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#RI-69d35cd5·4 months ago·
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Considering equity/vesting package in job offer

Equity may not be worth expected value due to volatility

What I wish I knew
"Understand company performance and equity risks"
If I could tell you one thing
"Weigh base salary and cash vs equity value"
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Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
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