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💼 6-Day Work Week: Narayana Murthy’s Call to Action 🔥 Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys, recently stirred a national debate by advocating for a 6-day work week in India to boost productivity and drive economic growth. His perspective is sparking diverse reactions, from agreement to concern. Here’s what’s being discussed: 1️⃣ Boosting Economic Competitiveness 📈     Murthy believes that to compete with global powerhouses, India needs to go the extra mile. He suggests that a 6-day work week could help accelerate development, positioning India to thrive in a fast-paced global economy. 2️⃣ Balancing Productivity and Well-Being ⚖️     While some agree with Murthy’s call for dedication, others express concerns about work-life balance, mental health, and burnout. Advocates for employee well-being argue that sustainable productivity must prioritize both output and quality of life. 3️⃣ Changing Work Culture in India 🇮🇳     This proposal has brought work culture into focus, with questions on whether a longer work week or smart, efficient work practices are what India truly needs to progress sustainably. The discussion around a 6-day work week highlights the balancing act between economic ambition and employee well-being. Should India take on the challenge? #6DayWorkWeek #NarayanaMurthy #WorkLifeBalance #IndiaGrowth #Productivity #FutureOfWork

💭 Hard work vs. smart work ?? 🤔 ... a very interesting and endless debate indeed! I tend to become a workaholic, especially when involved in interesting projects; although I've realized how toxic that attitude is towards self and others (as it sets a wrong example and expectation in work culture). But, I honestly can't help it, so I started analyzing the reason behind this mindset further. I love #hardwork, especially when I am engrossed in the process—I visualize, plan, execute, and see the impact of my work ...The joy of seeing the fruits of my work is truly an exceptional feeling. If I understand correctly, Mr. Murthy is perhaps pointing to the same kind of passion-driven hard work where people are involved whole-heartedly in the process - giving their best - learning, and yielding incredible ideas and results. This kind of culture truly inspires healthy work-life integration and holistic growth. But, unfortunately, I have hardly come across any such work cultures or teams in the past few years of my career. The term "Hard Work" has gotten such negative connotation due to some Short-sighted corporates (&, #startups of course). In the name of hard work, people are expected to do stupid, meaningless work. #Employees blindly follow the process or instructions without knowing the expected impact they might be creating or contributing towards—thus, experiencing the dark side of hard work: utter dissatisfaction and burnout. In my opinion, If any company is embracing hard work–they first need to "Define it with a proper Context"...and then link it with "relevant and suitable rewards" (of monetary, social, and personal nature). Agree there is NO substitute for hard work, but a poorly defined meaningless hard work culture is a sure-shot recipe for an unproductive and toxic workplace 💭?? . . #worklifebalance #workculture #wellbeing #mentalhealth #purpose #productivity

Mr. Narayana Murthy's perspective on hard work sparks a vital conversation about India's path to global competitiveness. While the idea of a '70-hour work week' might sound daunting to some, it underscores the importance of dedication and effort in a rapidly evolving world. India's journey to becoming an economic powerhouse requires not just innovation but also resilience and perseverance. Balancing ambition with practicality, perhaps we should view Mr. Murthy's statement as a call to rethink our priorities and redefine productivity in a way that aligns with our aspirations as a nation. Hard work has always been the backbone of progress. What are your thoughts on how we can strike the right balance between commitment to work and personal well-being while propelling India forward?

When N. R. Narayana Murthy confidently declares he'll stick to his belief in a 6-day workweek until the end, it definitely sparks quite the discussion! So, here’s the 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗱𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Is relentless hard work really the golden ticket to success and national advancement, or is it time to flip the script and find a better balance with our personal lives? Think about it like this: trying to row a boat with just one oar feels like a total struggle – you’ll end up just going in circles! That’s kinda how work-life balance works too; if we don’t handle it right, progress can hit a roadblock faster than you can say “𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘁.” Now, don’t get me wrong! Murthy believes that commitment and hard work are the engines driving real growth. Just look at Infosys – that philosophy has fueled everything from massive economic outcomes to a truckload of tech innovations. It’s like a rallying cry for all of us, reminiscent of how Japan and Germany rebuilt themselves after World War II through sheer determination and teamwork. The goal definitely isn’t to wind yourself into the ground; it’s more about strategically aligning our personal aspirations with national ambitions for the best results. Let’s face it, achieving greatness demands a serious amount of hustle, unwavering resilience, and consistent hard work. But what’s the flip side? Just hit the brakes and risk losing that vital momentum we’ve worked so hard to build? Or how about we ramp things up a notch? 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀. That sounds like a pretty empowering path if you ask me! So, I'm curious—how do you approach that delicate dance of finding the right balance? #WorkLifeBalance #HardWork #SuccessMindset #NarayanaMurthy #EconomicGrowth #Linkedin

