&gt; you believe you&#x27;ll be able to create more value for yourself by doing something else rather than seeing it through with a startup.<p>Just pointing out that there are other reasons to leave aside from rational economic thought about this individual&#x27;s expected ability to produce higher output elsewhere. They may dislike the team, pivoted idea, or leadership decisions. But they may also want to keep hold of the equity in case it gets big (or they can sell it or a liquidity event occurs).