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Michael Seibel

10/20/23

@ Y Combinator

If you're working at a late-stage startup, consider moving to an earlier-stage company for more responsibility and potentially better equity opportunities.

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10/20/23

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Tim Brady

01/26/21

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Early employees should receive more equity than those who join later because they take on greater risks and work harder in a chaotic startup environment.

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Y Combinator Cast

11/02/23

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

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Michael Seibel

11/02/23

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If you're a key engineer in a scaling company, consider whether your equity reflects your contributions and if you would benefit significantly if the company succeeds.

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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

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Discuss the opportunity cost of working at a startup versus a large tech company, emphasizing the unique experiences and growth opportunities available.

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Justin Kan

11/03/18

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Working at a startup is a good gateway to starting your own startup, as it puts you around people who share your entrepreneurial goals.

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Joining an early-stage startup instead of a large company can help non-conformists find like-minded people, as early-stage environments are often chaotic and less structured.

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Justin Kan

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It's important to put yourself in positions that maximize your personal rate of growth and learning, regardless of whether that's at a startup or not.

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Harj Taggar

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Highlight the potential for rapid career progression in startups, where individuals can rise quickly compared to traditional corporate environments.

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Getting hired at smaller startups can be easier than at larger companies, and once you're in, you can connect with talented individuals and soak up the culture.