I mainly worked for one big co through the 2010s and let the stock pile up, and it just grew significantly over time. I've reinvested a bit into basic things like VTSAX/VTIAX/VTBLX to have safeguards, but that recent real estate purchase was the first time I really sold a big chunk of it. (I worked for a few startups too, but those options never contributed meaningfully to my net worth)

not sure that the investments the parent made 5-10 years ago are good investments today.