When Knight heard this, his expression was a little surprised at first, but soon returned to normal.
He knew Jimmy’s character, the most careful and the most careless.
In Chinese mythology, you can find an almost identical prototype, namely Pixiu.
In other words, when it comes to money, this person can never get in or out.
Even though he had been a senior partner at his previous law firm, he was still reluctant to spend money to subscribe to a single option.
In general, in addition to board incentives, partners can acquire options through board sales. Most of them give some away and then sell some. It also allows partners to contribute money to participate appreciate yourself as a member of the law firm and work harder.
This method worked for most people, except Jimmy.
Jimmy’s investment view is that anything but money can be used for investment, but money cannot.
If you can earn one million without investing money, if you invest 100,000 yuan, you can earn two million with a high probability, then he should choose to earn one million without investing money.
So wanting money over choice right now is in line with his personality.
After thinking about this, Knight didn’t think too much about the issue and thought to himself: “No matter whether he wants options or cash, in short, he only needs to sign a 10-year contract with me to ensure that he won’t be killed. regret it in 10 years.” , it’s enough he won’t resign from me. Since Steve Rothschild is behind him, as long as he stays at Ellis, I can rest assured! Now that the company is booming, he doesn’t want a choice. If he regrets his defeat in the future, he can no longer blame me.”
So, Knight said very cheerfully: “No problem Jimmy! Since you insist on getting cash, then we will do as you say and sign a 10 year agreement. Every year I will give you an additional bonus of 10 million US dollars as compensation for all your choices.”
Jimmy reminded: “Also, you have promised to double my basic salary, which is four million. My guaranteed income is US$14 million per year.”
Knight waved his hand: “Jimmy, your thinking is a bit too conservative. 4 million is your base salary and 10 million is your preferred cash. If your performance is good, there will be special performance bonuses and project bonuses. With your abilities, it wouldn’t be a problem to earn 20 million a year.”
Jimmy shook his head humbly and said: “I know very well what my situation is. Don’t talk about bonuses. As long as you write fourteen million in the contract, I can sign the contract at any time.”
“Okay!” Knight said with a smile, “Then let’s sign the contract as quickly as possible, and I will have someone prepare the contract.”
Jimmy reminded him: “Oh, by the way, we haven’t talked about the liquidated damages clause.”
Knight hurriedly said: “Oh Jimmy, I believe you 100%, and there is no need for any breach of contract clause.”
What Knight thought was that this person was supported by the Rothschild family. Even if he really broke the contract, he wouldn’t dare settle things with her. Instead of doing this, he might do her a favor and let her feel that she is responsible for her trust.
But he didn’t expect Jimmy to say so seriously at this time: “Nate, I’m not afraid I will regret it. I’m afraid you will regret it. What if you want to terminate the contract with me early? What do I have to do? I have to have certain guarantees.”
“How is that possible?” Knight said quickly: “With our relationship and my trust in you, it is very impossible for me to end the contract with you first.”
Jimmy nodded and said, “Even though I trust you, I still have to leave a written agreement to avoid any entanglements in the future.”
While saying so, Jimmy said: “Let’s do this, we don’t need any other complicated requirements, I only have one. If you terminate your cooperation with me first before the 10 years are up, you will have to pay your entire salary and wages. for ten years at a time. Can you give me all the discount options in cash?”
Knight said without hesitation: “Don’t worry, I’m fine! I will do as you say!”