I was expecting at least a little math in an article making a claim about price differences.

Dude really needs a friend

I think people are looking for respect and reciprocity, not caring, so to speak.

Sounds about right. Rewards seem to have no relation to contributions in my workplace, and I’m guessing I’m not alone. Might as well try to give them as little as possible of yourself. You’ve seen so many people work hard and end up looking like fools for it.