I have had a similar experience, and also met many people with similar experiences. I have had exactly 2 advancements in my 5 year career. One was a cost of li

I have had a similar experience, and also met many people with similar experiences. I have had exactly 2 advancements in my 5 year career. One was a cost of living increase (actuallyl slightly less then that), but only after I complained numerous times. The second was when I switched companies to a new position.