It's really not an exaggeration to say that gaining a new business partner is a lot like gaining a spouse.

Think about it. When you tie the knot with a business partner, you’re not just sharing an office—you're embarking on a future together where your financial well-being and emotional sanity are intertwined. Having seen my fair share of partnerships as a business executive and a third-gen entrepreneur, I can tell you—it's a big deal.