Compensation Serves Multiple Purposes in Startups
In this excellent post from Digitalyst the multiple roles compensation plays in startups is examined. Among the topics covered are:
Aligning the goals of the individual and the company
Providing flexibility
Conserving cash
Motivation
Internal equity
External equity
Incentive compensation
Bonuses
The Bottom Line
"How the company compensates its employees says a lot about the company's philosophy and contributes to its culture. Everything management does in a startup is closely watched by employees who are always trying to read the tea leaves in an atmosphere of uncertainty. The more carefully architected and articulated your comp plan, the more comfortable your staff will be."
