A new manager. Or just getting rid of my manager.
Stock
My manager was rarely involved with what I was working on. He was not a very effective mentor and didn't bring much value to the team.
RSUs are back-weighted in years 3 and 4. The better the stock does, the fewer subsequent RSUs you're awarded.
Strong vision and ability to execute
Market relevant salary for high performers. Enough of the everyone is a winner attitude..some people are not performing or not making a sacrifice yet they get equal share in rewards