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Title: joining rounds
Post by: simonr on July 13, 2011, 06:59:05 am

i've a mate who helps me out sometimes & he's coming in for a few grand. he's talking about buying some work but as he doesnt drive it will have to be done by both of us  using my car & gear.  has anyone joined rounds before , how do you work out money etc - it seems like a good idea but the practicalities make my head hurt - what has anyone else done please  :-\

Title: Re: joining rounds
Post by: bobplum on July 13, 2011, 08:02:07 am

stay on your own :)

Title: Re: joining rounds
Post by: dazmond on July 13, 2011, 08:07:46 am

dont do it!look after number 1!!ive found out over the years not to mix business with friendship.he ll have to pass his test and buy a van himself.itll all end in tears and a broken friendship!


you have been warned!! ;D ;D ;D


regards


dazmond

Title: Re: joining rounds
Post by: Blue Frog Systems on July 13, 2011, 08:27:28 am

Form what i have heard, partnership only works when you start a new venture at the same time together.

Personally i'd not do it. Maybe help him to set up his own round, but keep your own round for you

Title: Re: joining rounds
Post by: Smudger on July 13, 2011, 08:32:18 am

Steer well clear !


unless you have everything agreed and written down it will go Pete Tong
friendships and biz rarely work out

Darran

Title: Re: joining rounds
Post by: John Walker on July 13, 2011, 09:07:48 am

Don't do it....  The chances of long term  success are very limited.

I started a business at 18 and then my mate joined me and we had a brilliant partnership for many years.  My partner then married late in life to a lady who's family and background were very money orientated.  Within 12 months I was out with less than nothing and couldn't do anything about it.  I just didn't see it coming - my fault but I trusted - big mistake.

Title: Re: joining rounds
Post by: simonr on July 13, 2011, 05:11:00 pm

wow no-one sitting on the fence there, lol, thanks though,  i will stay on my own i love the freedom too much i think, to share it.