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The Economic Times
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“One sick leave might cost you ₹1,000”: Job seeker’s HR conversation goes viral, sparking debate on leave policies

A LinkedIn post by Upasana Sarbajna describing an unusual conversation with a recruiter has triggered widespread discussion online. According to Sarbajna, she received an unexpected call from a company she chose not to name. While she acknowledged that HR outreach is common in today’s job market, she said this particular interaction stood out due to its unusual policy discussion.

Initial Conversation About Company Profile

Sarbajna noted that the first part of the call lasted around 10 minutes and focused on the company’s vision and client base. However, she said the tone changed when the discussion moved to employee benefits.

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