A 50/50 split may not be the best way to divide up ownership of your company. An arrangement like that could lead to unforeseen problems down the line. Peter Wendell, a Stanford Business School lecturer in strategic management and the founder of Sierra Ventures, has some advice about how to manage your partnerships.
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Forming Strategic Partnerships When Starting Your Business
Published: August 18, 2013
Summary
You should set some specific guidelines when establishing a partnership for your small company.