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To: carl a. mehr who wrote (173075)	2/16/2003 10:52:01 PM
From: Amy J	Respond to of 186894

Carl, I learned the importance of the options tool for maximizing growth at Microsoft where I was one of a handful of managers that, in addition to line management, had the additional task of spreading the culture in a new, growing division. And at our startup, I've been supportive of execs and employees getting stock (and everyone has it). I recently had two employees ask me for additional stock and you know what Carl, as an investor it's music to my ears to hear it, because it tells me the motivation engine is working well and they are energized by stock. I'm hoping the FASB doesn't ruin this growth engine we have in Silicon Valley. When employees are motivated, then the chance of startups growing large is better, and that's better for everyone - investors, employees, founders. If the pie grows, we win. If the pie doesn't grow, we don't win. Btw, you may want to look at the diluted shares vs undiluted shares before making claims. Here's the link: intel.com What other companies are you invested in? Let's look at their proxies. If you don't like the growth engine that options create, why not invest in one of the top-heavy option companies instead? Maybe Intel doesn't fit your investment style. There's always Coke. Regards, Amy J