careerSalary Negotiation
#RI-6a23c1d3·6 months ago·
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“Navigating underpaid lead dev role in a funded startup”
What Actually Happened
I'm handling architecture and underpaid with 1.5 YOE in a funded startup
What I wish I knew
"I should have pushed for official lead dev role and salary adjustment sooner"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Negotiate salary and responsibilities before taking on lead dev role, and consider pushing for stock options in a funded startup"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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career Category
2,635
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
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