Command chains are usually two links long and provide the opportunity for close interaction. This means your ideas and proposals have immediate hearing. Some small companies offer stock or ownership in the company as a way to attract and retain good staff. Although it may not appear to be much of a financial incentive today, remember that nobody knew Bill Gates or Microsoft in 1970. In the end, there is no universal answer to which type of employment is better.
Some people naturally feel more comfortable in larger companies.
Others thrive in smaller firms. You should investigate both options thoroughly before starting your career. Weston Stacey is the Executive Director of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Czech Republic.