The Skip Podcast The Insider's Guide to Tech Compensation, Negotiation, and Career Growth
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Jan 30, 2025 This discussion dives into the art of negotiating tech compensation with practical strategies. Listeners can learn how to evaluate multiple job offers and the critical elements of compensation packages, including salary and equity. The hosts emphasize the pitfalls of chasing high compensation early and the importance of aligning roles with personal strengths. Insights into bonuses and how they impact overall earnings are provided, alongside tactics for discussing salary expectations without revealing too much too soon.
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Private Equity Considerations
- For private companies, understand equity terms, especially the likelihood of selling shares and exercising options.
- Check how long you have to exercise shares upon leaving, as this significantly impacts their value.
Public Equity Value
- Public company equity, especially in growing tech, can significantly increase total compensation.
- If the stock appreciates, equity becomes a powerful retention tool due to substantial gains.
Early Career Focus
- Prioritize learning and career growth over compensation early in your career, as long as you're paid fairly.
- Focus on building skills and experience to increase earning potential later.