[georgeecollins]

>> is the reality much bleaker? Of course, because the media suffers from survivor bias. No one gets article written about them for failing.

But lets give the OP some credit- if the company becomes more profitable it could be worth many years salary in equity. And someone who can start a company can usually start another company, which is kind of security I think a lot of people don't have.

Look, if you are getting a large salary from a FAANG type gig, every study shows for your wealth you should stick with it. If you don't want to, or you don't have that choice: lets help that person learn to hunt and kill for themselves.