Tag: Startup equity
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Common Mistakes Founders Make When Dividing Equity
The most promising startups can unravel because of poorly structured equity decisions. Many founders rush the process, rely on assumptions, or avoid difficult conversations, all of which can create long-term tension, demotivation, and legal problems. Understanding these common mistakes, and how to avoid them, helps you build a fair, strategic equity structure that supports growth…
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How to Divide Equity in a Startup—Proven Strategies for Fair and Sustainable Ownership in 2026
Figuring out how to divide equity in a startup is one of the most sensitive decisions a founding team will ever make, because the right structure is not just about ownership, but about aligning incentives and safeguarding the future of the business. According to a study by Noam Wasserman, published in the Harvard Business Review, 65% of…