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		qwerty3344 on Sept 14, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Privacy vs. “I have nothing to hide” (2019) doesn't include equity though which is usually a large chunk of comp

forbiddenvoid on Sept 14, 2022 [–]

The vast majority of people do not get equity as part of their compensation. So, yes, there are cases when this information is inaccurate or incomplete, but for most people, this type of data can artificially cap your earning ability.

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