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The incentive is having a rewarding job where you develop products you are proud of. Once I have food to eat, this is by far the most important incentive for me and it greatly outweighs e.g my desire for promotions, raises and bonuses. If I can have both, great. If I need to choose one, it’s the fulfilling job and product pride every day.



No thanks. I’ve got a family to support for at least 18 more years, and I could be laid off at any second.

I need to make as much money as possible in the little time as possible, and the best way to do this is to stop worrying and learn to love the bomb.


kinda weird that expressing pride in one's job and prioritizing excellence over financial remuneration would be downvoted so vigorously




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