1 distinction that changes all relationships
Many relationships, both personal and professional, break down for the same reason: mismatch of expectations. Professionally, it might look like this: you assumed your co-founder would handle the investor update without being asked, and when the deck lands a day late before the board call, you’re both frustrated, one of you for a boundary you never voiced, the other for being blindsided by a standard they never agreed to. Personally, it’s your partner assuming you’ll notice when they’re…