[narnianal]

I think most people would agree that this is how the game works. Even corps like Citibank would agree that this is the right way to do it, because if you hire someone that is so integrated into their world they also don't have to worry too much about him f*cking them up just because you are his current employer.

But the problem still is, how do you get that guy. There are so many people who claim to be that guy and few who actually are (and would be willing to switch).

Smart people won't switch companies just to earn a more money. Strong relationships are worth more than a bigger paycheck and while you might retain many relationships you certainly can't retain all when switching companies.