Employee expecting appraisal, gets fired by boss instead. What he said next turned the termination into job promotionA software developer’s Reddit post has gone viral after he claimed that an appraisal meeting unexpectedly turned into a firing discussion b...
26 May, 2026, 06.17 PM IST
Income rising but savings shrinking? CA explains the ‘middle class trap’ hurting salaried workers but they don't even knowA LinkedIn post by Bengaluru-based CA Meenal Goel has sparked discussion online after she described how many salary hikes today barely keep...
23 May, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
Infosys employees see 15 percentage point drop in bonus amid Middle East tensions, macro headwindsInfosys has announced an average performance bonus of 70% for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026. This is a significant drop from the p...
18 May, 2026, 07.52 PM IST
What’s the difference between Rs 60 LPA job and Rs 2 LPA job? Bengaluru techie reveals: 'Laptop on even during festivals, Saturday 'optional' but....'A Bengaluru tech professional's viral X post highlighted the stark contrast between a Rs 2 LPA job and a Rs 60 LPA role. The former demands...
18 May, 2026, 05.55 PM IST
Can you be fired from job despite achieving your annual target? Know what the labour law saysMeeting annual targets doesn't guarantee job security in the private sector. Labour laws, particularly the Industrial Disputes Act, offer p...
11 May, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
One started at Rs 3.5 LPA vs another at Rs 6.5 LPA: Ankur Warikoo breaks down the math to show how first salary changes everythingA simple calculation reveals how starting salaries impact long-term earnings. Ankur Warikoo's example shows two individuals. One begins at ...
07 May, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
The growing pay gap: AI skills drive 60% higher salaries in techAI-skilled professionals are commanding significant pay premiums, earning up to 60% more than their peers in other tech fields. This wideni...
07 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Finance Ministry caps outlay for schemes pending 16th Finance Commission approvalThe move was initiated after many ministries were not able to complete the mandatory appraisal of schemes by the March 31 deadline. The Cen...
30 Apr, 2026, 12.38 AM IST
Infosys non-committal on pay hikes, keeps employees guessingInfosys management remained non-committal on salary revision timelines during a recent town hall, citing macroeconomic conditions and clien...
28 Apr, 2026, 09.09 PM IST
Why smart people choose wrong careers: Overconfidence, prestige traps, and 5 signs it’s time to switchBrilliant students often get stuck in careers, while average performers thrive. This happens because intelligence is an engine, not a drive...
27 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
71,000 tech layoffs in 2026 already, are you next? Ankur Warikoo shares 3 warning signs to look out for and 5 ways to secure your jobTech jobs face uncertainty with many layoffs. Ankur Warikoo shares early signs of job risk. These include work being sidelined, lack of man...
16 Apr, 2026, 11.15 AM IST
If Your Boss Stops Checking In Suddenly, This Could Be What It Really SignalsManagers are increasingly stepping back from daily employee interactions. This silence breeds confusion and detachment among staff. Employe...
09 Apr, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
CII's 20-Point Policy Agenda calls for coordinated fiscal, financial and trade response to West Asia crisisConfederation of Indian Industry praises government and RBI for swift actions amid West Asia conflict. CII proposes a detailed plan to supp...
05 Apr, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
'I got nervous...': Bengaluru techie shares his employee's message to him after appraisalAn employee's heartfelt message to his manager after an appraisal, expressing family joy and personal nervousness, has resonated widely onl...
16 Mar, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
Five ways to write a great self-appraisalWhile you can draw attention to some mistakes you made through the year and projects you may have slipped up on, do not focus on it too muc...
19 Feb, 2018, 11.25 PM IST
- Some tricks of the trade to get prepared for appraisal
Experts share with Lynn Lobo ways to approach the performance period and some tricks of the trade to prepare for it
16 Apr, 2012, 03.13 PM IST
- Get noticed by your bosses in second half for a good bonus
Firstly, Never mess with your supervisor in the second half of the year. Swallow your pride, your ego. You will get your opportunity to mak...
30 Mar, 2012, 05.03 AM IST