I know the debate about whether SAS will IPO or not is an active one and I agree with a lot of what realists have posted here. I understand until something happens, it’s all speculation.
But because I genuinely know and understand very little about how IPO’s work, I’m posting this question here.
Assuming SAS IPO’s, approximately how much money might someone see? I don’t even have a ballpark idea so any legitimate guesses encouraged. Assume I have about 25 years of service, make about $130K, and am not a manager (if any of that makes a difference).
I am miserable in my role and have been for a while. SAS is not the great company it was when I started. I’d love an early retirement buyout but I’m years away from qualifying if they ever offered. I could possibly quit today, earning about $20K more a year with equity in the new company, with about 10 more earning years ahead of me.
I guess what I’m wondering is, assuming the IPO is real (and just go with me on this for now), what am I saying no to? It’s hard to weigh a job offer when you can’t define this. Thank you in advance for your help!