"I felt guilty about my salary": A young professional's Reddit post has sparked a workplace debate

A Reddit post by a young marketing executive earning Rs 43,000 a month has ignited a debate about salary fairness after discovering that an experienced sales colleague earned Rs 31,000 and an office assistant Rs 15,000. Feeling guilty, the employee questioned workplace pay disparities. The discussion highlighted that salaries are shaped by skills, market demand, negotiation and business needs—not just experience—offering valuable career lessons for students and young professionals entering today's workforce.