Career and Salary
Deferred compensation has become a status symbol for flashy CEOs. but it would probably be a big mistake for you albeit a big advantage for your employer—unless you're planning on your Current job being your last The primary advantage of deferred compensation is a decrease in taxes. but if your income won’ t be dropping for years to come. there's no reason to defer taking your money. If you're young let's face it. you’ ll find plenty of uses for your money soon enough
—Worth
Play the option game for salary gain
So you accepted a large share of stock options with your tech company instead of a big salary. and now they are worth a whole lot less. Dont panic—this might be the time to ask for more options. to help you cash in on the opportunity at hand.and average out your higher-priced options. You could also ask your firm to reprice your options at a lover rate though this is less desir¬able for companies Either way if you still hale confidence in your company despite recent tech setbacks. Now is the time to opt in.
—The Industry Standard











