The recent IPO of fintech unicorn Stripe has raised questions among startups about the role of stock options in employee compensation. Stripe's success has highlighted the potential for employees to reap significant financial rewards through stock options, but it has also drawn attention to the challenges that come with this form of compensation. One challenge is the complexity of stock options, which can be difficult for employees to understand and value. Additionally, the timing of an IPO can have a significant impact on the value of stock options, and employees may not be able to exercise their options for some time after the IPO. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.