Executive Compensation Checklist
Compensation Elements
- Salary
- Bonus
- Sign-on Bonus
- Contingent Bonus
- Formula-Based Bonus
- Guaranteed Bonus
- Equity
- Phantom Equity
- Severance
- Benefits
- Perquisites
Evaluating Your Position
- Economic Trends
- Industry Publications
- Industry Contacts
- Professional Advisors
Negotiating the Offer
- How Much
- Approach If Currently Employed
- Approach If Currently Not Employed
- Signing Bonus
- Guaranteed Bonus
- Title and Responsibilities
- Signing Bonus as Severance
Written Agreement
- Terms in Agreement or Letter
- Severance
- Restrictive Covenants