Well, I am this guy, Vardhan, and it’s sad to see such vitriolic post from anonymous accounts. I know who are you, but don’t want to indulge in unnecessary mudsledging.
We are proud of the culture and environment we have created in Tortoise. The salaries and expenses are relative things. We pay top 15-10 percentile market salaries and never give or promise ESOPs in lieu of cash. The reason everyone knows everything is because we maintain transparency in all things finance/ sales/ partnerships with every single team member.
Please do talk to folks who have worked at multiple places and at Tortoise. Or better, talk to a successful founder who is close to you and ask if we are doing okay at Tortoise. I am confident you will be pleasantly surprised.
No one can ensure happiness for everyone. But anonymous hit jobs reeks of insecurity and deceit. At least don’t talk down on amazing folks who has worked and donated precious time in building something worthwhile.
I am reachable at vardhan@tortoise.pro for any feedback and suggestions.