A Gurgaon CEO’s viral post highlights a Gen Z employee’s candid leave request for a breakup recovery. Jasveer Singh of Knot Dating instantly approved the request, praising the employee’s unfiltered honesty. This incident sparked online discussion, with many commending the supportive workplace culture shift towards open conversations about mental well-being and emotional health. Representative image (AI) NEW DELHI: A Gurgaon-based entrepreneur’s post about an employee’s unusually candid leave request has gone viral after he described it as the “most honest” application he has ever received.Jasveer Singh, co-founder and CEO of Knot Dating (matrimony app), shared the email on X, saying the note reflected how Gen Z employees are more open and unfiltered about their emotions and mental well-being.“Gen Z doesn’t do filters,” Singh wrote in his post, referring to a message from an employee who sought time off to recover from a breakup.The employee’s email read: “I recently had a breakup and haven’t been able to focus on work. I need a short break. I’m working from home today, so I’d like to take leave from the 28th to the 8th.”The CEO’s post quickly gained traction online, with many users applauding both the employee’s honesty and Singh’s response. When asked if he approved the request, Singh confirmed, “Leave approved, instantly.”The comment drew praise for his supportive stance, with several users noting that such openness marked a positive shift in workplace culture where mental health and emotional well-being are discussed more openly.One user commented, “This is perfectly okay. Better yet, don’t explain what it’s for at all.” Another joked, “There are people who don’t even take that many leaves for their marriage,” to which Singh replied, “But I think breakups require more leave than marriage.”About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPak Minister Khawaja Asif Accuses Afghanistan Acting Under India’s Influence, Issues Brutal WarningDonald Trump Calls PM Modi ‘Killer’, Asim Munir a ‘Great Fighter’, Repeats India-Pak Ceasefire ClaimAmazon Launches Largest Layoff Drive Yet, Cutting 30,000 Corporate Positions to Boost EfficiencyIndia, EU Narrow Differences As Piyush Goyal Wraps High-Stakes Brussels Push For Swift Trade Deal“Even Ate The Animals’ Fodder” Prashant Kishore Slams Tejashwi After INDIA Bloc’s Bihar ManifestoOne Dead, Thousands Evacuated as Cyclone Montha Tears Through Andhra and OdishaGround Report From Supaul: Voters Reveal Poll Mood; Employment, Liquor Ban Key Issues | BiharChampion Of Global Boot-Licking? Pakistan Competes For Gold In Trump Flattery OlympicsEscalation Fears Mount As Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks End Without Conclusion In Turkey’7 Brand-New Beautiful Planes Shot Down’: Trump Repeats India-Pak Ceasefire Claim In Japan123 Photostories Pankaj Tripathi, John Abraham, Rajinikanth: Celebrities living ordinary lives will make you believe in the joy of simplicityIntermittent fasting? Study reveals skipping breakfast can cause irreversible damage to healthPremanand Ji Maharaj’s teachings on love and marriage: Quotes that inspire devotion and compassionReasons to watch SS Rajamouli and Prabhas’ ‘Baahubali- Thes Epic’ in theatres againHonouring Maa Annapurana: Why eating in silence benefits both mind and body6 world-famous dishes that started as struggle foodSeoul simmers: Protests greet Donald Trump in South KoreaFrom kaftans to coastlines: Kareena Kapoor’s vacay vibes are always on pointFrom Wednesday Addams to Maleficent: Iconic Halloween costume ideas from Hollywood movies and seriesMagnesium: 10 surprising natural sources you probably never knew about123Hot PicksCyclone MonthaBank Holiday TodayBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingDarshan Singh SahsiPrince HarryPraneeth Kumar UsiripalliAdin RossHurricane MelissaSidney CrosbyPenguin GameMLB Trade RumorsCharles HullFortnite Tips
NEW DELHI: A Gurgaon-based entrepreneur’s post about an employee’s unusually candid leave request has gone viral after he described it as the “most honest” application he has ever received.Jasveer Singh, co-founder and CEO of Knot Dating (matrimony app), shared the email on X, saying the note reflected how Gen Z employees are more open and unfiltered about their emotions and mental well-being.“Gen Z doesn’t do filters,” Singh wrote in his post, referring to a message from an employee who sought time off to recover from a breakup.The employee’s email read: “I recently had a breakup and haven’t been able to focus on work. I need a short break. I’m working from home today, so I’d like to take leave from the 28th to the 8th.”The CEO’s post quickly gained traction online, with many users applauding both the employee’s honesty and Singh’s response. When asked if he approved the request, Singh confirmed, “Leave approved, instantly.”The comment drew praise for his supportive stance, with several users noting that such openness marked a positive shift in workplace culture where mental health and emotional well-being are discussed more openly.One user commented, “This is perfectly okay. Better yet, don’t explain what it’s for at all.” Another joked, “There are people who don’t even take that many leaves for their marriage,” to which Singh replied, “But I think breakups require more leave than marriage.”
