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The Corrosive Downside of Acquihires

Both Sides of the Table

Most founders stick around for their lock-up period (1-2 years) before going on to found their next company. What if the $100 million you’re going to spend trying to win this alleged “war for talent” in stead went into big retention plans to keep your most talented employees. We get the mechanics.