Devoting yourself entirely to work often leads to burnout and disappointment, as professional validation rarely fulfills our emotional needs.
While Indian startups are becoming more culture-focused, traditional Indian corporations lag behind in workplace values compared to some international counterparts.
Embracing the Independent Contributor model offers a refreshing perspective on work, focusing on project management over traditional organizational hierarchy.
Transparency, context, and communication are key to successful asynchronous work strategies that empower teams to work autonomously and efficiently.
The author argues that the pandemic has shifted work cultures towards prioritizing individual wellbeing and flexibility, leading to increased engagement and productivity.