Love It, Don't Leave It

I need a raise. No, I deserve a raise. I’m working harder than ever before, and I’d like to be compensated for it.

—Almost everyone we know

Show Me the Money

In the film Jerry Maguire, one of Jerry’s clients, like millions of workers around the world, continues to ask for his fair share (or more). Our paychecks, in addition to buying food and shelter, become a critical yardstick for how much our employers value us. It makes sense we’d want more.

I want more. Does that mean

• I’m not paid enough for the work I do? My pay is non- competitive or ...