My startup team agreed to equal equity splits initially but now it's clear that some of us are contributing way more time and expertise than others and bringing up renegotiation feels like it could destroy our friendships but pretending it's still fair is making me resentful.
More people experience this than they realize.
When equal resource distribution no longer matches unequal contribution patterns, the gap between fairness principles and practical realities can threaten both the venture and the relationships.
“Where Are You with Money and power — who controls resource flows?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.