I don't really have fishing buddies, other than my wife. On occasion my wife will come out with me, and I always love seeing her haul in a bass, but she likes to fish worms and lizards.....and I usually fish spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and such.
But more than 90% of the time I fish alone, and I do kind of like being in total control without worrying what anyone else wants to do, or where to position the boat in regards to another person. However, when my wife is willing, I'm happy to make the outing to her liking, knowing I will have MANY more on my own.