In a similar fashion, many highly talented individuals would remain in the same industry for less pay (e.g. many highly-paid programmers). Because their skills

In a similar fashion, many highly talented individuals would remain in the same industry for less pay (e.g. many highly-paid programmers). Because their skills are in demand, they can work in a satisfying ("fun") career and still be amply compensated, similar to LeBron. In fact, there is much more going on here than mere compensation: individuals doing creative work do better when they are happier. Hence, it is often in an employer's long-term interest to create an environment in which their employees are happy.