Job title inflation is an inverse function of compensation and inequality. When a few people are getting paid a ton of money and you are not being paid much, ge

Job title inflation is an inverse function of compensation and inequality. When a few people are getting paid a ton of money and you are not being paid much, getting a "promotion" is one of the few ways to land a highly paid position. If your current company gives you more responsibility without increasing your pay, you can usually switch jobs for a higher salary.