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<ul><li>The <keyword id="22511807" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Google-Pixel-9-Pro-XL" source="Orion">Google Pixel 9 Pro XL</keyword> is the latest flagship offering from Google.</li><li>The device is priced starting at ₹1,24,999 and is available in two variants.</li><li>Here’s my review of the Pixel 9 Pro XL that will help you decide if you should buy the device.</li></ul>Google launched the Pixel 9 series, consisting of the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and the Pixel 9 Pro XL, the company’s flagship smartphones a few months ago. This time around, Google launched three devices unlike last year Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones.<br /><br />The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the successor of the Pixel 8 Pro, offering a similar size and features. This year’s Pixel 9 Pro offers flagship hardware while offering a smaller display and battery. With the three devices, Google is offering a similar line-up to Samsung and Apple.<br /><br />I have been using the Pixel 9 Pro XL for a few weeks now, and here’s my detailed review of the latest smartphone from Google.<br /><br /><h2><keyword id="22405856" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Google-Pixel-9-Pro-XL-price" source="Orion">Google Pixel 9 Pro XL price</keyword> and availability</h2>The Pixel 8 Pro has been priced at ₹1,06,999 for the 128GB variant and ₹1,13,999 for the 256GB variant. It comes in Blue, Beige and Obsidian colour options and is available from Flipkart.<br /><br /><h2>In the box</h2><ul><li>Pixel 9 Pro XL smartphone</li><li>USB Type-C cable</li><li>SIM ejector tool</li><li>Documentation</li></ul><h2>Pixel 9 Pro XL specifications</h2><br /><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Particulars<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Specifications<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Display<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">6.8-inch Quad HD+ LTPO OLED<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Refresh rate<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">120Hz<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Protection<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Chipset<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Google Tensor G4<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Variants<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">16GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Rear camera<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">50MP + 48MP + 48MP<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Selfie camera<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">42MP<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Battery<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">5,060mAh<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Charging<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">37W<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Wireless charging<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">23W<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Fingerprint sensor<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">In-display fingerprint sensor<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Weight<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">221 grams<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Water resistance<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">IP68<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><h2>Pixel 9 Pro XL pros and cons</h2><h3>Pros</h3><ul><li>Software and performance<br /></li><li>Camera<br /></li></ul><h3>Cons</h3><ul><li>Price <br /></li></ul><h2>Design and display</h2>Google has overhauled the design of the Pixel 9 Pro XL, making major changes to the design when compared to the Pixel 8 Pro. The search giant has opted for a flat display, flat sides and a revamped camera module.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Back 2" msid="115487059" hostid="261" sizebytes="64462" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Pixel 9 Pro XL rear design&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The device comes in Hazel, Porcelain, Rose Quartz, and Obsidian colour options. I tested the Rose Quartz colour variant of the device.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="right side" msid="115487089" hostid="261" sizebytes="52702" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Rounded corners on the Pixel 9 Pro XL&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The device comes with flat sides, with rounded corners for its aluminium frame, that give it a premium feel while holding. At first look, you may get an iPhone-like look, with people even mistaking it for an iPhone during my usage, but this clears up immediately after looking at the pill-shaped camera module.<br /><br />The aluminium frame comes with a glossy finish and is slightly slippery. The aluminium frame also attracts dust fingerprint smudges easily. For these reasons, it might be a good idea to use the device with a case.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Camera" msid="115487108" hostid="261" sizebytes="28950" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The pill-shaped camera module&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />It comes with a large pill-shaped camera module that houses the triple camera setup, a temperature sensor and the LED flash. Apart from the camera module, the device comes with Google’s logo at the back.