[xxpor]

This would be a lot more convincing if the number was double what it is.

[StavrosK]

Why not double? Why not ten times, or a hundred, for extra convincingness?

The fact is that it only has to be good enough for them to find the people that they want, rather than for pleasing random HN commenters.

[Aeolun]

Wut? This number is plenty convincing to me.

[fakename11]

They also provide equity in the company. Most people dont work in startups for instantaneous salary.

[xvector]

This company will be hugely successful. The equity alone is convincing.