I get paid a good salary. I also have options. Options to buy some fraction of the company. Those options could be a bonus if a Desirable Event occurs. Otherwis

I get paid a good salary. I also have options. Options to buy some fraction of the company. Those options could be a bonus if a Desirable Event occurs. Otherwise, I'm still being paid very well to do what I do on a daily basis. If you've been offered a decreased salary and shares to compensate (or [$DEITY forbid] options) for the lack of salary, then negotiate or politely decline.