'Can't work here': Employee walks out of startup on first day after lunch, anecdote goes viral
Story shared on X
The incident was shared on X by a user with the handle '@Poan__Sapdi.' In the post, the user wrote, 'A friend told me about this guy who joined a startup here in Delhi. On his very first day, he left his laptop on his desk during lunch and just never came back. He ignored everyone's calls initially but later picked up HR's, and just said he cannot work there.'
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Viral reactions from users
The post quickly gained traction, drawing thousands of views and a stream of responses. Many online users said the incident reflected a growing trend of employees walking away from jobs that do not suit them.
Some reacted with humor, while others shared their own experiences. 'Been there done that!' wrote one person. Another added, 'Many such cases.'
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X user Rohit Pandey shared: 'Happens a lot. Secretly, a lot of people plan it - few execute it. I had a guy join with me, quite young and jolly and after lunch he disappeared. The laptop just sat there. Didn't turn up the next day and found from HR that he left.'
A lighthearted comment also stood out: 'Well real heroes wait for the salary day, and leave it once the salary is credited with proper KT folder in it.'
Workplace conversations online
The anecdote has resonated with many employees who describe themselves as 'corporate slaves.' For some, the story served as a reminder of how quickly workers may decide to quit when faced with an uncomfortable work environment.
While the post did not specify the exact reason behind the decision, discussions in the comments pointed to broader themes such as toxic work culture, unpaid overtime, and the pressure of corporate life.
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