North India Statesman
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Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy: Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy has finally clarified his controversial statement of working 70 hours. On the advice to the youth to work 70 hours a week, he clarified that this is his personal opinion, he is not forcing anyone to accept it.
Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy had advised the youth in an interview some time ago that, ‘Youth should work 70 hours a week. There was a lot of controversy regarding this. People trolled him fiercely on social media. Clarifying on this, Narayan Murthy has said, ‘My intention was not to force anyone to work. Those who consider my advice as advice should introspect.
worked 70 hours a week for 40 years
Speaking to reporters at the Kilachand Memorial Lecture held in Mumbai, Narayana Murthy said, ‘I have worked more than 70 hours per week for 40 years in my career. This is my personal experience. But it does not mean that everyone should follow it, everyone should take the decision based on their own situation and needs. This is not a rule, just my experience. Every person should work according to his capacity and circumstances. It is not necessary to increase working hours, but how beneficial our work is to the society is most important.
need to introspect
Narayan Murthy further said, ‘Instead of discussing and debating on this issue, people should introspect. There is no need to discuss the advice I have given so much. Instead, think about it yourself and understand what is right for you.
