Case summary:
This case about two friends from work, who are running their own business in
Characters in the case:
Jeremy Black, Kevin Jack, Jenny and Susan are the business partners and their wives. Coach Ed Morgan is the Coach and other character in the case.
Adequate information:
Jeremy and Kevin were co-workers, turned friends who like antique furniture. Their business was doing well with Jeremy handling the restoration and Kevin handling the antiques part. Jeremy was in personal debt.
To determine:
The risks involved in starting a business with a partner. Also determine the ways in which the risks can be minimized.
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