> I have poured my heart and soul in to the company. First-- take out the emotional aspect of your contribution (I know this is difficult). Can you calculate

> I have poured my heart and soul in to the company. First-- take out the emotional aspect of your contribution (I know this is difficult). Can you calculate your impact on the bottom line? How did you help them save money/make money? Breakdown all of your job deliverables-- compare & contrast difference with what they would likely pay at market rates. Based on your brief description, you might easily be the equivalent of a $200K/year guy and a full-partner in the business. Assuming they agree conceptually-- and recognize your contributions have been vital to the teams success. Give them options (not ultimatums) on moving forward from here.