Going Solo or Part of a group?

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November 18, 2025

by a searcher from Harvard University in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Hi, I am looking for advice on whether it is better to go Solo or as a group when doing a search. My Pros and cons are these, but i am still struggling to find an "on balance" answer: Pros: 1. There is more credibility with a group than an individual 2. The financial risk is lower as the investment is spread over more people 3. There are more POV's that help in the better evaluation of a project 4. There are more skills available to tap on to manage the business 5. Work can be divided and conquered Cons: 1. The pace slows down due to coordination issues 2. There is less risk-taking and entrepreneurship 3. The earnings are divided over a larger group 4. There will be free riders 5. Decision-making is harder to achieve with diverse opinions Your thoughts are welcome.
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Reply by an investor
from Wesleyan University in Dedham, MA, USA
It comes down to whether you can find a partner you trust and feel comfortable with. In general searching is hard and running a company is hard. Most search companies will have little or no management talent so having 2x to start increases your odds. Also the stress as first time CEO is real so doing it with someone helps. So I would encourage you to actively look for a partner but only take one on if the chemistry is right.
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Reply by a searcher
from New York University in Calgary, AB, Canada
Tread carefully and slowly when embarking on partnerships. When things go south and money is to be split, people change. Make sure you know who you're partnering with and protect yourself with the proper documents in place. Good luck!
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