[vikas5678]

I've worked for 3 very early stage startups before I joined my current position at a pre-IPO company. My previous company also grew to a 300 person company when I left for my new job. Few observations -

1. I will never again work for a very early stage startup. The equity grant given in exchange for the reduced salary(compared to larger companies) and the long hours are just not worth it.

2. Small perks like helping with chores, catered food, etc don't matter. I'd rather take a break for an hour and eat outside and go home at a normal hour.

3. "Loyalty" and "Commitment" are empty words, companies have none. They do whats in their best interest, you should do the same.

4. Startups more often than not tend to be poorly managed, and it can be frustrating dealing with it.

5. Startups with excessive hierarchy are the worst.