New job Quote by Ben Horowitz
““Get their input and approval for the separation package. This will be critical for the next step. Executive packages are larger than regular severance packages and rightly so. It takes about ten times longer for an executive to find a new job than it does for an individual contributor.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz, 2014
Securing executive input on severance ensures smoother transitions, acknowledging longer job searches for leaders.
In simple terms: Get execs’ buy‑in on severance.
Key Takeaway
Involve executives early in severance decisions.
Themes
leadership
HR
negotiation
career
executive compensation
Mood
pragmatic
realistic
Type
business
leadership
When to use this quote
- executive exits
- HR policy
- talent retention
- career planning
- company restructuring
Key Concepts
Stakeholder alignment
organizational strategy
career dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives motivate execs to agree?
- How to balance fairness across levels?
A Different Perspective
Executive negotiations can delay decisions.
