What are advantages of joining a pre-IPO company with plans to go public within a year or two?

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Potential to make a lot of money

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If you get a decent amount of shares, then you will make a good amount of money. If your share amount is not significant, then a good entry into your CV which shows you have experience working at a company that went through IPO.

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I’m joining a pre-IPO company. I say every tech company is unique. Do the market research and figure out their competitive advantage. Keep in mind that 50% - 80% of start ups never meaningfully exit. While it is possible to make a lot of money, it’s also possible to have thousands of shares that are absolutely worthless.

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Yeah I was gonna say the same. It's basically a calculated gamble to some extent, but even then there's 0 guarantee that things will work out. If you feel confident about the product and the market potential etc, then I would say go for it. Or at least join with the attitude of maybe this will work, maybe this won't so you're not disappointed if it doesn't pan out

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Equity and growth opportunties for your career

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Lots of equity!

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It's nothing but advantages lol. Money, shares, resume experience...

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