No micromanagement, no after-hours calls: Why an Indian engineer chose a UK firm
An Indian software engineer working remotely for a UK-based company has shared why he has stayed with his employer for more than five years, saying that while being paid in pounds is a nice perk, it isn't the biggest reason.
What makes a job worth staying in? Is it a bigger pay cheque, or the freedom to switch off once the workday ends? An Indian software engineer working remotely for a UK-based company has sparked a lively discussion online after saying that while being paid in pounds is a nice perk, it isn't the biggest reason he has stayed with the company for more than five years.
Instead, he says, it's the trust, flexibility and respect for employees' personal time that make all the difference. His comments have resonated with thousands of social media users, many of whom said they could relate to his experience with Indian workplaces.
'THE BIGGEST BENEFIT ISN'T THE SALARY'
Diwakar Singh, an Indian software engineer who has been working remotely for a UK-based company for over five years, shared his experience in a video posted on Instagram.
The video began on a personal note, with Singh revealing that it was his birthday and that his company had given him the day off. He then went on to explain what he values most about his workplace.
While he acknowledged that earning in pounds is financially rewarding, he said that the real advantage lies elsewhere.
"The biggest benefit isn't getting paid in pounds. It's the trust," he wrote alongside the video.
'NO ONE CALLS AFTER WORK'
According to Singh, his company offers flexible working hours, allowing employees to complete their work at a time that suits them, as long as the job gets done.
He also highlighted that the team is small and meetings are kept to a minimum. Instead of spending hours in discussions, the team generally has just one meeting a week, lasting around 30 minutes.
However, what stands out the most for him is the company's approach to work-life balance.
He said that once working hours are over, employees are not expected to answer calls or continue working. Managers and senior leaders actively discourage working beyond office hours and encourage employees to enjoy their personal lives.
According to Singh, employees are trusted to do their work without constant monitoring, unnecessary meetings or micromanagement.
“This is something I really miss in the Indian work culture. That's one of the biggest reasons I have no desire to move back to an Indian workplace,” he said in the end.
SOCIAL MEDIA USERS RELATE TO THE EXPERIENCE
The video struck a chord with many viewers. One Instagram user asked, "Can you tell me how did get into this company.”
Another user pointed to a wider issue, writing that many skilled Indians choose to work for foreign companies because of a better work-life balance and healthier workplace cultures.
A DEBATE THAT GOES BEYOND SALARY
Singh's video has once again brought the conversation around workplace culture into the spotlight. While salary continues to be an important factor in choosing a job, many professionals today are also placing equal importance on flexibility, mental well-being and the ability to disconnect after work.
As companies compete to attract and retain skilled talent, the discussion sparked by Singh's video serves as a reminder that compensation is only one part of the equation. For many employees, being trusted, respected and allowed to maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life may ultimately matter just as much, if not more, than the size of the pay packet.
What makes a job worth staying in? Is it a bigger pay cheque, or the freedom to switch off once the workday ends? An Indian software engineer working remotely for a UK-based company has sparked a lively discussion online after saying that while being paid in pounds is a nice perk, it isn't the biggest reason he has stayed with the company for more than five years.
Instead, he says, it's the trust, flexibility and respect for employees' personal time that make all the difference. His comments have resonated with thousands of social media users, many of whom said they could relate to his experience with Indian workplaces.
'THE BIGGEST BENEFIT ISN'T THE SALARY'
Diwakar Singh, an Indian software engineer who has been working remotely for a UK-based company for over five years, shared his experience in a video posted on Instagram.
The video began on a personal note, with Singh revealing that it was his birthday and that his company had given him the day off. He then went on to explain what he values most about his workplace.
While he acknowledged that earning in pounds is financially rewarding, he said that the real advantage lies elsewhere.
"The biggest benefit isn't getting paid in pounds. It's the trust," he wrote alongside the video.
'NO ONE CALLS AFTER WORK'
According to Singh, his company offers flexible working hours, allowing employees to complete their work at a time that suits them, as long as the job gets done.
