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A post by an HR professional from India on LinkedIn has ignited a heated discussion on social media. The post claims that an employee resigned just five minutes after receiving their first salary. According to the post, 'The salary was credited at 10:00 AM, and the resignation email arrived at 10:05 AM.' The HR professional noted that the company invested hours in onboarding this employee and spent weeks training them, only for the employee to leave as soon as their salary was deposited.

The HR professional criticized this act as a lack of professional ethics, stating, 'The company welcomed you, trusted you, and provided a platform for growth. But you left the company as soon as your first salary hit your account. Was that fair? Was that ethical?'

They further added, 'If something felt off, you could have communicated, sought help, or clarified your doubts. Leaving should have been a thoughtful decision, not a convenient one. No job is 'easy.' Every role requires commitment, patience, and hard work. Your first salary does not equate to growth; growth comes from perseverance and dedication.'

The post has garnered mixed reactions on social media. Some users supported the HR perspective, while others sided with the employee. One user commented, 'When companies prioritize their employees, employees will also prioritize their companies.' Another remarked, 'Ethics? Salary is paid for work done, not as a gift or in advance. If someone resigns after receiving their salary, it means they fulfilled their responsibilities for that month.'

Others raised concerns about companies terminating employees abruptly. One user questioned, 'How is it right to dismiss employees in the middle of the month without notice or explanation?'