Naukri.com founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani backs Narayana Murthy but says 70-hour work week ‘is not religion’

Sharing his thoughts on Narayana Murthy’s 70-hour work week advice, Sanjeev Bikhchandani, the founder of Info Edge, which owns Naukri.com, said entrepreneurs in India need to be ready to work very hard to succeed. However, he mentioned that he did not look at 70-hour work week as a “religion”. In a conversation with Jivraj Singh …

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Happy New Year 2024! From ‘digital detox’ to achieving ‘work-life harmony’, here are top 10 resolutions

Happy New Year 2024: As the new year approaches, many people engage in the tradition of creating New Year’s resolutions. These resolutions often symbolize individual aims and hopes for self-enhancement across different facets of life. Here are the top ten resolutions for the year 2024: 1. Save and Invest Wisely Commit to setting aside a …

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“I didn’t believe in vacations, until…,” Bill Gates shares his stance on work life balance

Bill Gates’ success story has inspired many, marked by the creation and elevation of Microsoft alongside childhood friend Paul Allen. In a blog post reflecting on his youth, Gates shared that he initially dismissed the significance of weekends and vacations, a perspective he outgrew as he aged and especially upon becoming a father. Recognizing the …

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Winning requires hard work: Niraj Shah supports long working hours. THESE leader advocate grinding culture

Wayfair CEO Niraj Shah, an Indian American entrepreneur, has advocated for extended work hours and emphasized the integration of work and personal life for employees. In a recent communication to Wayfair staff, Shah underscored the importance of hard work for achieving success, stating, “Winning requires hard work,” as reported by CNN. He encouraged a work …

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Example for all to follow? Motilal Oswal allows employees to “switch-off” from work, disconnect from emails outside shift timings

Motilal Oswal Financial Services, one of India’s leading broking and financial services firms, has implemented a unique policy to prioritize the well-being and productivity of its employees. The policy, known as the “Switch-Off” from Work Policy, allows employees to disconnect from work and emails outside of their fixed shift timing of 8.0/8.5 hours.This policy, one …

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Is It Feasible To Have A 70-Hour Work Week Or Not? Industry Experts Weigh In

Youngsters need to work 70 hours a week, says Infosys founder Narayana Murthy. Such long hours may lead to burnout, reduced efficiency, and strained work-life balance The feasibility of a 70-hour workweek is a topic that hinges on a delicate balance between productivity, well-being, and workplace regulations. Infosys Chairman N.R. Narayana Murthy ignited a debate …

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Observing National Workaholics Day 2023: Marking the Occasion, Commemorative Activities, and Tallying Workaholics’ Work Hours

Published By: Nibandh Vinod Last Updated: July 04, 2023, 13:43 IST Workaholics often work long hours, typically exceeding the standard 40-hour workweek. (Image: Shutterstock) National Workaholics Day 2023: Striving for Work-Life Balance NATIONAL WORKAHOLICS DAY 2023: National Workaholics Day is an annual celebration observed on July 5th. It serves as a reminder for individuals to …

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