Employee Resigns Just Minutes After Receiving First Salary, Sparks Debate

Controversial Resignation Post Goes Viral

A post by an Indian HR professional on LinkedIn has ignited a heated discussion on social media. The post claims that an employee resigned just five minutes after receiving their first salary. According to the post, 'The salary was credited at 10:00 AM, and by 10:05 AM, the resignation email was sent.' The HR professional expressed surprise, noting that the company had invested hours in onboarding the employee and spent weeks training them, only for the employee to leave immediately after their salary was deposited.

The HR professional criticized this action as a lack of professional ethics, stating, 'The company welcomed you, trusted you, and provided a platform for growth. But you left as soon as your first salary hit your account. Was that fair? Was it ethical?'

They further elaborated, 'If something felt off, you could have communicated, sought help, or clarified your concerns. Leaving should be a thoughtful decision, not a convenient one. No job is 'easy.' Every role requires commitment, patience, and hard work. Your first salary does not equate to growth; growth comes from perseverance and dedication.'

The post has drawn mixed reactions on social media. Some users supported the HR perspective, while others sided with the employee. One user commented, 'When companies prioritize their employees, employees will prioritize their companies.' Another remarked, 'Ethics? Salary is paid for work done, not as a gift or in advance. If someone resigns after receiving their salary, it means they fulfilled their responsibilities for that month.'

Others raised concerns about companies terminating employees abruptly. One user questioned, 'How is it fair to dismiss employees mid-month without notice or explanation?'