If you are bootstrapping you dont need a $150K/year cofounder, you need one willing to put money into the business. If you are VC funded you need to pay yoursel

If you are bootstrapping you dont need a $150K/year cofounder, you need one willing to put money into the business. If you are VC funded you need to pay yourself good salary, because chances of cashing out are very low and chances of burnout while doing 15h days on ramen are high.