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Comparison Is a Thief

Your neighbors' paychecks change how you feel about yours

Would you take half the money if it meant earning more than everyone around you? Half of the people asked said yes.

You'll find out

  • Why half chose less money
  • How neighbors shrink a paycheck
  • What a salary website did

Why it matters

Your paycheck has a number, but it feels like a ranking. Seeing the yardstick is how you take it back.

About 3 min6 interactive slides · 5 questionsLesson 144 · Zone 16

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