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Time of India
31-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CEO shares intern's first email suggesting one-line business strategy; details inside
It's not every day that a CEO receives a strategy pitch from an intern– especially within hours of them joining. But that's exactly what happened at a US-based fintech company, when a college intern sent a brief, unexpected email to the CEO on their first day at work. The message, now widely shared across social media, has sparked a mix of humour, criticism, and conversation around workplace dynamics. CEO posts intern's email on X Roshan Patel, founder and CEO of Arrow Payments, shared the intern's email on X with the caption, 'We hired a college intern. Today's his first day. Here's what he just sent me.' The post also included a screenshot of the message. The email, written without much context or elaboration, read: 'Hey, I had a quick idea for the company, sorry if this was already brought up, but have we tried increasing revenue?' Reactions range from humour to disapproval The post soon gathered momentum on social media, where users weighed in on the intern's tone, timing, and understanding of business operations. While some called the message bold and amusing, others criticised its lack of depth. One user commented sarcastically, 'Yeah, great idea. We should probably start with cutting headcount.' Another responded, 'Oh dear, I haven't even entered college yet, and I know what revenue is. You can't just increase it magically with a knob, button, or switch.' Some users were more critical. According to one comment, 'To be honest, increase revenue by firing the intern.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search Ads Get Info Undo Another user wrote, 'My experience with such people: they believe in shortcuts to success and think everyone else is just working inefficiently. But when real hard work is required, they fall short.' CEO offers no further response Patel did not provide any additional comment or clarification regarding the intern's message or its intended purpose. Although the email did not contain a specific proposal, it has sparked broader discussions online about how interns navigate new roles and the standards of communication expected in professional environments.
Indian Express
31-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
‘Have we tried increasing revenue?': Intern's first-day email stuns CEO, reignites debate on Gen Z work culture
An unexpected email from a new intern on his first day has the Internet laughing and cringing. The message, shared by Roshan Patel, CEO of US-based Arrow Payments, has gone viral after he posted a screenshot on X with the caption: 'We hired a college intern. Today's his first day. Here's what he just sent me.' In the now-widely circulated email, the intern said, 'Hey, I had a quick idea for the company, sorry if this was already brought up, but have we tried increasing revenue?' — a suggestion so vague and broad that it left people both amused and bewildered. We hired a college intern. Today's his first day. Here's what he just sent me. — Roshan Patel (@roshanpateI) July 28, 2025 Social media users wasted no time jumping into the conversation. One said, 'Firing him would increase the revenue.' Another user added a touch of optimism, saying, 'At least he is somewhat engaged and eager. Can't have it all can you?' A third user commented, 'Next email… sorry if someone has already brought this up but… have you tried lowering your expenses?' Another X user said, 'You would be surprised how many companies have not, in fact, thought of doing that.' Also Read: Indian moonlighter Soham Parekh reacts to hiring freeze at TCS: 'Outwork the system' The incident has reignited an ongoing debate around Gen Z in the workplace, especially their approach to communication and professional norms. A few months ago, writer Harnidh Kaur sparked a conversation on X when she pointed out a recurring concern among her peers. 'They're smart and good at their jobs, but they're often rude, difficult to work with, and struggle with basic workplace etiquette. Honestly, it's hard to defend sometimes,' she wrote, echoing the growing discomfort many employers feel.
India Today
30-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
Intern suggests increasing revenue on first day. CEO shares email online
A US-based CEO recently shared a rather unexpected email he received from a newly hired intern on their very first day at work. The post, shared on X, soon gained traction and sparked a mix of amusement and disbelief across social Patel, founder and CEO of Arrow Payments, posted the email with the caption:"We hired a college intern. Today's his first day. Here's what he just sent me," along with a screenshot of the message that took him by intern's email simply read: "Hey, I had a quick idea for the company, sorry if this was already brought up, but have we tried increasing revenue?" Take a look at the post here:We hired a college intern. Today's his first day. Here's what he just sent me. Roshan Patel (@roshanpateI) July 28, 2025Social media users were quick to react to the intern's bold and somewhat naive suggestion. Many found it humorous, while others questioned the professionalism behind such a vague recommendation."Yeah, great idea. We should probably start with cutting headcount," one user commented sarcastically. Another user added, "Oh dear, I haven't even entered college yet, and I know what revenue is. You can't just increase it magically with a knob, button, or switch."A few comments were harsher: "To be honest, increase revenue by firing the intern," said a user, while another added, "My experience with such people: they believe in shortcuts to success and think everyone else is just working inefficiently. But when real hard work is required, they fall short."See the comments here:While the CEO chose not to elaborate beyond posting the email, the internet had a field day reacting to what many called both bold and baffling behaviour from a first-day intern.- EndsMust Watch
Mint
29-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
‘Have you tried increasing revenue?': Intern's bold first-day email to CEO sparks hilarious reactions
An Indian-origin CEO in the US was in for a surprise when a newly hired college intern sent him an unusually direct message on his very first day at work. Roshan Patel, founder and CEO of fintech firm Arrow Payments, took to X to share the unexpected email that's now making waves across the internet. 'Hey had a quick idea for the company, sorry if this was already brought up but have you tried increasing revenue?' Yes, that was the whole pitch. And yes, the internet had a field day. Patel posted a screenshot of the email with the caption: 'We hired a college intern. Today's his first day. Here's what he just sent me.' The tweet has since clocked over 6.9 million views, with users divided between calling the intern a 'business genius' and a 'bold risk-taker.' Many, however, saw promise in the simplicity of his approach. 'Well, at least he understands the bottom line,' one user quipped. Another joked: 'Hey ChatGPT, I recently joined XYZ firm as an intern. Help me with one question that can impress the CEO.' A third wrote, 'The fact that revenues or costs even crossed his mind before working on whatever task he was assigned by management puts him at the 98th percentile of staff in terms of business IQ. Promote him immediately.' But not everyone saw it as funny business. 'Dumb question, but at least he had the courage to reach out to his boss and give ideas on how to help the company grow. Be appreciative and train him instead of calling him out,' said another user. One summed it up best: 'Did you hug him? Or fire him?' Patel hasn't revealed how he responded to the intern, but judging by the viral reaction, that one-line email may just be the boldest first impression of the year.
