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Growth shares

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EMI vs growth shares: how the 15-year window changes things

For years, one of the strongest arguments in favour of growth shares over Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) options was flexibility.

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Growth shares: issuing equity after your business gains value

At the beginning of a company, equity splits can feel theoretical. When the business is still just an idea, prototype, or early-stage concept, it’s...

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Unapproved options vs growth shares: Alternatives to EMI

If you’re looking to incentivise or reward someone with a stake in your business, who isn’t on the payroll or doesn’t qualify for EMI options,...

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Sweat equity for advisors: how much should you give?

Bringing experienced advisors on board is one of the smartest moves a startup can make. It’s a way to tap into valuable expertise without the...

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Fractional CFOs: Keep your part-time financial experts invested

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Fractional CFOs: Keep your part-time financial experts invested

Financial leadership looks different for every business. Some companies operate with lean teams focused on core metrics like sales and expenses.

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Viva la freelance? Tips for SMEs embracing the gig economy

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Viva la freelance? Tips for SMEs embracing the gig economy

Want a talented developer for your next project? Need someone to handle your company's social media?

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Growth shares: the flexible way to share success

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Growth shares: the flexible way to share success

Sharing ownership with your team can be a superb way to align interests, incentivise performance and build a culture of shared success. It's a way to...

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Do shares qualify for Business Asset Disposal Relief?

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Do shares qualify for Business Asset Disposal Relief?

BADR, short for Business Asset Disposal Relief (try saying that three times fast!) is a type of tax benefit. It’s designed to mitigate Capital Gains...

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How to reward advisors, contractors and others with equity

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How to reward advisors, contractors and others with equity

Last updated: 17 April 2024 Sharing ownership to incentivise key team members is a winning strategy. Share schemes, like Enterprise Management...

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how to reward overseas employees with equity

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How to reward international employees with equity

Last updated: 16 January 2025. Many UK-based businesses work with employees and contractors not based in the UK. Even with the rising number of...

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