@Bill Branstetter In my opinion job positions should have compensation that are the same across the board. If a different position pays more then so be it, but it should be the same for everyone. This prevents discrimination, jealousy and nepotism in the organization. At my company, we reach top out pay after 2 years. But everyone gets paid the same once you top out.

I don't because this line of questioning is not helpful to anyone not in authority to make the changes you want.

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No, you should not. Someone might get more or less and it might affect your friendship.