Startup vs BigCo

• Startups:
  • Pros: faster scope growth, less process, broader surface area.
  • Cons: fuzzy levels, title inflation, limited calibration, comp volatility.
• BigCo:
  • Pros: clear rubrics, reliable calibration, mature mentorship, stable comp.
  • Cons: more process, narrower ownership, slower change.

If the ladder is vague, ask for the career ladder doc, promo frequency, and the last three successful promos at your target level: what work, how long, what evidence.