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Advice on equity, navigating culture, career growth, & making the most of your ride as a non-founder employee.
The Questions You Should Ask Before Joining a Startup
On the hunt for a new job in 2026? A lot has changed, here are the must-ask questions for job searchers in the tech startup world.
What It Actually Looks Like to Grow From Employee #10 to COO
Chathri Ali shares her story of going from employee 10 to the COO of Recharge, all while figuring out how to navigate life in the tech startup world.
Why (Sometimes) the Best Roles at Startups Don’t Exist Yet
The best kept secret about startup life? Sometimes you can create your own role. We unpack how to do it here.
What Nobody Tells You About Titles at Startups
If you’ve felt stuck in your career, unsure of how decisions around titles get made at the leadership level, then this episode is for you.
How Networking Changed My Career
If you’re unsure how to grow your network in a natural, strategic, and evergreen way, we got you covered.
Why I Started the Non-Founder Crew Podcast
In Non-Founder Crew, you’ll hear honest stories and practical tips to help you navigate your career in startups.
Startup vs. Scaleup: What Non-Founders Need to Know
Not all startups are the same. Learn about the differences between a startup and what is called a scaleup.
Introducing the Non-Founder Crew Podcast
We’re excited to debut the Non-Founder Crew podcast! Learn more about what to expect and why you should listen.
What Is a 409A Valuation? What Every Startup Employee Should Know About Their Stock Options
A 409A valuation determines your stock option strike price. Here's what startup employees need to know about how it works and why it affects your equity.
What Is a Tender Offer? A Guide for Startup Employees
Here’s what you need to know to better understand how a tender offer works at a tech startup.
The Unwritten Rules of Tech Startups
Finding your footing through the unwritten rules as a non-founder employee can be overwhelming and riddled with unknowns, we break it down for you here.
On Embracing Change in High-Growth
High-growth environments are filled with constant changes, here are some strategies to help make the process of embracing change easier.
How to Evaluate Culture at a Startup
There are five pillars that are consistent among startups with great cultures and that are also the most widely sought-after by candidates.
How to Identify & Find Mentors
Finding mentors to help navigate the complex journey of working at a startup can be a game changer. In this post, we’ll break down how to identify and find a mentor.
Selling on the secondary market
In this interview with V2 Markets, we take a look at what the secondary market is, how the process of selling works, and much more.