Re: They say JVs don't work - can you prove them wrong?
... which is just another reason why you should work on your product/self brand, and your business, overall ... first, and then start with serious Online Business folk at your level to co promote with for leverage. As you grow, your circle will expand and rise.
In regards to getting partners on board for a launch, you need at 4 - 6 weeks advanced notice to beta test your product, sales copy, and systems, introduce yourself to your partners and get feedback, allow plenty of time for large list owners to schedule mailings, and fine tune everything so your product and marketing system is ready for launch day ... IMHO.
Thanks for the follow up, Dan, Ralf, Chris, Charles, and Garland.