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Manager decides to terminate employee for watching World Cup match during work hours. HR defends him with one statement, ‘You are rewarding visibility and punishing productivity’A manager sought an employee's termination for watching the World Cup at work. However, HR discovered the employee had completed all tasks,...16 Jun, 2026, 11.23 AM IST- Quote of the day by Lao Tzu: 'If you try to change it, you will ruin it. Try to hold it, and you will...' - Founder of Taoism's timeless lesson on the wisdom of letting goQuote of the day by Lao Tzu: Ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu's wisdom continues to guide people. His teachings emphasize living in harm...15 Jun, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by The Greatest Showman's Hugh Jackman: ‘I work extremely hard doing what I love, mainly to ensure…’Hugh Jackman's quote highlights the difference between working hard at a passion versus enduring a meaningless job. He emphasizes that inve...15 Jun, 2026, 11.54 AM IST
- Rs 21,000 monthly expenses, scenic hill views, slower pace of life: Delhi man shares perks of working remotely from Manali. ‘Cheaper than Gurgaon ’ says internetA New Delhi professional, Ajay Sharma, relocated to Manali for a healthier lifestyle and lower expenses. He revealed his monthly living cos...15 Jun, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
- He sent a work email on weekend. But boss called him the next day to teach him a lesson. Employee shares India vs Norway work culture. ‘I got scolded for…’An Indian expat in Norway learned a vital lesson about work-life balance when his boss expressed concern, not praise, for him working weeke...14 Jun, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
- Bengaluru woman left her Rs 10.5 LPA job for a Rs 8.5 LPA job, doesn’t regret it: ‘The biggest improvement has been…’A Bengaluru professional, Shikha Priyadarshini, left a higher-paying job for a lower one to escape the stress and cost of a mandatory five-...13 Jun, 2026, 03.43 AM IST
- Laid off from her dream tech job, woman says it was the best thing that happened to her. 'My hair stopped falling out'A woman who spent years trying to break into the tech industry says being laid off from her dream job ultimately helped her regain her heal...13 Jun, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
- 'Schedule it during work hours': Gen Z worker skips 9 PM meeting, says important discussions belong in office hoursA young employee declined a 9 PM meeting, citing work-life balance. She argued important discussions belong in office hours. Her manager no...12 Jun, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Johnny Carson: ‘Never continue in a job you don't enjoy. If you're happy in what you're doing, you'll…’ the Tonight show’s longest-serving host explains work-life balance and why happiness comes before successQuote of the Day by Johnny Carson suggests prioritizing job enjoyment for inner peace and self-respect, suggesting true success lies in con...12 Jun, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
- “I replied to a mail on Saturday”: Indian professional in Norway says boss’s reaction left him shockedAn Indian professional in Norway was reprimanded by his boss for working excessive hours, including on weekends and during vacation. This s...11 Jun, 2026, 07.28 PM IST
- May look glamorous, but Indian professional reveals the truth about working US hours from India: 'The real cost isn't the hours but...'Working US hours in India offers career gains but at a steep health cost. Professionals report sleep disruption, fatigue, and neglected rel...11 Jun, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
- 'Indian work ethic is not okay': Man who moved to Norway says he was scolded for working on weekends and postponing vacationsAn Indian professional, Vinod, learned a valuable lesson in Norway. His dedication to working extra hours and skipping breaks was met with ...10 Jun, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
- Hyderabad woman’s seven-year-old son asks ‘what is more important,...?’, emotional moment sparks debate on working motherhood and parenting prioritiesA Hyderabad mother's Instagram post about her son's poignant question regarding her work has touched many. The seven-year-old asked if he o...09 Jun, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
- I started packing up at 4:58 PM every day after my boss denied my raise; he owns my hours, not a minute moreA viral TikTok video captured an employee leaving precisely at 4:58 PM after being denied a raise, resonating with millions of workers feel...09 Jun, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
- Quote of the day by ‘Wolverine’ Hugh Jackman: ‘The secret to modern life is finding the measure in…’ – a lesson on time management, priorities and fulfillmentModern life demands smart time management. Actor Hugh Jackman emphasizes that time is our most valuable asset. He shares that balancing car...09 Jun, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
- Employee asks for paternity leave; manager calls him an ‘idiot’. What happens next changes the tone completelyA tense workplace discussion about a six-month paternity leave request unexpectedly evolved into a profound reflection on family and regret...08 Jun, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
- 'I wasn't happy': Man says quitting his job made him realise that a steady salary alone cannot lead to happinessAfter spending nearly two years at the same company, a man says quitting his job led to an unexpected realization about happiness. In a pos...04 Jun, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
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