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Intro to US stock options
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Do you have headquarters in the US? Are you planning to launch your ESOP? Read this blog post to learn about the US stock options plan.
Intro to phantom plan
5
min read
Do you want to give your team the feel of stock ownership without the complex corporate setup? Go for the phantom plan.
Case study: Mews' way to success powered by ESOP
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In the fast-changing world of hospitality, Mews is not just taking the travel experience on next level but also finding new ways to involve its employees. At the heart of this transformative journey is its CEO Matthijs Welle whose belief in the power of employee ownership drives the company's core values. Dive into their story of starting the ESOP, with all its ups and downs."
Best practices for ESOP launch in the Netherlands
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min read
Goededag, Netherlands! Do you want to launch your ESOP but don’t know where to start? Get all the intel in this blog post. We cover the typical ESOP pool size, the common types of ESOP plans and tips on ESOP management.
ESOP allocation: Calculate how much equity to give to motivate your team
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min read
‍ESOP is a powerful tool for motivating your team and creating a sense of ownership in the company. But it's important to know what's the ideal amount of equity you should give to each team member. There are many variables that come into play, so we made it simple and summarized it all in one place. Continue reading to learn more.
Dilution
The pulse of the startup ecosystem never slows down and neither should you! Keep mastering important legal terms with our newsletter. Today, we're diving into a subject that's often discussed and even more often misunderstood: equity dilution.
Convertible loan & equity financing
Summer is in full swing, but the business world is still abuzz. As usual, we’re here to help you understand basic legal terms for startups so you’re always one step ahead. Today, we’re looking at another piece of the investment puzzle: deciding between convertible loans and equity financing.
Treat your people well: Guide to unlimited vacation in Czechia
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Unlimited time off is a fresh trend in Czechia. Giving this benefit to your team will increase their flexibility, a better work-life balance and it builds trust among employees and the employer. But before you jump in, let's take a closer look at the legal side to ensure everything goes smoothly.
Term sheet
Welcome to our second newsletter! Today's topic: term sheet, the ground-making document in any investment deal.
Cap table
Hi there and welcome to the first edition of our newsletter that will give you your regular dose of legal know-how to make your life as a startupist easier. Today, we’ll start with the very first step in any investment process - the cap table.
Cybersecurity for startups: get compliant with NIS 1
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Cybersecurity is more important than ever as we strive to protect our networks and information systems. Enter the NIS 1 Directive. Curious to know who should already be following it and how? Keep reading this blog post for all the details.
How NDAs work and how to know if you're overdoing it
Non-disclosure agreements (known as NDAs) are essential to protect company information, but navigating them can be tricky. Learn how they work in practice and get tips on how to draft them to ensure they cover all necessary details.
ESOP 101: What to know before you start
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This blog will cover some of the most frequently asked questions about ESOP, including who should implement it, when and how, to help you decide if ESOP is right for your business.
Talking about everything ESOP
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Listen to a podcast episode hosted by Nelidské zdroje, talking about everything ESOP: What they are, how to manage them, how companies should plan for them, how to handle them internationally, and much more.
Taking the connection between law and technology to the next level
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Miroslava Kuklincová and the Eldison Legal team won the Deloitte Legal Disruptors Awards 2022! What is her view on legal innovations? And does she consider herself innovative?

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