Private salaries are a benefit for those who know how to take advantage of them and push the boundary on their pay. They are a disadvantage to those who don't o

Private salaries are a benefit for those who know how to take advantage of them and push the boundary on their pay. They are a disadvantage to those who don't or don't want to. So it really depends on which type you are. Buffer will likely attract those who don't like to play this game, and just want fair pay for good work. It could even have the effect of attracting people who truly like and want to be at the company. Neither approach (public or private salaries) is perfect.