- Don't think that what happens to you is forever. Business is a dynamic process. There's nothing wrong with getting to know people, trying things out, and then breaking up. That's okay. Never assume you're with that person forever. We're all free people, and we can leave anytime you can. Your cofounder can leave. Cofounders meet and break up. Try to talk right away about how you will part ways. This will help.
- Seek out the first cofounders from among those close to you. You'll still fight but know what the person is like and what to expect from them. Try to pick your most trusted ones, even if they could be better candidates. You're not perfect, either. It's hard to be the ideal startup CEO the first time. You will change, and you will learn. If you don't have close friends, look for people with good recommendations from your inner circle.
- Sometimes you may be recommended to a more experienced person who has already done something. Or vice versa, a person with a great idea, experience, and money finds you. For example, he is looking for a technical person. If they call you, look at your ambitions, emotions, and faith in them. If you believe in him, other people will also feel in him.
- Try to look for people who are as different as possible from you in terms of mentality, understanding of life, skills, or just your social circle. Especially if this is your first business. There will be many things you need help understanding early on, and that difference will help you get different opinions. Often cool ideas come from the unexpected.