Commuting Poll

[HejiraNYC]

Originally Posted by strandinthewind

Well, add up what you are walking away from (seniority, position importance, security, stock options, commute time, etc. ) and then add up what you are getting. Sounds to me like if the stock options are worth a pretty penny, you ought to stay where you are, esp. if it is a solid company whose stock is stable or on the rise.

That's what I'm doing, hon'; why do you think I am posing this question on a public forum? This is all so frustrating because it's not a slamdunk.

The stock is not doing gangbusters, but it's doing alright... But is it enough to keep me tethered down? The 20-25% increase may equalize it! Arggh... this is so frustrating....

[strandinthewind]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

That's what I'm doing, hon'; why do you think I am posing this question on a public forum? This is all so frustrating because it's not a slamdunk.

The stock is not doing gangbusters, but it's doing alright... But is it enough to keep me tethered down? The 20-25% increase may equalize it! Arggh... this is so frustrating....

The 20-25% plus the signing bonus are birds in the hand - so to speak - while the options are speculation.

Also, remember to match net dollars - in other words consider all tax consequences to income and/or cap. gain - this ensures a level playing field.