I'm a guy in tech. Most of what she says applies to men and women. > At my last work week, I worked 14-20 hour days, five days in a row. Man or woman, you are

I'm a guy in tech. Most of what she says applies to men and women. > At my last work week, I worked 14-20 hour days, five days in a row. Man or woman, you are foolish at best to do this to yourself. Everything you do sets expectations. If you work very long hours without being compensated, then people will expect you to keep doing so. If you say, "yes" to everything, then people will expect you to keep doing so. Not just work people but family and friends too. > “Why is this my job?” It isn't. It was never supposed to be. Your job is to do what you think is in your and your company's best interest. There are plenty of men that are complete doormats. The reason women get away with complaining so much is tied to the reason why they're thought of as bitches for standing up for themselves. Men don't get to complain - they get to be stubborn. Even though it is acceptable for men to be stubborn, it makes others less wanting to work with them. Instead, I'd suggest becoming a better negotiator. There is a book called "getting more". It is a great book. Everyone should read it. > Can you be healthy in a toxic, sick environment? Yes you can. Do your job as well as you can. Keep it professional. Go home on time. > Don’t work for frightened people, especially adults who are children. Wholeheartedly agree. Here's a tip: never take a lower salary in exchange for more equity. Your salary should always be market! The equity is what you get in exchange for the risk of working for a child-run startup. If you do plan to give up some salary for more equity, then shouldn't they be willing to let you earn it without a cliff? You're obviously investing in the company by giving up salary. > Practice saying “That’s none of your business.” Yes. Oh wholeheartedly yes. Not only are vacations none of their business, sick and personal time off are also none of their business.