How do you weigh the risk of joining a startup? I am in the process and close to getting an offer from a start up. But recently seeing a friend’s role eliminated shortly after her startup was acquired. It made me wonder how people evaluate the stability of startup offers compared to larger companies. For those who’ve joined startups (or recruit for them), how do you assess the real risk vs. opportunity before accepting an offer? Thank you!

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Working for a startup is inherently risky. You might pour your heart and soul into something and have it all crash and burn around you. On the upside, it'll be an experience and you'll come away with some good stories. And, seriously, you may learn a lot. As for assessing risk, you have to be clear-eyed in looking at the business. A lot of startups are, to be honest, inane and won't become a real business. If you think something may evolve into a real thing, give it careful consideration.

Thank you for your comments, this is very helpful’

Do as much research as you can into their business model, reputation, stability, reviews from previous employees… I've had both good and bad experiences with startups and some of them are definitely more stable than others. It's hard to judge them all the same way because there is such a wide range.

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