So I am going through a scenario. I was working in a startup for the last few years and my salary, due to personal relationships and negotiations have been much much lower than industry standard. I was given 1.5% equity when starting and also flexible working hours and the freedom to take days off whenever needed.<p>Few weeks ago, I applied to a new company just to see what it's like and I cleared it and was offered around 4 times the current salary. When I notified it to the current employer, they offered me 8% of shares to stay.<p>I am now confused on what to do, because on one-side there's a sure financial benefit, but maybe stricter timelines and procedures and on the other, there's a possibility of high magnitude of benefits if the current company grows. I'd like to hear your thoughts
I think this really comes down to if you think the startup will be successful and by how much. It can also depend on your contract (where's that equity coming from and can they dilute it in the future, etc).