Here's the classic post on the FAANG vs startups debate, for the uninitiated https://startupljackson.com/post/135800367395/how-to-get-ric...

>If you want to get rich, your best bet on a risk-adjusted basis is to join a profitable and growing public company. Google for short. Make $200-500k all-in a year, work hard and move up a level every 3-5 years, sell options as they vest (in case you joined Enron), and retire at 60, rich. This plan works every time.