Why giving equity shares to top executives and employees is a costly mistake

Managing ownership is a critical part of business development, and incentivizing talent is key to fostering investment in the long-term success of the company.

“Maybe you feel like equity is the only way to lure someone or retain a key member of your team. If you’re hiring engineers in Silicon Valley, that might be demonstrably true. Anywhere else, though, and you should ask yourself if that’s really the case. Before giving away equity, consider the risks it creates for your company, both financially and legally.”

Learn how entrepreneurs can protect themselves and their companies by reading the full article at MarketWatch