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Fresher’s Refusal of After-Hours Work Goes Viral as Senior Seeks Email Confirmation

The Reddit post highlights a wider conversation on boundary‑setting for juniors’ self‑protection.

Overview

  • An unnamed fresher said a senior asked for work beyond a 12 pm–9 pm IST shift.
  • The employee replied that personal commitments take priority after hours, offering availability only for emergencies.
  • The senior then requested the same message by email, which the poster viewed as potentially risky.
  • Reddit users advised insisting the senior initiate an email request, keeping screenshots, and limiting after-hours responsiveness.
  • Coverage notes growing support for firmer boundaries by younger workers, with no employer or HR response reported.