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Michael Seibel

08/16/24

@ Y Combinator

I should ensure that every founding team member receives a salary they need to live, while also providing them with equity to motivate their hard work.

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Co-Founder Equity Mistakes to Avoid | Startup School

@ Y Combinator

Co-Founder Equity Mistakes to Avoid | Startup School

08/16/24

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Michael Seibel

08/16/24

@ Y Combinator

I should be more generous with equity to ensure my co-founder remains motivated when challenges arise.

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders should continue to offer equity to employees throughout their tenure, as this incentivizes long-term commitment and aligns interests.

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Michael Seibel

08/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Be generous with co-founder equity to motivate your founding team during the challenging early years of a startup.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You should be generous with equity to founders and early employees to foster a sense of ownership and commitment.

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Yotam Segev

05/09/25

@ The Logan Bartlett Show

As a founder, my job is to create a return on investment for my team, ensuring they feel their time and efforts are valued and impactful.

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Michael Seibel

06/07/19

@ Y Combinator

As a CEO, you should aim for your co-founders' equity stakes to inspire them to work passionately, rather than having to motivate them daily.

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Sam Altman

03/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders should be generous with equity for early employees, as they are the ones who build the company over time.

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Y Combinator Cast

04/28/17

@ Y Combinator

In a startup with multiple founders, equity allocation should ideally be equal to avoid potential conflicts and ensure trust among the team.

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Y Combinator Cast

02/24/15

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to discuss equity early and openly among founders to ensure everyone feels the split is fair and representative of their contributions.