[professorplumb]

This resonates with me on many levels. The main point - that clear and unemotional communication is key - applies obviously to all your relationships and not just those with a business partner.

I also like that he brings up the Puritan work-ethic canard and punctures the balloon of more hours equals more productivity. This view is starting to gain traction here on HN over the last couple years, which is for the best IMO. There is no denying that startups are hard and require long hours, but it is important to know one's limits - and macho "who works more" posturing is never helpful.