Bill Coleman Value Quotations

Every company has people that say, 'Why am I getting paid less than Bob?' The reason is because the companies... actually value Bob's contribution more. We all think our own performance is better than it really is.

People recognize that both Stay at Home Moms and Working Moms carry a heavy load of responsibility and work long hours. It is an eye-opener for many people when they see the real market value of the work moms perform. This year, by adding information about the compensation for Working Moms, we hope to expand the recognition of just how hard all moms are working and of the economic value they bring to society.

A raise should be based on performance and market data establishing the value of your job.

The difference between what someone is paid and what they think they should be paid is based on differences in perception of value ... and performance.