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