A 24-year-old woman recently shared her exhausting work experience at one of India’s top AUM companies on Reddit, revealing the mental and emotional toll of long hours and toxic management. According to her post, she has been working 14-hour days, often including weekends, yet her on-site lead continues to demand responses at all hours.
“My lead expects me to reply at 2:45 AM after a 14-hour day — I’m done,” she wrote. She explained that despite being asleep when messaged, her lead complained to her offshore superior, leaving her feeling forced to apologize.
Complaints Go Unheeded, Mental Health Suffers
The woman revealed that she had previously raised complaints, but nothing changed due to the lead’s influential position. “I’m mentally drained, constantly anxious, and honestly questioning why I’m still doing this,” she said. She added that her manager has been unhelpful, agreeing with her lead without addressing her concerns.
The Reddit post highlights a growing concern about workplace culture, particularly in high-pressure corporate environments where expectations blur personal boundaries. “I used to enjoy my work, but now I dread even opening my laptop,” she said, expressing uncertainty about whether to leave or continue until finding another opportunity.
Advice and Solidarity From Reddit Users
Many Reddit users responded with support, sharing similar experiences of burnout, toxic leadership, and lack of managerial support. The post has sparked discussions about mental health, employee rights, and the importance of work-life balance in demanding industries.
“I’m not sure if I should just walk away or try to survive a few more months until I find something better — but this job is destroying my peace,” she concluded, striking a chord with professionals across sectors.
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