It’s hilarious and makes me want to puke that we’re trying to hire new engineers while still trying to figure out how to pay the ones we have, and wondering how long I can go without a salary. *deep breath*

Do you expect to pay the new hires? If not, when do you plan on telling tthem they won't be getting paid?

Been there. Make sure you have your timeline prepared and stick to it. Also worry about hiring someone if they don't have the smarts to ask about the financials, they aren't ready.