Think about it this way. Whatever your job is, we will assume that you enjoy it for the most part, you make $xxxx at it. Someone comes along and says "You should go work at this company, you will make $xx." Would you do it? Same job, same amount of hours. just less money. This would go for any job out there, be it doctor, lawyer, grocer, tailor or waiter. I am betting you would say no. This isn't just fun money for a lot of people, this is their living. Those people that have other money sources might be more willing to do a job for $xx or even $x to test but it probably will be a one time thing, unless it does well.

It is also a case of winning people over with goodwill rather than complaints. Just a few thoughts from someone that has been around for a long time, on both sides of the market.