u/Pretend_Teach_6502 wrote (the comment Michael replied to):
I'm feeling spicy and feel there's enough space between now and then to be open, but I'm a former employee of CS who saw a lot of their BS behind the scenes (biggest mistake of my life working there). I don't want to hash it out, but I'm grateful to Michael for calling them out.
u/michaelnovati replied · ★ FEATURED
I was doing some math on Future Code and it's possible that the program will give them a significant profit to survive for a bit longer. Need more details about how much they are paid from the city.
I'm sure surviving because of a philanthropic program from the city of New York makes you feel even better haha.
Anyways, thanks for sharing. A number of former employees have contacted me over the years. Many to apologize for their leadership's internal behavior calling me out and dismissing me internally when they feel like they agree with what I say. Codesmith tells these people I'm a jealous competitor.
I do what I do because former employees like this appreciate me for being real and wish they could too without violating their NDAs.
I feel bad for current employees who still believe their story and tow the line and it's why I generally have patience with them.