I hope this doesn't come across as dismissive - but that's kind of the deal you get when investing tiny amounts (relatively) with early-stage startups. You're b

I hope this doesn't come across as dismissive - but that's kind of the deal you get when investing tiny amounts (relatively) with early-stage startups. You're basically investing in the team (and their assumed honor) in the hopes of a big exit in the future. Or, more idealistically, in the hopes of being part of the Next Big Thing. If you're looking for dividends (ie profit return) or management oversight - as an investor - you're going to either invest more and get your own terms or stick to the public markets.