In addition, where's Michael's sacrifice? If he's all for "what makes everyone more motivated" he should be willing to give up 2% himself, along with you giving

In addition, where's Michael's sacrifice? If he's all for "what makes everyone more motivated" he should be willing to give up 2% himself, along with you giving up 2%. Fairness is important. In fact I'd suggest it as a way to keep negotiations going forward. You sacrifice,if and only if Michael sacrifices similarly.