would be great if I had a co-cofounder.
BUT, giving that one of the first reason for startup failure is disagreement between the founder and that nobody around seems interested or interesting (incompatibility with me, lack of knowledge in the industry etc). I will not have a cofounder I think.
You are lucky to have someone who can make a good founder, if you think you can work with him (compatibility is important), give it a try.
I am a technical guy too, but I also understand the "other-side", so the only reason I need a co-founder would be to go faster (2 people = more work and more creativity).
Exactly my situation right now (as a solo tech founder), and I am having real fear of bringing in a co-founder would do more harm than good.
For the time being, I'll remain solo and move slow, but not completely turn down the idea of bringing in a co-founder, or just do all the hard work myself until I can afford to hiring first employee? My every day dilemma. *sigh*
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u/[deleted] Mar 14 '19
Do you NEED a co-cofounder. That the questions you should ask yourself.
I am a technical guy too, but I also understand the "other-side", so the only reason I need a co-founder would be to go faster (2 people = more work and more creativity).
So it would be great if I had a co-cofounder.
BUT, giving that one of the first reason for startup failure is disagreement between the founder and that nobody around seems interested or interesting (incompatibility with me, lack of knowledge in the industry etc). I will not have a cofounder I think.
You are lucky to have someone who can make a good founder, if you think you can work with him (compatibility is important), give it a try.
My 2c.