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“If somehow a proclamation were made that C.E.O.'s could only make a maximum of $300,000 a year, you would not have any shortage of very qualified men and women seeking the jobs.” quote by James Sinegal
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“If somehow a proclamation were made that C.E.O.'s could only make a maximum of $300,000 a year, you would not have any shortage of very qualified men and women seeking the jobs.”

James Sinegal

About This Quote

Source Interview: Interview with James Sinegal, Co‑Founder of Costco, 2015

Limiting executive pay would attract many capable candidates, showing talent isn’t tied to high salaries.

In simple terms: High pay isn’t needed for talent.

Key Takeaway

Offer fair wages to attract talent.

Themes

salary talent equity leadership

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

business ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • executive hiring
  • salary negotiations
  • company policy
  • talent acquisition

Key Concepts

labor economics incentive design human resources

Questions to Reflect On

  • Would lower caps improve fairness?
  • How might talent respond to lower pay?
A Different Perspective

High pay can also motivate performance; low caps may deter top‑tier leaders.

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