Verified Submission
businessPartnership
#RI-69c91b1b·4 months ago·
1
Author avatar
Lookback: 1 year

Investing 40% equity in a new company

Concerns about control, dividends, and exit conditions; worried about doing all the work while others reap the benefits

What I wish I knew
"Negotiate a more defined bonus structure and salary"
If I could tell you one thing
"Carefully consider the terms of the partnership and negotiate for more control and financial security"
0
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

Advice for Someone Facing This

Short, upvotable wisdom. The most helpful rises to the top.

No advice yet. Be the first to share wisdom.

Discussion

React, question, or discuss this decision.

Sign into join the discussion
business Category
176
business decisions logged. Avg regret 5/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
28%
of business decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.