The Nearly Perfect Partner Profile

Must enjoy the challenge of building a business structure with another person, and have enough patience and tenacity to work relentlessly toward the realization of success.
Must work well with others and enjoy taking on team projects.
Must possess good organizational and planning skills.
Must be flexible and adapt to change easily.
Must handle criticism well and not expect to be singled out for recognition after completing tasks.
Must be able to handle the extra pressures that are inherent in a business and partnering situation.
Must have enough financial security to assume the fiscal risk that threatens every start-up or growing business venture.
Must be comfortable sharing knowledge and, when necessary, training others on their best skills.
It also is helpful if the individual has a history of starting a business entity from scratch and turning it into a profitable endeavor.