The Times of India

A young professional felt guilty after discovering his first salary was higher than a colleague with 12 years' experience, sparking a debate on skills and fair pay

A Reddit post by a young marketing executive earning Rs 43,000 a month has ignited a debate about salary fairness after discovering that an experienced sales colleague earned Rs 31,000 and an office assistant Rs 15,000. Feeling guilty, the employee questioned workplace pay disparities. The discussion highlighted that salaries are shaped by skills, market demand, negotiation and business needsnot just experienceoffering valuable career lessons for students and young professionals entering today's workforce.