Doing for nothing... because of OPF

HKMA this year 2012 will have 5% salary raise.
This is a mild percentage because the inflation rate of this year in HKG will be similar.

In that sense, if your salary increase is less than 5%, it can imply:-
1. you underperformed last year.
2. you perform well, but your company is operating at a loss;
3. you have salary cut

If you are well performed, but your company still operates at a loss, this is not a company you should stay, nor will it be safe if you stay here any longer. You are just a sailor in the boat. No matter how hard you work, because of the OPF - other people's fault, it will make the vessel sinks and you will not longer survivable.

Getting older can mean getting more wisdom in your life. It can also mean getting less attacking power for the rest of the life.

So, don't be naive to believe on your own performance. Anyone in Titanic should leave. If you are a diligent and intelligent crew member, you should leave much more more immediately!!