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#RI-69d35cd5·6 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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5/10
Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
SettledMixedSevere

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