I watched the young manager reach my table at the restaurant where we usually met for a chat. Even from a distance I could see he was looking rather downcast. My observation was confirmed the moment he sat down.
Almost ignoring my preliminary remarks, he said with some emotion ” I have got a measly raise. Is that all I am worth”? He went on to say that he had expected much more. How much he had contributed to the organization etc etc.
People at Work & Play 