ESOP Grant Letter Checklist for Indian Startups: Vesting, Exercise Price, Tax, Board Approval and Employee Clarity
An ESOP grant letter should not be a vague promise of future wealth. It should explain exactly what is granted, when it vests, what the employee pays, what tax may arise and what happens if the person leaves.
Co-Founder Dispute Prevention Checklist for Indian Startups: Deadlock, Vesting, IP and Exit Terms Founders Should Fix Early
Co-founder disputes usually start as small gaps: unclear roles, informal equity promises, no vesting, missing IP assignment, weak decision rights and no exit process. Fix these before the startup becomes valuable.
