Unfairly Quote by Laszlo Bock
““Pay unfairly: Your best people are better than you think, and worth more than you pay them In””
About This Quote
Source Book: Work Rules! by Laszlo Bock, 2015
Recognizing that top employees often exceed expectations and deserve higher compensation than they currently receive.
In simple terms: Great workers are undervalued.
Key Takeaway
Pay talent fairly.
Themes
fairness
leadership
compensation
Mood
thoughtful
pragmatic
Type
advisory
business
When to use this quote
- salary negotiations
- performance reviews
- talent retention
- budget planning
Key Concepts
human resources
value perception
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance fair pay with financial constraints?
- What metrics best reflect an employee’s true value?
A Different Perspective
Higher pay may strain budgets and create equity issues.
