SN Subrahmanyan can be seen advocating for working Sundays. After Infosys’ Narayana Murthy’s 70-hour work week controversy, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman SN Subrahmanyan has stirred a fresh debate on work-life balance with his advocacy of 90 hour work weeks. In an undated video, which is going viral on social media, SN Subrahmanyan can be…
Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani has offered a humorous take on the much-debated subject of work-life balance that has been raging on in the Indian corporate world. Insisting that enjoying one’s work is essential to achieving work-life balance, Adani quipped in a media interview, “Aath ghanta family ke saath bitayega toh biwi bhaag jaayegi (Wife…
NEW DELHI: Congress MP Karti P Chidambaram has hit out at Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy for expressing disappointment over India’s shift to a five-day workweek in 1986.Murthy, a vocal advocate for a 70-hour workweek, believes India’s growth hinges on hard work, not leisure. Refusing to budge from his stance, Murthy recently told CNBC-TV18 at the…
A former Amazon employee has praised work culture in India with a recent LinkedIn post highlighting the grueling schedules faced by employees in global organizations. Reflecting on his experiences with colleagues in India, Adam Broda reflected on his time at Amazon, where he worked 60-hour weeks. However, he observed that his Indian colleagues, especially the…
In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, one’s success is often tied to intelligence and technical skills. While intellect is undoubtedly valuable, popular leadership expert Robin Sharma emphasises that protecting one’s energy is an important tool for one’s well-being and true success in life. Our energy fuels our every action, decision, and interaction– be it in…
NR Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys, reiterated his belief in the value of hard work at the CNBC Global Leadership Summit, defending his famous 70-hour workweek advice. He emphasised that India’s growth requires dedication, citing Prime Minister Modi’s 100-hour workweeks and the post-WWII efforts of Germany and Japan as examples. Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy’s stirred…
Michael Dell, the billionaire CEO Dell Technologies, has a message for today’s workforce: work smarter, not harder, and don’t forget to laugh.In an episode of the “In Good Company”, Dell shared insights into his management philosophy and personal approach to work, emphasizing the importance of balancing professional dedication with personal well-being. “I learned a long…
Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy refused to back down from his controversial stance on extended working hours, offering an unapologetic “I am sorry, I have not changed my view.” The tech veteran, who sparked nationwide debate last year by urging Indian youth to work 70-hour weeks, declared he would take this belief “to my grave.”“I…
In the context of today’s rapidly evolving workplace, the phenomenon of increasing absenteeism has emerged as a critical concern across various industries. While occasional sick leaves have historically been a norm in professional settings, recent years have witnessed a marked rise in the frequency of these absences, prompting significant discussions around workplace culture, employee health,…
