How to Choose the Right Business Partner

Finding a compatible partner of the opposite sex is relatively easy, but finding a good business partner is rare. The value of a true partner has long been recognized, as captured by the old saying that a scholar would lay down his life for a confidant.

People who truly resonate with you may not share your temperament. As in sports—especially paired events—teams made up of individuals with different personalities and habits often perform better.

A partnership works best when the partners complement each other, much like a strong marriage.

1. If someone has a favorable forehead but a weak foundation—intelligence without much strength—pairing with a partner who has a solid foundation and strong presence can offset many risks.

2. Those with a well-developed midface already have favorable conditions. If they partner with someone who has fine, straight eyebrows and clear, attractive eyes, their chances of success are even greater.

3. People with thin, bony faces should seek partners with prominent cheekbones and a well-defined nose to smooth the path forward.

4. Those with less expressive eyes should partner with someone who has a strong, expressive mouth.

5. Those with untidy eyebrows should team up with partners who have thick eyebrows and large eyes.

6. Those with less favorable nasal features should find partners with well-shaped ears.