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Dutch proverb of the day: “A donkey doesn’t stub itself against the same boulder twice” — Inspiring life lessons on wisdom, resilience, learning from mistakes, better decision-making, self-growth, and why repeating the same error can quietly hold you back from lasting successToday's Dutch Proverb of the Day: The famous Dutch proverb, "A donkey doesn’t stub itself against the same boulder twice" (Een ezel stoot z...
Candidate asks for Rs 65,000. HR offers Rs 50,000, promising 'learning opportunities'. She accepts. What happens two months later leaves the company with regretsCandidate asks for Rs 65,000 but accepts Rs 50,000 after HR promises learning opportunities. Two months later, after being loaded with extr...
Gen Z employee kept getting new work from his boss even on last working day. What happened next exposed office politics at its finestA startup employee said the boss kept assigning new work even on the last working day after resignation, leaving them wondering if they wer...
Rs 2 crore salary rejected without a second thought: Techie chooses lower income job and the internet agrees with his logicA Dubai-based software developer's LinkedIn post has gone viral after he shared why a friend rejected a Rs 2 crore annual salary in India f...
The end of the ticket is only the beginningAt Atlassian's latest leadership roundtable, CIOs, CTOs and engineering heads across automotive, retail, fintech, and logistics spoke about...
Gen Z employee quits after manager rejects anxiety leave request, viral WhatsApp chat divides internetAn employee resigned after his anxiety-related leave request was denied by his manager. The manager deemed the late notification unprofessi...
Quote of the day by Greek philosopher Heraclitus: ‘Our envy always lasts longer than the happiness of those we envy. Everything flows and nothing…' A timeless wisdom on being yourselfAncient philosopher Heraclitus' quote of the day addresses envy's lasting nature versus fleeting happiness. This wisdom helps modern indivi...
Why People Create AI “Workslop”—and How to Stop ItWith the rise of gen AI tools, offices have had to contend with a new scourge: “workslop” or low-effort, AI-generated work that looks plaus...
Quote of the day by Richard Branson: ‘Life is too short to be unhappy. As soon as something stops being fun, it is…’ - An inspiring life lesson on finding joy and embracing change by billionaire businessmanQuote of the day: Richard Branson reminds us that life is too brief to remain unhappy, encouraging people to let go and move forward. The b...
Next UK Prime Minister urged to end Labour Party's 'boys club'Andy Burnham faces pressure to achieve gender balance in his new cabinet. Women in the Labour Party report a "boys' club" hindering their p...
Employee helped his boss's boss, ends up getting his appraisal rating destroyed for this reason. Jealousy or office politics?A Reddit post has sparked discussion after an employee claimed his manager gave him a lower performance rating for helping the skip-level m...
Quote of the day by George Clooney: ‘Regret hurts more than failure. You cannot live with regret as you get older.’ - Ocean's Eleven actor on taking chances before it is too lateGeorge Clooney believes regret hurts more than failure in life. In today's quote of the day, he emphasizes that untried dreams breed a deep...
Quote of the day by Patrick Stewart: ‘It is possible to commit no mistakes and still lose. That is not a weakness, that is…’ - A timeless lesson by legendary Star Trek actor on accepting life’s challenges through courage and persistencePatrick Stewart's quote of the day highlights life's unpredictable nature and unfair outcomes. He emphasizes that mistakes are not always t...
HR offered Rs 60,000 instead of Rs 75,000 the candidate asked for. Two months later, employee resigned. Manager says, 'You should have informed...'A Delhi-based startup co-founder shared how a candidate earning Rs 58,000 a month accepted a Rs 60,000 offer despite believing their skills...
Rooftop breakfasts, no hierarchy, 6 months of free accommodation: After 10 years in Poland, Indian finance expert compares the country's work culture with IndiaPolish workplaces prioritize employee well-being, offering breakfast and dedicated coffee bars. A flat organizational structure fosters sea...
Employee says boss talked to his mother cause he slept after completing office hours. Internet calls it 'unprofessional'A startup employee's Reddit post has gone viral after he claimed his employer called his mother when he failed to answer late-night work ca...
Boss demanded free overtime and late-night work. Employee then turned the tables with one smart move. 'Expecting me to work as a robot'A Reddit post by an employee who claimed he was repeatedly asked to work unpaid overtime, attend late-night meetings and meet weekend deadl...
Psychology says burnout doesn't always make employees quit; instead, some happy workers may be more prone to job-hoppingEmployees don't always quit jobs due to unhappiness; a new study reveals two key drivers: career advancement and escaping bad environments....
Charlie Munger psychology lessons: 5 hidden mind traps that change how you make life decisionsCharlie Munger psychology lessons reveal how human behavior, decision-making, and mental models shape life outcomes. His timeless wisdom on...
Burnout, humiliation, and no boundaries: Viral post lists 3 toxic workplace habits that have been normalised for too longCareer coach Vijay Chandola, an IIM alumnus, has identified three common Indian office habits that need to be challenged: glorifying burnou...