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How Senior Leaders Negotiate Equity Grants
In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into the art of negotiating equity compensation at the senior leadership level. Using the example of a hypothetical VP of Product who received a 0.5% stake at a Series B company, they break down the key levers: vesting schedules, acceleration clauses, single vs. double trigger, and the often-overlooked difference between incentive stock options (ISOs) and non-qualified stock options (NSOs). Lucas explains why most executives should negotiate for a shorter cliff, single-trigger acceleration, and extended exercise windows post-departure. Luna pushes back on…
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