Moving to the next role.
Work through a confidential search, a specific interview or an offer decision.
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Founder career resources.
Compare founder pay, ownership and dilution. Prepare to discuss runway, decision rights and how you would work with a cofounder or investor.
Founder ownership
Separate shares already owned and dilution from salary, distributions and company runway.
Founder salary, bonus and equity.
Compare the relevant salary reference groups first, then review bonuses, stock and offer terms. Individual examples and broader comparisons remain labeled.
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- Describe a decision you made when revenue or funding fell short. What did you change, and how did that affect runway?
- Ask who can approve fundraising, major spending and changes in direction. Discuss how you would handle disagreement before committing.
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Leading in the role.
Work on your responsibilities, relationships and leadership in the seat you hold.
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