Startup Compensation Resources

Helpful references for understanding salary and equity in startups

The following resources provide valuable information about compensation practices in startups, equity considerations, and market data that can help you make informed decisions:

  1. 1. Holloway Guide to Equity Compensation
    In-depth guide on equity, vesting, and tax.
    https://www.holloway.com/g/equity-compensation/preview
  2. 2. Y Combinator Startup Compensation
    Practical startup pay and equity advice.
    https://www.ycombinator.com/library/F5-startup-compensation
  3. 3. Salary.com Equity Guide
    Overview of startup equity types and considerations.
    https://www.salary.com/resources/hr-glossary/standard-equity-compensation-for-startups-a-guide
  4. 4. TopStartups.io Compensation Database
    Real startup salary/equity data by role and stage.
    https://topstartups.io/startup-salary-equity-database/
  5. 5. Open Guide to Equity Compensation (GitHub)
    Community-built explainer for startup equity.
    https://github.com/jlevy/og-equity-compensation
  6. 6. Ravio Startup Equity Guide
    How to build cash/equity compensation plans.
    https://ravio.com/blog/the-complete-guide-to-equity-compensation-for-startups
  7. 7. Pear VC Equity for Early Hires
    Equity guidelines for early-stage team members.
    https://pear.vc/how-to-structure-startup-equity-for-early-hires/
  8. 8. Carta Employee Equity Guide
    Equity planning for employees and employers.
    https://carta.com/learn/collections/employee-equity/
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