He also highlighted that the team is small and meetings are kept to a minimum. Instead of spending hours in discussions, the team generally has just one meeting a week, lasting around 30 minutes.
However, what stands out the most for him is the company's approach to work-life balance.
He said that once working hours are over, employees are not expected to answer calls or continue working. Managers and senior leaders actively discourage working beyond office hours and encourage employees to enjoy their personal lives.
According to Singh, employees are trusted to do their work without constant monitoring, unnecessary meetings or micromanagement.
“This is something I really miss in the Indian work culture. That's one of the biggest reasons I have no desire to move back to an Indian workplace,” he said in the end.
SOCIAL MEDIA USERS RELATE TO THE EXPERIENCE
The video struck a chord with many viewers. One Instagram user asked, "Can you tell me how did get into this company.”
Another user pointed to a wider issue, writing that many skilled Indians choose to work for foreign companies because of a better work-life balance and healthier workplace cultures.
A DEBATE THAT GOES BEYOND SALARY
Singh's video has once again brought the conversation around workplace culture into the spotlight. While salary continues to be an important factor in choosing a job, many professionals today are also placing equal importance on flexibility, mental well-being and the ability to disconnect after work.
As companies compete to attract and retain skilled talent, the discussion sparked by Singh's video serves as a reminder that compensation is only one part of the equation. For many employees, being trusted, respected and allowed to maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life may ultimately matter just as much, if not more, than the size of the pay packet.
What makes a job worth staying in? Is it a bigger pay cheque, or the freedom to switch off once the workday ends? An Indian software engineer working remotely for a UK-based company has sparked a lively discussion online after saying that while being paid in pounds is a nice perk, it isn't the biggest reason he has stayed with the company for more than five years.
Instead, he says, it's the trust, flexibility and respect for employees' personal time that make all the difference. His comments have resonated with thousands of social media users, many of whom said they could relate to his experience with Indian workplaces.
'THE BIGGEST BENEFIT ISN'T THE SALARY'
Diwakar Singh, an Indian software engineer who has been working remotely for a UK-based company for over five years, shared his experience in a video posted on Instagram.
The video began on a personal note, with Singh revealing that it was his birthday and that his company had given him the day off. He then went on to explain what he values most about his workplace.
While he acknowledged that earning in pounds is financially rewarding, he said that the real advantage lies elsewhere.
"The biggest benefit isn't getting paid in pounds. It's the trust," he wrote alongside the video.
'NO ONE CALLS AFTER WORK'
According to Singh, his company offers flexible working hours, allowing employees to complete their work at a time that suits them, as long as the job gets done.
He also highlighted that the team is small and meetings are kept to a minimum. Instead of spending hours in discussions, the team generally has just one meeting a week, lasting around 30 minutes.
However, what stands out the most for him is the company's approach to work-life balance.
He said that once working hours are over, employees are not expected to answer calls or continue working. Managers and senior leaders actively discourage working beyond office hours and encourage employees to enjoy their personal lives.
According to Singh, employees are trusted to do their work without constant monitoring, unnecessary meetings or micromanagement.
“This is something I really miss in the Indian work culture. That's one of the biggest reasons I have no desire to move back to an Indian workplace,” he said in the end.
SOCIAL MEDIA USERS RELATE TO THE EXPERIENCE
The video struck a chord with many viewers. One Instagram user asked, "Can you tell me how did get into this company.”
Another user pointed to a wider issue, writing that many skilled Indians choose to work for foreign companies because of a better work-life balance and healthier workplace cultures.
A DEBATE THAT GOES BEYOND SALARY
Singh's video has once again brought the conversation around workplace culture into the spotlight. While salary continues to be an important factor in choosing a job, many professionals today are also placing equal importance on flexibility, mental well-being and the ability to disconnect after work.
As companies compete to attract and retain skilled talent, the discussion sparked by Singh's video serves as a reminder that compensation is only one part of the equation. For many employees, being trusted, respected and allowed to maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life may ultimately matter just as much, if not more, than the size of the pay packet.
