Getting a bit sick of being screwed

[trevd]

So my company is changing its compensation program. It's played up like a big awesome change for employees, but when you cut through the spin, it's more of a cost-cutting program than anything else. The peons are getting screwed again

Comments

[ptownnyc]

Yep, I got burned by one of those plans a few years ago.

"With the new plan, you have the chance to make 40% more than last year!"

Of course, due mostly to factors outside my control, I made 50% less than the previous year.

And I am sure that was their goal.

[trevd]

Yup, that sounds like what they're doing here. I think a few people will do better, but the vast majority will do worse. I'm not impressed.

I find it annoying that every time there's an announcement about benefits, or pay, or bonuses that it's always for the worse. Even in record-breaking good years, they still feel the need to make negative changes.

[rhyce]

If it was me, I'd wait till raise time, and if you didn't get one, I'd seriously talk with someone about how upset you are and threaten to leave (if that is a realistic option).

[egoz07]

I'd totally start looking for a nice, new job.