Well... If you can get 400k per year semi-guaranteed... that puts you in a certain category. I don't think that's average though, even in sv. Anyone making this kind of money (regardless of industry) usually has limited options for employers that can match it.
I do agree there's a problem with early employee comp. They don't have anywhere near the upside founder's do, but may be taking more risk on their equity than later employees. Personally, I think the best solution would be to create some liquidity for employees. 5-10 years, if you're still around is just too long.
I do agree there's a problem with early employee comp. They don't have anywhere near the upside founder's do, but may be taking more risk on their equity than later employees. Personally, I think the best solution would be to create some liquidity for employees. 5-10 years, if you're still around is just too long.