Originally Posted by
ShyGuy
No, I’m arguing against an entirely unrealistic amount. May as well ask for $900/hr.
I’d have to look at the entire package, but the union ask of 320/hr is okay with me. I doubt DOS will be that, but let’s see.
But who determines "realistic?"
As a red-blooded capitalist, you should let the market set the rates. If you think asking for too much will break the bank, I highly encourage you to post your evidence. For far too long employees have taken a back seat to executives and stakeholders while money is shoveled out the backdoor in the form of dividends and buybacks.
At long last, we finally have a chance to reverse these trends. Your realism is based on your own prejudices and outdated experience. Why not ask for $450? The shortage only gets worse from here.