In a story that has stirred emotion and sparked outrage on LinkedIn, a young software engineer from Bengaluru has quit his job after enduring persistent humiliation, mental distress, and a complete lack of support at work—not due to underperformance, but emotional burnout.
The viral post, shared by another LinkedIn user, outlines a hostile environment devoid of onboarding or structure, where asking questions meant risking public embarrassment. “I cried on a G-Meet because I asked for clarity on a project. That’s how bad it got,” the techie reportedly revealed.
The manager, as described, gaslighted concerns, made late-night calls, and delivered a toxic farewell:
“Good luck finding another job. Let’s see how long you last there.”
Team members, the post claims, had stopped hoping for praise; they just hoped not to be shamed publicly. The story highlights a deeper issue plaguing some corporate ecosystems—where leadership fails to safeguard dignity and mental health.
The LinkedIn community has responded in waves—with shock, solidarity, and urgent calls for cultural change. One user wrote, “Leadership isn’t about power, it’s about trust and safety. This is heartbreaking.” Another reflected, “Dream jobs often turn into nightmares when led by the wrong people.”
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