That's still a problem in its own right if Tesla can't retain its top talent. Why are they so uncompetitive? Are the working conditions miserable? They're worth on par with the biggest automobile manufacturers, so surely they should be able to pay competitive stock options!

Also, many of the departing people are just leaving. They're not being poached by competitors, they're just leaving. Something smells fishy.

What special skills would Tesla executives from the FINANCE side bring to the table? Do you need that much experience to lose money?

I think between Musk's incredible requirements for his associates (burning people out), and the awkward shape his business is in (notwithstanding his own interruptions), he's really asking a lot from those who operate and keep the boat afloat. However, what an experience it must be to work with Elon Musk.