[saluki]

pre-IPO, I would make the best of your current situation, stay in your current team and play the game like a champ.

I would try to make the best of your current situation/team, you might look weak switching teams. Don't rock the boat pre-IPO, consider changing teams down the road.

Stick it out there so you can be around for the IPO (enjoy it/financial gain).

I would wait till you get a windfall from your IPO before you consider starting your own company.

A mentor is always a good idea to have someone in a similar position to bounce things off of, make sure it's someone you can trust.

Enjoy the ride.