CEO Debunks $80K Salary Myth for Controversial Clockout App

UPDATE: CEO of the controversial social app Clockout, Krishna Dosapati, has just clarified that the rumored $80,000 salary requirement to join the platform is entirely false. This urgent announcement comes as the app continues to draw attention across major U.S. cities, including New York City and California, where discussions about its exclusivity have sparked vibrant debates.

Earlier this summer, a Facebook post began circulating within Bay Area circles, claiming that Clockout only accepted members earning over $80,000. The post, which emerged in August 2023, ignited a flurry of reactions, with comments highlighting that such a salary is not even sufficient to live comfortably in the Bay Area. One user wrote, “That’s still low income in the Bay Area,” while another pointed out, “It’s above poverty level for the country but still at risk of scarcity.”

After numerous attempts to reach Clockout representatives, Dosapati finally responded to the controversy in a message to KRON4, stating, “That’s not a real requirement. The real requirement is that you’re a working professional.” This clarification aims to alleviate growing concerns about the perceived elitism of the app.

Critics have accused Clockout of favoring applicants from specific sectors like tech, commerce, finance, and law. However, Dosapati emphasized that while the app does skew towards these fields, it also welcomes users from healthcare, education, marketing, and policy. “We have tons of users in those sectors,” she added, highlighting the app’s broader appeal.

Clockout employs a combination of AI and human reviews to vet applications, which has raised questions about its exclusivity across cities like Phoenix and Tampa. As of now, the app boasts nearly 400,000 downloads, reflecting its growing popularity among professionals seeking networking opportunities.

The app is currently operational in California, Texas, Arizona, Boston, Washington D.C., and Florida, with a potential expansion to more areas in the pipeline. “Technically, you can download it anywhere in the U.S., but we haven’t launched in other areas,” Dosapati explained.

Clockout markets itself as a unique platform designed for the next generation of professionals, offering curated social events like mixers, galas, and dinners. Its promotional tagline reads: “Escape the grind and skip the corporate happy hours.” The app aims to help users connect with ambitious individuals in their area and discover opportunities to meet potential co-founders.

As discussions surrounding Clockout intensify, the app’s future remains a point of interest. With its commitment to fostering a diverse professional community, it will be crucial to watch how it navigates the ongoing scrutiny and whether it will adapt to address the concerns raised by potential users.

Stay tuned for more updates on Clockout and its evolving role in professional networking.