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Golden Handcuffs

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What Does Golden Handcuffs Mean?
An incentive given to existing employees in hopes that they will decide to stay with the company.
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Investopedia explains Golden Handcuffs
Employee stock options are an example of golden handcuffs. Often, much of the compensation received must be given back if the employee leaves for another company.
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