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The Career Switcher's Hidden Equity Trap
Most career switchers from non-technical fields underestimate one critical component of compensation packages: equity. We explore how a mid-level marketing professional moved into product management at a Series B startup and discovered that their base salary offer was actually lower than what they could have negotiated by understanding vesting schedules and strike prices. This episode breaks down the mechanics of RSUs and options, why HR teams use them to suppress cash outlays, and how you can calculate your true total compensation before signing. If you are switching fields in October 2026…
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