It just amazes me why outfits treat their pilots like that. Promise them something, then keep your promise, or at least try. From a safety prospective alone. Is an unhappy pilot as safe as a happy and contented pilot? I say no. I've worked for some very wealthy owners years ago. one or two, were unable to keep a deal or a promise even if they tried. Surely common sense would dictate, if their backsides were strapped to machinery, operated by an unhappy crew, that doesn't enhance safety.. Or does it? I would want crew with their minds on the job, not distracted thinking about when their pay is in the bank or not, for example.
We all make mistakes, however if we ALLOW ourselves to be distracted or rushed, the chances of mistakes are greater of course. Standing up to some of these clowns, does come easier with experience.