How To Find A Co-Founder | Startup School

Catheryn Li built the YC co-founder matching platform. This discussion with YC Visiting Partner Divya Bhat covers the importance of having a co-founder, how to get and vet one, and how to build a successful working relationship with your co-founder.

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Chapters (Powered by https://bit.ly/chapterme-yc) –
00:00 – Introduction
00:41 – Meaning of a co-founder
03:39 – Finding a co-founder
04:39 – Co-founder matching platform
08:17 – Tips on getting the most of the platform
10:04 – Evaluate potential co-founder
12:35 – Technical co-founder vs. Dev shops
13:40 – Trial projects
14:40 – Spliting equity
16:29 – How to work together
18:59 – Topics to discuss before committing
20:07 – Building trust
24:01 – How to setup for quick decision making
26:20 – Personality and communication styles
29:04 – Useful habits for a productive relationship