Perfect Partners? How to Take the Risk Out of Sharing a Business

By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008 Under Small Business When you first go into business on your own, the idea of having a partner can be very appealing. You dream of having someone to share your goals, challenges, risks, and responsibilities and, of course, celebrations. It can also be an attractive option if you've been doing it on your own for a while and want to broaden your base and take your business up a level. Forming a partnership can be a fantastic way of growing a business. So why is it there are so many tales of business woe about partnerships that didn't work out?