[steve_adams_86]

I think that last part is key here. Does excellence really require suffering? Especially for the disproportionate gain of someone who was, what, able to borrow more money than other people?

It’s such a preposterous idea on its face. I’m open to being ignorant and naive, but as it stands, I find the entire picture totally repulsive and incoherent.

[bsg75]

Only if “excellence” means stroking someone else’s ego for zero or less personal ROI.

Working more for the same pay is a reduction in compensation.