Are you shooting for a unicorn or just trying to make a sustainable, long term business? I think your answer might affect your considerations. For example, if

Are you shooting for a unicorn or just trying to make a sustainable, long term business? I think your answer might affect your considerations. For example, if you’re trying for a unicorn, the chances are pretty slim. Perhaps you would want to optimize on salary with some options. If you’re aiming for growing a long term business you might want to optimize on stock since (imho) that goal has a higher chance of success.