Yes, I do operate in a demanding market. As such I've had to really figure out how to make this work. I started out by offerring "rockstars" loads of money &

Yes, I do operate in a demanding market. As such I've had to really figure out how to make this work. I started out by offerring "rockstars" loads of money & potential equity. This was unsustainable. I mean, they were rockstars and the quality of their work was awesome, but there was no way I could compete with well established companies. (Yes, I run a very humble, mostly self funded startup). My proposition is simple. It's like "dating", we both have some risk. But the benefits I offer, is a place where you'll love to work, (we have lots of "unconventional" benefits). Also, once you're perm, you'll make above market salary+bonus+equity+... It's not everyone's cup of tea. If money and security are your thing, you wouldn't be happy with my company anyways. We're a startup, we take risks and love the thrill. That's why when one of your ideas make the company money, the bonus you'll see on the next paycheck will make veterans' paychecks look like chump change & if it's something that'll help us long term, you'll get the bonus in terms of equity. So far, our team is like family. We love what we do & look forward to Monday...