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Right" msid="115487125" hostid="261" sizebytes="62716" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Power button and volume rockers on the right&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The power button and the volume rockers are placed on the right side. Unlike a lot of other devices, the Pixel 9 Pro XL continues to place the power button on top and the volume rockers below it.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Bottom" msid="115487162" hostid="261" sizebytes="47264" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Ports at the bottom&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />At the bottom, you get the speaker grille, a USB Type-C port, a microphone and the SIM tray.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="IMG20240818172922" msid="115487276" hostid="261" sizebytes="46502" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Pixel 9 Pro XL top&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />At the top, you get the mmWave antenna cover and a microphone.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Ch" msid="115487285" hostid="261" sizebytes="30756" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Made in China text on the Pixel 9 Pro XL&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />On the left, apart from antenna lines, the device comes with “Made in China” written for some reason.<br /><br />Coming to the display, the Pixel 9 Pro XL comes equipped with a large 6.8-inch Quad HD+ LTPO OLED display with a 1-120Hz refresh rate, up to 3,000 nits brightness and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Display" msid="115487313" hostid="261" sizebytes="72596" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Pixel 9 Pro XL display&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The device sports a good display, which offers accurate colours and offers good visibility, even in direct sunlight. The display is excellent, with the high refresh rate offering a good experience while gaming and watching content.<br /><br /><h2>Software and performance</h2>The Pixel 9 Pro XL runs on Android 14 out of the box and is promised to get seven years of Android updates and security patches. The software is the highlight of the Pixel lineup and the Pixel 9 Pro XL is no different. The device offers an Android experience as imagined by Google, the operating system maker.<br /><br />As expected, the device comes loaded with AI features in the form of Gemini. To enable users to make the most out of the AI features, Google is offering a one-year premium subscription to Pixel 9 Pro XL users, giving them access to Gemini Advanced, 2TB of Google Drive storage and more.<br /><br />The device comes pre-installed with Pixel Studio, a new GenAI image generation app from Google, allowing users to generate images easily on the go.<br /><br />You also get access to Gemini Live, a live-chat version of Gemini, which allows for voice-enabled interactions.<br /><br />In what might excite most photography enthusiasts like myself, the device also comes with a more powerful Magic Editor, giving access to a ton of new tools.<br /><br />Talking about AI and photography, the new Add Me feature is excellent, especially for those who often end up being the ones to take group pictures and regret not being in them. The new Add Me feature allows you to take a group picture and then hand your phone to your friend and then join the group for another picture, then using AI to blend them into one image to make the perfect group picture.<br /><br />I used this feature during one of my trips and found it to be quite useful. Once you get the hang of it and remember to stand in the correct place, it works quite well.<br /><br />The Pixel 9 Pro XL is powered by the Google Tensor G4 chipset built on Samsung’s 4nm process. It comes with 16GB of RAM and offers up to 512GB of internal storage.<br /><br />If you are hoping for a drastic performance improvement compared to the predecessor, you might be disappointed. It offers an incremental improvement in performance but can easily handle everything that you throw at it.<br /><br />One area the chipset and the device has improved a lot over the Pixel 8 Pro is thermal management and proper connectivity. These were some of my biggest issues with the last-gen devices and Google has made a significant improvement in this aspect.<br /><br />The Pixel 9 Pro XL is powered by a 5,060mAh battery with 37W wired and 23W wireless charging support. The device offers a day’s battery life with normal usage.<br /><br /><h2>Camera</h2>The camera is the strongest selling point of Pixel smartphones, and unsurprisingly, the Pixel 9 Pro XL excels in this regard.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Rear cam" msid="115487382" hostid="261" sizebytes="53002" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Pixel 9 Pro XL rear camera&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />Coming to the camera department, the Pixel 9 Pro XL features a triple camera setup at the back, consisting of a 50MP primary camera with Samsung GN2 sensor with OIS, a 48MP ultra-wide-angle camera with Sony IMX858 sensor and a 48MP 5X telephoto camera with Sony IMX858 sensor with up to 30x digital zoom.