Gentle Power 23. How companies hide comp details in plain sight
Sep 4, 2025
17:03
In this episode, we cover:
- A real-life example of an offer letter from a major company that seemed to grant $50K/year in equity, but turned out to be far less
- Simple ways to ask for clarity without sounding combative
- Why assuming best intent helps you keep leverage and relationships intact
We also share:
- A Burning Man story that raised the question: do we negotiate with friends?
- The classic “splitting an orange” example that shows how creative problem-solving beats compromise
Tune in for practical strategies to catch misleading phrasing and protect your compensation.
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