Yes ma’amA salon home service startup has sparked controversy after an alleged HR email went viral. The email claimed the company had surveyed its employees about workplace stress — and then fired those who admitted to being stressed. Irony is not over on the internet.
An email from Yes Madam’s HR team reportedly said the company asked employees about their stress levels at work. However, those who said they felt “significant stress” were fired. While the intention may have been to improve the work environment, the decision caused confusion and many people found it strange. Although Yes Madam has yet to comment on the situation, the move has drawn criticism on social media and spawned memes.
The email said “Dear Team,
Recently, we conducted a survey to understand your feelings about stress at work. Many of you expressed your concerns, which we deeply appreciate and respect. As a company committed to fostering a healthy and supportive work environment, we have considered feedback. To ensure that no one suffers from stress at work, we have made the difficult decision to part with employees who have identified significant stress.
Was it an attempt to relieve stress or just a weird way to fire employees? Social media had plenty to say, with reactions ranging from disbelief to memes poking fun at how this could be a “stress-free” way to run an office. The truth behind the email remains unclear, but it has certainly started a conversation about how companies deal with stress at work.
Do you think firing stressed employees is the right way to go?
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So, is it a real one? HR errora misinterpreted action, or just a joke gone viral? For now, everyone is talking — and probably rethinking their answers to workplace surveys!
Workplace anxiety is linked to increased health problems among employees.