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Jessica Livingston

05/29/17

@ Y Combinator

If you notice red flags in your cofounder relationship, address them immediately instead of hoping they will resolve themselves.

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Jessica Livingston on Cofounder Disputes and Making Something People Want

@ Y Combinator

Jessica Livingston on Cofounder Disputes and Making Something People Want

05/29/17

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

If you notice red flags in your co-founder relationship, address them immediately instead of hoping they will resolve on their own.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

When issues arise between co-founders, it's important to address them early rather than letting them fester, as this can prevent larger problems later.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

Conflict is a natural part of any relationship, including those between co-founders, and it's essential to address it rather than avoid it.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

To avoid co-founder breakups, have regular one-on-one conversations to address disagreements and maintain open communication.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

In co-founder conflicts, it's essential to communicate openly, as most relationship issues stem from communication breakdowns.

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Allison Cooper

05/20/25

@ a16z

Founders should resolve any issues regarding ownership in writing early on, such as confirming if a friend does not want to be involved anymore.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to have difficult conversations regularly to prevent stress and fractures in the co-founder relationship over time.

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Will Ahmed

05/20/25

@ Chris Williamson

Avoiding red flags in business and personal life is essential to expedite finding green flags, which represent positive opportunities.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Even with a great co-founder relationship, ongoing effort is needed to maintain it and avoid potential conflicts.