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Before You Just Do It, Ask What an Equity Stake Really Means for Your Career

The graphic design student who came up with the Nike Swoosh was paid $35 for her work. Three years later when Nike went public, the CEO Phil Knight gave her 500 shares. She never sold a single share, and they are now worth a small fortune.
The upside of equity compensation can be extraordinary. So can the downside.

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Entrepreneurial Hubris and Overconfidence: The Dark Side of Positive Emotions

Overindulging positive emotions, such as unwarranted optimism and hubris, can blind entrepreneurs to potential risks and challenges.

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Tag: WeWork

Before You Just Do It, Ask What an Equity Stake Really Means for Your Career

Entrepreneurial Hubris and Overconfidence: The Dark Side of Positive Emotions