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="PXL_20240818_123753737" msid="115487547" hostid="261" sizebytes="186394" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Image captured while moving&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The smartphone supports zero shutter lag, which means it captures photos at the same moment you tap on the shutter button. This is very handy when trying to capture moving subjects, especially kids and pets.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="PXL_20240818_124521580" msid="115487564" hostid="261" sizebytes="84032" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Image captured in natural lighting&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The smartphone’s daylight camera performance was excellent, with accurate colour reproduction, dynamic range, and well-defined details. The portrait mode is excellent in both daylight and indoor conditions.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="n" msid="115487621" hostid="261" sizebytes="147076" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Image captured using night mode&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div><br />The Pixel 9 Pro XL also performs excellently in low-light and night conditions, capturing well-detailed, colour-accurate photos despite the challenging lighting conditions. The images turned out to be sharp and clear, with adequate details and minimal noise.<br /><br />On the front, the Pixel 9 Pro XL features a 42MP selfie camera. The front camera can easily capture good selfies in normal lighting and low light conditions.<br /><br /><h2>Verdict</h2>The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the best device in the current Pixel lineup and one of the best Android smartphones out there. The device offers an excellent user experience, a premium design and good cameras. It offers good performance and ample storage, ticking off a lot of the boxes.<br /><br />At the same time, the Pixel 9 Pro XL commands a premium price and while enthusiasts may like the stock Android experience, the lack of customisation may not be everyone’s cup of tea. If you are looking for a stock Android experience with powerful hardware and are willing to pay a premium, the Pixel 9 Pro XL is an excellent option.<br /><br /><em>Disclaimer: The content on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a purchasing guide or recommendation. 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<keyword id="19902762" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Google" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Google" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Google">Google</keyword> laid off thousands of employees in 2023 and many found their lives turned upside down with just an email notification. After all, when you have given your heart and soul to an organisation, it is never easy accepting the fact that you are being asked to leave at a moment’s notice. The situation becomes even more complicated when you have been with the company for more than a decade. <br /><br />Something similar happened with <keyword id="23300967" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Nicholas-Whitaker" source="keywords">Nicholas Whitaker</keyword>, who had been working with the company since 2010 and found out about his <keyword id="20118388" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="layoff" source="keywords">layoff</keyword> abruptly. <br /><br /><h2>The 3 am email bringing bad news</h2>“My layoff experience was traumatic. I got an email at 3 am to my personal email, that I only found because a colleague pinged me on Linkedin in the DMs to ask if I was ‘Ok’ and if I was ‘safe’,” Whitaker told <keyword id="21390875" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Business-Insider-India" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Business Insider India" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Business Insider India">Business Insider India</keyword> in a conversation. <br /><br />He added that when his colleague enquired about his safety, he thought it was a “shooting or some natural disaster.” In other words, he didn’t even imagine that he was being laid off from Google.<br /><br />He then revealed that when he checked his work email, he discovered that he was locked out of his laptop and phone. He then checked his personal email and there it was, the “short and impersonal email” that told him that his role at Google was being eliminated.<br /><br /><h2>The layoff process was uncomfortable</h2>When Google announced large-scale layoffs last year, the company made a lot of headlines for handling them in an unprofessional manner. In March 2023, several Google employees had even written an open letter to Google CEO Sundar Pichai, asking him to deal with layoffs in a better manner. <br /><br />Whitaker, narrating his own experience, shared with Business Insider India that after receiving the dreadful layoff email at 3 am, he spent the next few months completing formalities to get his payments that were due.<br /><br />He said, “It took all of the next several months for me to mail back my laptop, badge and any gear that I had that was Google property. (I also had to) navigate unemployment, health insurance and get all of the documentation I had to submit to "self Offboard" and to receive payments that I was supposed to get.”<br /><br />“Along the way there were multiple errors and miscommunications from the team that made it all even more uncomfortable,” he said.