Uggggh.....yeah I had responded to that poster essentially saying that the only thing is there is no sure thing, and that you should only risk what's within your budget. Also said just what you did - that hopefully Ken is open to constructive criticism.
If you're not open to listening to constructive criticism, you'll just surround yourself with yes men. That's trouble. Imagine how someone like that would do as Prime Minister of England, having to face Parliament. :)
I do notice too that thread has been deleted - WTH? I can't believe that's even allowed. There were no nefarious posts there, people should be able to voice their opinions.