When to take ESOs in lieu of a higher salary
- The Option Plan in combination with your regular salary is of greater cash value than a salary WITHOUT options as part of the remuneration package. Or..
- You have strong faith that the company's stock price will go up.
Start-up Employee Stock Options
An example of an early employee who took Employee Stock Options.
In Conclusion
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