Navigating Co-Founder Dynamics

Episode notes

What makes a co-founder relationship thrive - or fall apart? In this episode of Startup Success, we’re joined by Tim He, Founder of Cherrytree, a company helping startup co-founders navigate the tricky terrain of working together. Tim draws on his personal experience co-founding a startup with four friends and explains how that journey led him to launch a newsletter and private coaching practice for startup founders. We dive deep into the questions most founders overlook: Should you go into business with a close friend Do you really need a co-founder agreement Why being “too trusting” is often a bigger issue than distrust How dividing co-founders into technical and non-technical roles can lead to a power imbalance Tim challenges common assumptions about trust, communication, and compatibility, offering a fresh take on how to actually work on your co-founder relationship - just like you would a marriage or friendship. If you’re ready to work on your co-founder relationship, not just your startup, this one’s for you! - Stay connected with our host, Kate Adams, here on LinkedIn ! Learn more about Cherrytree visit their website at

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