A startup founder has sparked widespread discussion online after revealing that a young employee left a stable office role to pursue delivery work for higher income.
Akshat Jain, founder of Seeco Wealth, said a 22-year-old employee working at his firm resigned after realising he could earn more through delivery gigs.
According to Jain, the employee believed he could make ₹35,000 to ₹40,000 per month through delivery platforms.
Founder says employee had strong potential
In a post on X, Jain said the employee showed promise and was being mentored within the company.
He said the firm had provided books, guidance and AI-related learning opportunities.
Jain also claimed the young worker could have led a department within five years.
Weekend gig became full-time choice
The founder said the employee initially began delivery work on weekends for extra income.
Later, he reportedly concluded that gig work offered better immediate earnings than his office salary and chose to resign.
Jain said he tried to explain the long-term limits of delivery work, including physical strain and slower career progression.
Internet questions low pay
The post quickly triggered sharp reactions online.
Many users argued the story reflected inadequate salaries rather than poor decision-making by the employee.
Several commenters said if delivery work paid significantly more, the office role may not have offered a sustainable income.
Others debated whether short-term cash flow or long-term skill development should take priority for young workers.
Bigger shift in job market
The discussion highlights changing attitudes among India’s youth, where gig economy platforms are increasingly competing with entry-level office jobs.
For many workers, immediate earnings and flexibility can outweigh promises of future growth.