In recent days, a heated debate has unfolded around long working hours, sparked by comments from industry stalwarts like Infosys founder Narayana Murthy and OLA founder Bhavish Aggarwal. The Challenges of Long Working Hours While dedication to work is important, excessive working hours can negatively impact key aspects of life: Family Life: Reduced time with loved ones can strain relationships and weaken emotional bonds. Personal Life: Limited downtime can lead to burnout, leaving little room for self-care and hobbies. Relationships: Friendships and social connections may suffer due to lack of availability. Health: Prolonged work hours are linked to stress, fatigue, and long-term health issues. The Opportunity in Hard Work That said, there’s another perspective to consider: long working hours can be transformative when aligned with your personal and financial goals. The problem arises when we dedicate excessive time and effort to someone else’s vision while receiving only average returns for our efforts. A Call to Action The takeaway? Work hard, but work smart. Learn from industry leaders, leverage their wisdom, and use those long hours to invest in yourself. Branch out, explore new opportunities, and, when the time feels right, initiate your own ventures. Build something that truly resonates with your aspirations. Because when it’s about your goals, your independence, and your dreams, the effort feels purposeful—and you can go above and beyond, willingly and passionately. After all, true growth happens when we work to uplift ourselves, not just someone else’s empire. #growth #self #entreprenure #controversy #corporate #work #life #balance #infosys #ola

Hustle culture celebrates hard work but often blurs the line between dedication and overwork. Recently, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy stirred debate by advocating for a 70-hour workweek, citing India’s need to boost productivity to match global peers like Japan and Germany. He criticized the transition to a five-day workweek, emphasizing that there’s “no substitute for hard work.” While ambition fuels growth, Murthy’s views highlight the challenge of balancing individual well-being with national aspirations. Well as much as I am all in to support a five day workweek. What are your thoughts on this? P.S.: BTW I’m building @TheBrandSalt. Check us out for some unique Branding Solutions. #linkedingrowth #humanresources #hr

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy advocates for 70-hour workweeks, believing in hard work and rejecting work-life balance. He cites post-WW2 Japan and Germany as examples of hard work leading to productivity, and defends his own 14-hour workdays. However, studies show excessive hours can harm productivity, and Murthy’s company has faced criticism for unpaid training and forced office returns.

If I break down the 98 hours I am left with after the 70-hour work week. It is. 98 hours - 56 hours (8 hours of healthy sleep daily) = 42 hours. (Looks great!) 42 hours - 7 hours (min one hour of commute) = 35 hours (Nice!) 35 hours - 7 hours (to get ready & prepare breakfast) = 28 hours. (Ohkay) 28 hours - 10 hours (eating meals 30 mins each) = 18 hours (Ummm..) You are left with 18 hours a week. That means you have ~ 2.5 hours daily to yourself. Where you need to take care of yourself, your family, take care of your house , your social obligations, need to upskill yourself etc etc... ~ Daily 2.5 hours. The breakdown is a mathematical breakdown, still it looks so unrealistic. How unrealistic it will look with other external factors I have not included. Working a 70-hour week is just plain unrealistic. It tanks productivity, wrecks your mental and physical health, and leaves you burnt out. Plus, who has time for friends, family, hobbies, or even a bit of self-care with that kind of schedule? Real success and happiness come from finding a balance that respects your limits and values your well-being. After all, we're not machines—we need time to recharge and enjoy life outside of work. #workculture

Narayana Murthy’s 70-Hour Workweek: A Misguided Vision for India’s IT Industry. Narayana Murthy’s vision of a 70-hour workweek reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of the challenges faced by India’s IT professionals. Engineers already endure excessive pressure, juggling unrealistic deadlines, late nights, and weekends, often without proper compensation or recognition. Has Murthy ever taken a serious look into their struggles? It seems unlikely because addressing those challenges wouldn’t boost Infosys’s share price. Pushing for a formal 70-hour week, however, might. Instead of advocating for longer hours, Murthy should focus on more critical issues: enhancing the quality of life for those working in IT and addressing the quality of work delivered from India. Most importantly, he should ask why the Indian IT industry, despite its size, has failed to foster groundbreaking innovations. These are the conversations that could genuinely elevate India’s global standing—not glorifying overwork. What’s troubling is how much undue importance figures like Murthy receive on social media. At the same time, the real struggles of employees—job insecurity, poor work-life balance, and stagnation—are ignored. Suppose Murthy genuinely wants to make a difference. In that case, he should advocate for fair compensation aligned with the quality of work and better employee rating systems. That would be a far more meaningful contribution than a tone-deaf call for overwork disguised as patriotism. #WorkLifeBalance #ITProfessionals #FairCompensation #70HourWorkWeek

70-𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞? 𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗠𝗨𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗬’𝗦 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗠 𝗩𝗦. 𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗡 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞-𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘 𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 Infosys founder Narayana Murthy suggests a 70-hour work week as the golden ticket to success. While I respect his dedication, let's get real – not everyone wants to live at their desk. Work-life balance isn't just a buzzword; it's essential for mental and physical well-being. Mr. Murthy, if working 70 hours a week makes you happy, more power to you! But why impose your preferences on everyone else? This is a democracy, not a dictatorship. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝘀𝘆𝘀 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 70 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 35? 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀' 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 2014 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 ₹25𝗞, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁? 𝗜𝗻 2024, 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆'𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 ₹30𝗞. 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵? 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲. 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗰 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. #WorkLifeBalance #FairPay #EmployeeWellbeing #Infosys #NarayanaMurthy #Culture #Toxic #Employee #HR #India #Salary #Jobs