First off I believe Sheryl Sandberg move to Facebook had less to do with money and more to do with intellectual challenge. She was set for life before FB. I am sure the money only helped her decision making.<p>These figures seem pretty crazy, but competition for top talent in the tech world is nuts right now (Amazon, FB, Apple, Google, MSFT, not to mention other cool, smaller companies). I would be curious to see how FB compares to the banks in total compensation (including stock/options). Most banks have moved away from cash compensation. Tech is hot now, but I bet during similar cycles in other industries these figures would not be completely off. Things within the industry should normalize long-term.