[buerkle]

Whether it was foolish is a bit too soon to declare; he already is getting more business. And that's harsh to say "give it some forethought". I didn't read anywhere in the article about how much time he spent thinking over the decision.

[paulhauggis]

Paying everyone this amount of money just isnt practical and wont really help the employee in the long run.

[Daishiman]

You don't really know that. You're essentially talking out of your ass while this guy is walking the walk.