Originally Posted by
the_stranger
If the profits decline, there still is a profit. And ylthe employees should profit with it, just less than with higher profits.
With a potential loss, in our company (not Ryanair) we die indeed got paid less (per hour, just worked more for the same pay).
So yes, of the belt needs tightening, we all tighten it. If it can get loose again, we all should be able to do so.
Employees are paid a wage, that is all company is legally required to do. Nothing stops employees investing in the company and buying shares if they wish.