<br /><br />Whitaker also noted a complete lack of communication and empathy from his old team at Google. <br /><br />“I got a single text message from my prior manager asking how I was doing a few days after I was laid off, but otherwise no one reached out to check on me or offer assistance from my old team. Overall I found the process to be brutally impersonal and inhumane,” he said.<br /><br /><h2>Experience at Google</h2>But was Google always “inhumane” in his experience? Not really. There were some amazing days too and Google, according to Whitaker, was a different company when he had joined.<br /><br />“My initial experience working at Google was like it was a completely different company. I started as a temp, contractor and then a vendor for Google back in 2010, and at the time I think it was something like 40,000 employees. It had a real startup feel to it. Teams were agile and collaborative, and there was a lot of room for growth. It may have been specific to my team and org, but it felt like you had a lot more room for experimentation and autonomy to make decisions, and failure wasn't seen as a bad thing, but a necessary part of innovation,” he said. <br /><br />Whitaker also said that a “class system” was there at Google, especially since he was a TVC (Temporary, Vendor and Contractor).<br /><br />“As a TVC you wouldn't be included in many of the activities and learning opportunities that full time employees had, and didn't get invited to extracurricular activities. There was a real bias towards culture at the time, and words like Don't be Evil, and be Googly were often used.”<br /><br />However, in general, he added that the atmosphere was positive and full of possibilities. “Colleagues generally were very supportive, collaborative and encouraging to work with. I was excited as this was my first time working in big tech, or Corporate America and I saw that period of time as a real coming of age for me. I learned how to be a professional at Google and appreciated all of the early guidance and support that I got from colleagues and leaders.”<br /><br /><h2>Helping others</h2>It has now been over a year since Whitaker was laid off. He now has his own venture and helps other people navigate their careers.<br /><br />Talking about what motivated him to kick-start his own venture, he said, “After 13 years in big tech, the last few years in particular being particularly difficult due to toxic teams and leaders, I didn't want to jump right back into that kind of experience again. A year before getting laid off, I had experienced a bad <keyword id="19956983" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="mental-health" source="keywords">mental health</keyword> crisis that was the result of workplace bullying, gaslighting and toxic leadership. <br /><br />"I wanted to help others avoid and recover from similar situations and create a community where people can find mutual support and coaching on how to best navigate their careers in a conscious way. My severance after working so long at Google allowed me to fund the launch of my coaching business, and eventually ‘changingwork.org’."<br /><br /><keyword id="23300968" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Changing-Work" source="keywords">Changing Work</keyword>, Whitaker explained, is his way of addressing a deep need in corporate life — helping people rediscover their sense of purpose and alignment in their careers and finding ways to build more conscious leaders and businesses.<br /><br />He added, “What makes this so transformative for me personally is that it allowed me to step into a role where I could integrate all the lessons from my own career—especially the parts that were hardest for me. During my time at Google, I saw firsthand how high-pressure environments can lead to burnout, anxiety, and a disconnect from our true selves.”<br /><br />The recent tragic death of a young CA at Ernst &amp; Young (EY) employee in India has turned the spotlight on toxic work cultures prevalent in many high-pressure industries. Broader debates on burnout, mental health struggles, and unrealistic expectations in corporate environments in the workplace have occupied social media platforms. This incident serves as a painful reminder that companies must prioritize <keyword id="21050364" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="employee-well-being" source="keywords">employee well-being</keyword> and mental health to foster sustainable, humane workplaces. And makes the work that people like Whitaker are doing all the more important.<br /><br />“I’ve spoken publicly about how mindfulness practice, coaching and therapy literally saved my life during some of my darkest times at Google. Changing Work is the culmination of that journey. It’s not just about helping others find balance and fulfillment—it’s about creating a space where I can live those values every day,” he concludes.<br />

Fired from Google after 13 years of service, he used his severance to build a business around helping others with their careers

