> On the other hand, I've had to make it known to my current employer that they need to pay me well in order for me to stay for a long time. This is the primar

> On the other hand, I've had to make it known to my current employer that they need to pay me well in order for me to stay for a long time. This is the primary problem. American companies aren't willing to give 100% raises year after year to keep up with their competition and retain their employees.