It is very common for early employees of startup companies to be granted stock options that can be exercised before vesting. (money.stackexchange.com)
But the investment also provides liquidity for early employees, easing tension as the ride - hailing company aims for a 2019 public offering. (cnbc.com)
Early employees choose the tools, and communication habits evolve as more team members join. (blog.idonethis.com)