Co-founders must get along well; many startups fail due to disputes between co-founders, so I look for signs of a strong working relationship during interviews.

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

In a meeting with a famous VC, the investor wasted time asking about my co-founder’s Chinese language skills instead of focusing on our business pitch, which felt inappropriate and frustrating.

Cofounder relationships are critical to a startup's success, and cofounder disputes can significantly harm productivity and morale.

Having different work ethic expectations can strain co-founder relationships, especially in the demanding environment of a startup.

Co-founders who have never had hard conversations may face explosive disagreements when they finally do, highlighting the importance of prior relationship building.

Co-founders wanting to be the CEO can lead to conflicts, as it creates a power struggle and undermines trust among the team.

The three of us here have extensive experience in dealing with co-founder relationships, including many founder breakups, which often lead to the company's failure due to interpersonal issues rather than business problems.

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.