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That was kind of the point - getting some wild ass ideas :)

But for a bit more contexts. No kids, 36 years old, only dependent is my partner who also works but earns less.

I have a high paying job and a mortgage.

I appreciate I'm not giving a lot but indulge me :)

I went back and negotiated. It went smoothly. It was a bit of inexperience on their side. All is well - thanks for your feedback.

Thanks for your thoughts.

The cash component doesn't worry me at this stage and you're right, the options basically aren't worth anything initially.

That said, there are many things that can cause someone to leave a company: pressed for cash, overseas family in need, not getting along with the team, etc...

Should something like this happen, I would leave after having invested 1, 2 years into the startup without having had the chance benefit from what I helped build.

Lastly, it's not really about the grant per se. It's a startup. The odds aren't in our favor. But it's more about what is fair - it seems fair to me to reward employees for their efforts without such a long cliff.

Thanks again!

They do seem new to the business and maybe that's just it.

I've already put this down as a deal breaker to me. So I'll catch up with them next week and see how they respond.

No. I would be the first employee.