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Harj Taggar

03/26/21

@ Y Combinator

The transition from working informally to formalizing your startup should happen when both co-founders are committed to building the company together.

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How to Find the Right Co-founder

@ Y Combinator

03/26/21

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Harj Taggar

03/26/21

@ Y Combinator

Once you've decided on a co-founder, formalize your partnership through legal incorporation and a vesting agreement to ensure shared commitment.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

You should ideally have a set of potential co-founders before starting a startup, which can be developed through working on projects together in less pressurized environments.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

The most successful startups in history had co-founding teams, and it's important to have someone who is all in on the startup journey with you.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/21/25

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to acknowledge that both co-founders are invested in the success of the startup, which can help mitigate conflicts.

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Tom Preston-Werner

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Having shared ideas and good communication among co-founders is vital for pushing a startup forward.

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Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Commitment is essential; founders need to be prepared to leave their jobs and fully dedicate themselves to their startup to succeed.

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Harj Taggar

09/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Once you've found a potential co-founder, start working together on small projects to test the partnership before fully committing.

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Harj Taggar

11/02/22

@ Y Combinator

If you find a collaborator you enjoy working with on side projects, and both of you want to start a company, consider making the jump together.

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Harj Taggar

11/02/22

@ Y Combinator

To prepare for starting a company, focus on finding both an idea and a co-founder simultaneously, as they often develop together.