A key step in forming a company is issuing equity to the Founder(s). This equity is commonly referred to as “Founder’s Stock.” When issuing Founder’s Stock, it is important to consider whether a ...

Spend enough time in the not-for-profit space and you’ll experience it: founder’s syndrome. Whether one is fortunate enough to build a new organization around their passions and interests or is taking ...

Taking over from a founder is a uniquely complex leadership challenge. You’re stepping into a role shaped by deep emotional ties, unspoken norms, and lasting loyalty. Here’s how to lead ...

We all know that most founders share a penchant for risk-taking and a healthy sense of self-confidence. But couple these characteristics with the relentless assault of pressures that constitute daily ...

In the early days of a startup, the founder’s fingerprints are on everything - the product, the pitch deck, the first customer calls, and sometimes even the coffee machine. But as the company grows, ...

As a venture capitalist, I’ve found that even the most brilliant idea can fail if led by a toxic founder. No technology, market opportunity or promising niche can save a company if its internal ...

Can entrepreneurship be taught? Harvard Business School senior lecturer Reza Satchu thinks so—and he wants more young people to give it a try. On Wednesday, Satchu kicks off the latest iteration of ...