Employment of Executive for Salary plus Common Stock with Option to Purchase Common Stock is a form of remuneration for executives of a company. This form of compensation provides the executive with an annual salary and additional common stock with the option of purchasing more. The employee is granted common stock with the option to purchase more, typically at a discounted rate from the market price. This type of compensation allows the executive to benefit from the company's growth and to build up a financial stake in the company. The terms of the agreement vary based on the type of compensation package. There are two main types of Employment of Executive for Salary plus Common Stock with Option to Purchase Common Stock: 1. Non-Qualified Stock Option: This is the most common type of option and is not subject to tax restrictions. The employee is granted an option to purchase common stock at a fixed price, which is typically set at the current market price. 2. Incentive Stock Option: This type of option is subject to tax restrictions and must meet certain requirements to qualify as an incentive stock option. The employee is granted an option to purchase common stock at a discounted price. In both cases, the employee is able to benefit from the company's growth by purchasing additional stock at a discounted rate. This type of compensation allows the executive to build a financial stake in the company.