"... The problem is that stock should go to whoever contributes most to the company. Just because the founders work for free, doesn't mean they contribute the m

"... The problem is that stock should go to whoever contributes most to the company. Just because the founders work for free, doesn't mean they contribute the most critical work. ..." Owners contribute disproportionately also by their willingness to absorb risk. It is the combination of ownership, risk and work that allow owners to take a greater share.