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277: Should You Diversify Your Employer Stock? Here’s the Data… And a Plan

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Welcome back, Money Lover! In today’s episode, we’re tackling a financial risk I see far too often: holding too much of your employer’s stock. If you’ve built up a significant position in company shares through stock options, RSUs, or other equity compensation, this conversation is for you.Many people assume that because they work for a successful company—especially one of the Magnificent 7 (Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Google, Amazon, Tesla, Meta)—their employer stock is a safe and smart investment. But when it comes to investing, diversification is key. Today, we’re breaking down the risks of concentrated stock positions, and talk about why even the biggest companies rarely stay on top forever. Then we’ll get into how diversification helps protect and grow your wealth, and wrap up by sharing smart, strategic, and tax-efficient ways to sell your employer stock.It’s easy to feel attached to your company’s stock—after all, you’ve invested your time and energy in its success. But holding too much employer stock ex