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“When I started in the business, the minimum wage was $1.25. I've seen an enormous number of wage increases. Basically, it applies evenly to everyone in the business.” quote by Fred DeLuca
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“When I started in the business, the minimum wage was $1.25. I've seen an enormous number of wage increases. Basically, it applies evenly to everyone in the business.”

Fred DeLuca

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business Origin Story, 1990s

Wages have risen uniformly across the company over time.

In simple terms: Wages increased for everyone.

Key Takeaway

Expect wage growth with company success.

Themes

economics fairness growth

Mood

reflective pragmatic

Type

observational informative

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • salary negotiation
  • company scaling
  • employee retention

Key Concepts

labor economics inflation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you feel wage growth matches your contribution?
  • How does uniformity affect motivation?
A Different Perspective

Uniform raises may not reflect individual performance.

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