The founder's guide to share option schemes
Had a great idea, started building your tech and found some like-minded visionaries to join you on your journey to create the next Irish unicorn? Find out why a share option scheme should be the next point on your agenda.
The startup's not-so secret weapon
Against the background of a very competitive job market and salary inflation, founders have to look at alternative ways to attract and keep talent.
Rewarding your team with share options means everyone can share in your company’s financial success. It’s the best way to give everyone a real incentive to help take your idea all the way through to an exit.
Answers to your options questions
Option schemes don’t need to be complex and expensive. They just need to be planned properly.
Download the guide to learn
✔ Why to give share options rather than shares
✔ What all those terms like vesting, cliffs and exercise actually mean
✔ How to set up a scheme
✔ What the tax implications are for your company and your team
Talk to an options expert
The SeedLegals team are standing by to guide you through our platform and all the steps required to create a scheme, grant and exercise options, all for €1,990.
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