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Indian Gen Z Employee in London Rejects Office Work Over Costs and Stagnant Wages

Taruna Vinaykiya's viral LinkedIn post highlights the challenges of high commuting expenses, limited career growth, and outdated corporate expectations.

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Overview

  • Taruna Vinaykiya, a 25-year-old London-based professional, refuses to work from the office 4-5 days a week, citing high commuting costs and stagnant wages.
  • She argues that Gen Z faces fewer workplace benefits compared to previous generations, such as free lunches or reimbursed travel, while dealing with rising living expenses.
  • Vinaykiya criticized the corporate ladder as inaccessible due to older employees holding top positions until retirement, leaving limited opportunities for advancement.
  • She has transitioned to freelancing, stating it offers more control over her work and aligns with her priorities of flexibility and health.
  • Her LinkedIn post has resonated widely, with over 6,000 reactions and supportive comments from diverse age groups, reflecting shared frustrations with traditional work culture.