Why I'm Negotiating LESS Equity in My Own Business

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Why I'm Negotiating LESS Equity in My Own Business

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I'm at Northwood Airfield in Essex, dealing with a domain name dispute and having some tough conversations about shareholding with my business partner. But this episode isn't really about my situation. It's about the mistake I see entrepreneurs make over and over again when entering business partnerships. In this Zero BS episode, I break down the reality of 50/50 partnerships and why going equal on shareholding without a proper legal agreement can come back to haunt you years down the line. Whether you're the experienced party trying to negotiate yourself down or the new founder who thinks a handshake deal with your best mate is enough, you need to hear this. If you're thinking about getting into business with someone, already in a partnership without proper agreements, or considering giving away equity for help and expertise, this episode could save you tens of thousands and years of regret. Don't let the fear of legal fees upfront cost you your entire business down the line. Moving abroad or splitting time between countries? Roam Rule helps you track tax residency days, visa limits, Schengen stays and your travel record from iPhone: https://roamrule.com/download/bm Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction: Business Updates from Northwood Airfield 00:00:48 Negotiating Myself Down: The Unusual Shareholding Discussion 00:01:57 Why 50-50 Splits Can Lead to Resentment 00:03:23 The Critical Importance of Shareholders Agreements 00:04:22 Verbal Agreements Are Worthless: Legal Protection Matters 00:07:52 Red Flags: When Experienced Partners Avoid Documentation 00:08:43 When Business Partnerships Actually Work 00:09:33 Sweat Equity Arrangements: Protect Your Idea 00:06:35 The Expensive Lesson: Why Proper Legal Advice Saves Money 00:10:46 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up Connect with Aaron Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronhenray/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aaronhenray Website: https://aaronhenriques.com/ © 2026 Handlr Media Ltd. All rights reserved. This content is for general information only and is not financial, legal, tax or professional advice. Some links may be affiliate or referral links, which means we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Full disclaimer: https://aaronhenriques.com/disclaimer

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