Is This Fair.. or Just Normalized?
A friend of mine resigned from a large MNC and started serving a 3-month notice period.
She asked for early release because she had another offer. First, she was told yes. Then the date kept moving. Finally, it was reduced by just 2 weeks, citing “policy.”
What made it harder? The same manager had earlier released others within 30 days, no questions asked.
During her notice period: She had an ankle injury and was advised bed rest + physiotherapy. She was asked to give KT for an app she barely worked on, 2 years ago. US team members refused KT, saying they were busy. Meetings were scheduled outside Indian work hours.
She clearly said: “I’ll support during office hours. I can’t skip medical treatment.”
The response? Pressure to attend calls late at night A harsh phone call A subtle threat.. your release date can be pushed back
She didn’t refuse work..She only refused to normalize out-of-hours work, especially during a notice period and medical recovery.
So I’m Curious: Is this fair management or misuse of authority? Should offshore teams always adjust, no matter the cost? Is setting boundaries “unprofessional”.. or overdue? Why are policies flexible for some, but strict for others?
Corporate environment is never fair. This behaviour may not be common but certainly not rare.
Unless there is very good terms with the manager most do not give early release. Especially when they know you are joining another company.
In my own case, when I quit Genpact, I asked for an early release and they denied it. When I pressured, my manager suddenly started asking the HR if the "90 day" notice period is " 90 working days" or total "90 days". I realised the game they were playing and just kept quiet for the next 3 month. My LWD was on Monday, the asshole manager came fwd and released me on Friday. When the F&F came i realised, they had deducted pay for 3 days citing early release.
Most managers, especially the mid level people are chindi chor.
