Edio Yenye Shavu

PART 10: Think Like a Long-Term Owner Before finalizing the equity structure of a startup, founders must adopt a long-term ownership mindset. Equity decisions are not just about solving today’s situation; they shape the company’s structure for many years to come. At the early stage, founders ofte…

PART 10: Think Like a Long-Term Owner Before finalizing the equity structure of a startup, founders must adopt a long-term ownership mindset. Equity decisions are not just about solving today’s situation; they shape the company’s structure for many years to come. At the early stage, founders often distribute equity quickly to maintain harmony within the team. Everyone wants to feel valued, and sometimes founders agree to equity splits just to avoid difficult conversations. But this short-term