[neilv]

> equity should be an incentive [...] and partial compensation for [...] One should value it at precisely $0 in terms of life planning.*

Not very good incentive or compensation, if you have to value it at $0.

[baq]

Still better than a lottery ticket.

[KingMob]

Given opportunity costs, you could easily argue that it should have negative value.

[daniel_iversen]

Not if you live in a country where you can end up paying more taxes than the equity is worth! Be a little careful with Options and RSUs depending on where you live, and even more so for certain companies etc