I've recently been approached by an experienced web entrepreneur who I know reasonably well to cofound a new venture with him. He brings all the technical knowledge, the idea and t …

Is there is a rule of thumb for how much equity early employees at a startup should get? What percent of the company do you offer the first employees or more senior level hires? Th …

I'm starting a business and want to know what is a typical vesting schedule for founders equity shares? Should some portion of the stock vest right away? How long should vesting ta …

We're hoping to raise a small round of angel financing of about $500,000. We'll be raising part of this from our friends and family and hopefully from some professional angels. I' …

I am looking to start a side business website where I contribute 25% (5K) of the start-up capital and my partner contributes the remaining 75% (15K). I will be spending the majori …

This is a variation on a question that's already been asked. I'm considering bringing on an advisor for an early stage start up. The person is a GSB alum that has helped considerab …

We're assembling a board of advisers for our startup and would like to grant the advisers equity. I'm wondering What % of the company should you give to early stage advisers? Sh …