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Founder hails employee for being online on wedding day, internet calls ...
A founder is facing a wave of backlash after praising an employee for logging into work on his wedding day. While the founder hailed the move as a sign of "special ownership" and genuine excitement for their project, social media users have labelled the incident "awful." Despite the founder’s claim that the employee was on approved leave and was voluntarily online for work communication, the viral exchange has reignited a fierce debate over toxic work culture and the lack of boundaries in the tech industry.The founder shared that the employee was online despite having fully approved PTO. (X/@AY_Orbach)“One of our team just got married today… and still popped online for a bit,” Aj Orbach, co-founder of Ohio-based firm Triple Whale, wrote.Also Read: Techie says laid-off big tech employees are making job hunt harder for freshers: ‘Not even getting rejection mails’He added, “Not because anyone asked. Is on fully approved PTO. Just genuinely excited about what they’re building. That kind of ownership is special. Also told them to log off.”Orbach shared a screenshot of a conversation between him and the employee, in which he asks, “How is it going?” The employee replies, “It's going, got married this morning/afternoon but I am back online.”How did social media react?Social media wasn’t happy about the founder’s post. Many argued that worrying about your work on the day of the wedding was not admirable.Also Read: Zoho issues clarification after Bengaluru founder claims Zoho Books error led to financial lossAn X user wrote, “That’s awful. One lucky partner. Another added, “His marriage is not gonna end well.”A third posted, “This is the saddest most pathetic s**t I've seen in quite a while.” A fourth expressed, “Genuinely one of the most pathetic things I’ve ever seen on this app. In that saying something, you should be embarrassed."
Deepinder Goyal Addresses Startup Work Culture Debate
New Delhi: Deepinder Goyal recently commented on startup work culture during a public discussion, addressing the expectations around time and commitment in entrepreneurship. He stated that building a company requires sustained focus and involvement, particularly in the early stages of growth. The remarks were made in response to ongoing discussions around working hours and professional expectations in startups. The comments drew attention across business communities, with the topic continuing to be part of broader conversations around workplace practices. The discussion aligns with ongoing observations in the startup ecosystem, where founders and teams often operate under tight timelines and evolving market conditions. No specific policy changes or announcements were linked to the statement, and it remained part of a general commentary on work culture within the industry.
How Should I Deal With an Employee Consistently Overstepping Boundaries ...
To effectively address issues of boundary overstepping, it is crucial to first understand the existing company policies that govern employee behavior. Clear communication of these policies can help reinforce appropriate boundaries and expectations within the workplace.
Gurugram employee fired in one day for missing an event: Founder ...
13 hours ago ... A single message, a missed event, and a job lost within hours. In an era where workplace boundaries are already shifting, a Gurugram founder's blunt ...
