You say you're getting paid well and that the valuation is in the single-digit millions. Run the math on that. The most you are likely to get out of that for ANY likely equity share is on the order of a nice bonus, NOT on the order of FU money.
Working at a startup usually means interesting problems and opportunities for rapid personal growth. That plus a near-market salary is a pretty reasonable use of your time unless Google is currently on the other line.
Negotiate, sure. But don't turn down perfectly good cake just because you wanted more icing.
Working at a startup usually means interesting problems and opportunities for rapid personal growth. That plus a near-market salary is a pretty reasonable use of your time unless Google is currently on the other line.
Negotiate, sure. But don't turn down perfectly good cake just because you wanted more icing.