I fish with a buddy that likes to fish faster than me. I have learned to adapt knowing that is his style. I prefer not fulling with the trolling motor; but am learning. I got no complaints with my buddy's style.

We have had some experiences where I catch more fish at a certain time or spot and he may have more luck later?

Who really knows why? I think experience is a big factor to some degree; but if both of you have fairly equal experience and all things being the same, sometimes you get the bear and sometimes the bear gets you.