Should you start with a simple sole proprietorship or jump straight into a Sendirian Berhad (Sdn Bhd)? Choosing the right business structure is one of the first and most critical decisions an entrepreneur makes, with long-term consequences for liability, funding, and growth.



As part of a 3-part series on this very question today, Lawyer Sheba Gumis, a Partner at Skrine, joins us to provide a legal lens on this foundational choice. She argues that taking the "easy way out" with a sole proprietorship can create significant risks down the line and explains why converting structures is more complex than most founders assume.



We discuss:


The pros and cons of a sole proprietorship vs. a Sendirian Berhad (Sdn Bhd).


The single greatest risk of a sole proprietorship: unlimited personal liability.


When it makes strategic sense to transition to a Sdn Bhd.


The key benefits of a Sdn Bhd for scaling, fundraising, and limiting liability.


How your business structure impacts your future exit strategy.



For aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs in Malaysia, this is an essential guide to getting your business foundation right from day one.

Should you start with a simple sole proprietorship or jump straight into a Sendirian Berhad (Sdn Bhd)? Choosing the right business structure is one of the first and most critical decisions an entrepreneur makes, with long-term consequences for liability, funding, and growth.As part of a 3-part series on this very question today, Lawyer Sheba Gumis, a Partner at Skrine, joins us to provide a legal lens on this foundational choice. She argues that taking the "easy way out" with a sole proprietorship can create significant risks down the line and explains why converting structures is more complex than most founders assume.We discuss:<ul><li>The pros and cons of a sole proprietorship vs. a Sendirian Berhad (Sdn Bhd).</li><li>The single greatest risk of a sole proprietorship: unlimited personal liability.</li><li>When it makes strategic sense to transition to a Sdn Bhd.</li><li>The key benefits of a Sdn Bhd for scaling, fundraising, and limiting liability.</li><li>How your business structure impacts your future exit strategy.</li></ul>For aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs in Malaysia, this is an essential guide to getting your business foundation right from day one.

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