Cynthia and Albert both work in the same department. Cynthia believes that Albert is being paid considerably more than she is. In fact, both employees are being paid about the same amount. Cynthia complains to her boss and the compensation manager and wants a pay raise.
Respond to the following questions:
Are there any ethical issues with the case?
Assuming the firm follows the policy of not revealing the pay of individuals, should the compensation manager say anything?
Should Cynthia be told the amount of Albert’s pay? Or, should Cynthia only be told that there is a “misunderstanding” and that her belief is incorrect?
Should some other approach be taken?
https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20210708-pay-secrecy-why-some-workers-cant-discuss-salaries
https://hrexecutive.com/reduce-unethical-behavior-via-comp-plans/
