In today's episode of The Founder and CEO Podcast, Mike and Patrick tackle one of the most emotional (and common) early‑stage questions: Should I hire my friends?
Drawing on real stories from building Carbon Black and beyond, Mike and Patrick unpack both sides of the equation: the incredible upside of working with people you already trust and love, and the very real risk of damaging relationships that extend to spouses, kids, and close-knit social circles.