If you're learning and growing faster than your peers in larger companies, you might be in a great situation at a startup.

Working at a big tech company like Google can instill a mindset focused on scalability, which may not be helpful in the early stages of a startup where doing things that don't scale is often necessary.

The lessons learned at a big tech company may not apply to startups, as many founders find that their corporate experience is irrelevant compared to their college coursework.

The management at startups generally really sucks, which can hinder your experience and growth.

Working at a fast-growing company accelerates your learning and career development significantly.

Working at a large company can cost you opportunities; for instance, I missed out on a chance to work with Peter Thiel, which I later realized cost me significantly.

When you're small, the strategies that help you move fast can slow you down later. For example, subdividing a company into many divisions can create a culture where everyone does everything, but it can lead to chaos and lack of direction.

In large companies, internal politics can drag down your personal standards, making it harder to succeed compared to the freedom of starting your own venture.

If you stay in a big company for too long, your energy levels can drop, making it harder to launch your own projects later.