Hi SearchFunder community, quick question!

January 23, 2025
by a searcher from Boston College in Middlebury, CT, USA
Hey all!
I'm full-time in tech (day job)and I'm looking to buy a business - but I want to keep my day job. So I need to find someone awesome to run things day-to-day.
Anyone here done this successfully? I'm totally new to hiring operators and would love your advice! Specifically wondering:
What makes a great operator? Best places to find them? How did you handle pay/equity? Any horror stories or things to avoid?
I'm open to any industry, probably going the SBA route. Would especially love to hear from folks who've bought a business while keeping their main gig.
Thanks everyone!
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