In this week's episode, I want to cover why equity compensation is so valued by employees. Although we're staying general, I'll still be touching on some specific reasons. If you've listened to previous episodes, you know I like to give a little background info? Well, this will be no different. I will do my best to keep it short and sweet. Remember, when I'm talking about equity compensation, I'm referring to company stock that is awarded and or made available to you through your employer. I focus on publicly traded companies but this can also apply to privately held companies as well. Your equity compensation positions may be acquired through employee stock purchase plans, restricted stock units, restricted stock awards (aka restricted stock), and last but not least non-qualified stock options. To keep it simple I'm just lumping them all together as equity compensation. With that background, let's get to it.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... * Top 3 reasons employees value equity compensation according to a 2017 study [1:47] * Changes in what people are doing with equity compensation [4:53] * How equity compensation is used for bringing on and keeping talent [6:20] * What do 85% of people want more of in regards to equity compensation? [8:09] * This week’s FLASHBACK [09:54]

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