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'You are my slave, I own all your time': Bengaluru startup founder lists down 5 toxic workplace behavior normalised in India- I started packing up at 4:58 PM every day after my boss denied my raise; he owns my hours, not a minute more
- Quote of the day by Taylor Swift: ‘Giving up doesn't always mean you're weak; sometimes…’ – ‘Taylor’s version’ on letting go, self respect and moving forward
- Man who resigned corporate job after 18 years, says he never felt ‘more alive’: ‘I have ageing parents but…’Dharmendra S Pandey, a corporate coach, left a stable job after eighteen years. He felt bypassed for promotions despite his dedication. Pan...06 Jun, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
- ‘Promoted, burnt out, or quit quietly?’: Gen Z candidate’s question on job interview gives HR a reality check on modern hiringGen Z employees are changing workplace culture. They seek work-life balance and mental health support. They question toxic environments and...28 May, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
- New employee gets confused by mental health discussions at company. One office meeting reveals the harsh truth of normalising hustle cultureModern workplaces often preach wellness and work-life balance, yet employees face overwork and constant availability pressure. Career coach...21 May, 2026, 12.02 PM IST
- ‘Afraid to take leave, easily replaceable…’: Worker’s rant on corporate life sparks debateA recent online discussion highlights India's demanding work culture, where employees often face unrealistic expectations and toxic environ...05 Mar, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
- “I couldn’t breathe, but we had deadlines”: Reddit post on workplace toxicity reignites debate on corporate pressureA Reddit user's distressing account of being pressured to work despite struggling to breathe, with their manager prioritizing deadlines ove...24 Dec, 2025, 01.28 PM IST
- Silicon Valley startups' mantra: Work, sleep and repeatThe explosive pace of AI innovation is driving Silicon Valley startups to longer workdays, tighter teams and revival of the 9-9-6 grind. Bu...09 Dec, 2025, 07.23 AM IST
- Techie backs 'daunting' 72–100 hour work week, says '40 hours won’t offer the same upside'. Netizens call out 'flaunting toxic work culture'Himachal Pradesh-born software engineer sparked debate after endorsing a 72-hour work week at US-based company, claiming it surpasses a sta...16 Sep, 2025, 07.48 PM IST
- IIM Lucknow alumni founder wants a personal assistant who does not have financial worries. Job post draws strong reactions onlineAn IIM Lucknow graduate faced criticism after a LinkedIn post for a personal assistant role went viral. The job description detailed extens...12 Sep, 2025, 03.48 PM IST
- Founder makes Forbes, intern 'ninja' gets Amazon voucher: Bengaluru entrepreneur’s post on startup hustle strikes a chord onlineBengaluru-based entrepreneur humorous yet piercing LinkedIn post on founder-intern dynamics in startups has resonated with many netizens. D...17 Jul, 2025, 11.19 PM IST
- Employee said NO to weekend work. Got Suspended. His revenge will make you jealousAn employee's refusal to work weekends led to a suspension, but instead of despairing, they took a vacation. The internet rallied behind th...18 Jun, 2025, 12.13 PM IST
- Hustle culture or harassment? Techie shares her traumatic experience at dream startup: 'Was gaslighted for 3 years'A young graduate faced harassment at an Indian SaaS startup. A senior leader assaulted her. HR offered no real help. She faced retaliation ...07 Jun, 2025, 09.12 AM IST
- ‘Worked 16 hours a day, gained 24 kg and no travel’: Bengaluru techie calls himself an ideal 'corporate slave' in alarming postA Bengaluru techie's anonymous confession has resonated with many, highlighting the harsh realities of the modern Indian workplace. He desc...14 May, 2025, 08.11 AM IST
- Employee sticks to 9-to-5, quits the hustle after being denied promotion; gets a surprise raise insteadAfter years of overworking with no recognition, a Reddit user shared how sticking strictly to a 9-to-5 schedule finally earned him a raise....11 May, 2025, 03.18 PM IST
- After Europe trip, Indian employee faces workplace taunts; says 'coming back feels like being a corporate robot' on RedditA viral Reddit post by an Indian employee returning from a European vacation has sparked widespread debate about toxic work culture in Indi...02 May, 2025, 05.59 PM IST
- How Anupam Mittal manifested his dreams to create Shaadi.com and become a Shark Tank icon, but there's a catchAnupam Mittal, founder of People Group and a Shark Tank India judge, has shared his perspective on work-life balance and hustle culture. Re...05 Feb, 2025, 10.19 AM IST
- Startup founder praises colleague for working 18 hrs, keeping bed near computer, gets schooled by netizensAlthough numerous startup founders are drawn to hustle culture, many internet users have moved away from glorifying irregular and excessive...01 Oct, 2024, 12.05 PM IST
- From rude behaviour to hustle culture, these 7 toxic practices should die with 2022Can 2023 begin on a positive note?03 Dec, 2022, 10.38 PM IST
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