<ul><li><keyword id="24404609" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="NUUK-Ren-Beam-mattress-vacuum" source="keywords">NUUK Ren Beam mattress vacuum</keyword> cleaner has been launched in India.</li><li>The device has been priced at ₹7,999 and is available from Amazon.</li><li>Here’s my review of the compact mattress vacuum cleaner from NUUK.</li></ul> It’s important to keep your mattress clean to get a good night’s sleep and remain healthy. We diligently clean our homes, but often overlook a crucial aspect – our mattresses. Dust mites, bacteria, and allergens accumulate over time, affecting our sleep quality and health.<br /><br />This is where the <keyword id="24404613" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="NUUK-Ren-Beam" source="Orion">NUUK Ren Beam</keyword> <keyword id="24404610" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="mattress-cleaner" source="keywords">mattress cleaner</keyword> comes in, promising a deep clean and a healthier sleep environment.<br /><br />I have been using the NUUK Ren Beam for a few weeks now and here is my detailed review to help you decide whether you should buy the device.<br /><br /><h2>NUUK Ren Beam price and availability</h2>The NUUK Ren Beam is priced at ₹7,999 and is available from the company’s website and Amazon India.<br /><br /><h3>In the box</h3><br /><ul><li>NUUK Ren Beam<br /></li><li>Cable organiser<br /></li><li>Cleaning brush<br /></li><li>Documentation<br /></li></ul><h3>NUUK Ren Beam pros and cons</h3><br /><strong>Pros</strong><br /><br /><ul><li>Performance</li><li>Compact design<br /></li></ul><strong>Cons</strong><br /><br /><ul><li>No cordless option<br /></li></ul><h2>Design</h2>The Ren Beam features a lightweight design, allowing easy manoeuvrability and convenient cleaning of all mattress types and sizes. Its ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable grip, making it easy to use across different surfaces.<br /><br />The durable plastic build feels robust while remaining lightweight, perfect for extended cleaning sessions.<br /><br />It features an easy to understand display that provides real-time information about the cleaning process, including dust levels, filter status and more.<br /><br />The device comes with a 13 feet cord, allowing you to easily clean your mattress, without worrying about the cable length.<br /><br />It features three smooth glide rollers that enable you to easily roll the device<br /><br /><h2>Features and performance</h2>The NUUK Ren Beam uses vibrations, ultrasonic waves, hot air and UV-C light to clean the mattress. The Ren Beam vibrates at 10,500 beats per minute to shake up dust mites on the mattress.<br /><br />The strong suction motor efficiently removes dust, hair, and other debris lodged deep in mattresses, sofas, and carpets. It also works well on curtain folds and pet beds. The built-in sensor automatically detects dust levels and adjusts the suction power accordingly, ensuring efficient cleaning without the need for manual adjustments.<br /><br />The ultrasonic waves at 50,000Hz then dislodge the dust mites and debris from the mattress.<br /><br />The standout feature of the NUUK Ren Beam is its UV-C sterilization technology, which targets bacteria, viruses, and mites that are often invisible to the naked eye. This feature makes it particularly useful for households with allergy sufferers or children.<br /><br />The NUUK Ren Beam integrates a 7-stage filtration system, including steel and HEPA filters, which are crucial for trapping the smallest particles. This ensures that not only is your mattress clean, but the air quality around you remains high as well. The HEPA filter captures fine particles and allergens, preventing them from recirculating in the air.<br /><br /><h2>Verdict</h2>The NUUK Ren Beam is a powerful and effective mattress cleaner that delivers on its promise of a deep clean and healthier sleep environment. It is a good device to have at your home, allowing you to easily clean your mattresses and sofa sets.<br /><br /><strong>SEE ALSO:<br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/haier-probot-dtx-review/articleshow/114380900.cms">Haier PROBOT DTX smart robot vacuum cleaner review</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/dreame-h12-core-review-a-reliable-wet-and-dry-vacuum-cleaner/articleshow/106578317.cms">Dreame H12 Core review – A reliable wet and dry vacuum cleaner</a><br /><br /></strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/dell-latitude-7455-review/articleshow/115848535.cms"><strong>Dell Latitude 7455 review – powerful laptop with a compact form factor</strong></a><br />

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>Karen Goracke is the CEO of the jewelry store Borsheims, a Berkshire Hathaway subsidiary.</li><li>Goracke worked her way up from the store room, and Warren Buffett interviewed her for CEO.</li></ul><p><em>This as-told-to essay is based on a transcribed conversation with Karen Goracke, CEO and President of Borsheims, about her career and working with Warren Buffett. It has been edited for length and clarity.</em></p><p>I started working as a sales associate for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/borsheims-warren-buffett-berkshire-hathaway-jewelry-pandemic-inflation-karen-goracke-2022-5">Borsheims</a>, a jewelry store in Omaha, in 1988 straight out of college. It seemed like a glamorous place to work. It was a big company run like a small family business. There was no inventory, and our accounting practices weren't great.</p><p>One year later, in 1989, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway <a target="_blank" href="https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/letters/1989.html">acquired Borsheims</a> from the family that owned it.</p><p>Berkshire Hathaway likes to buy successful companies. When they acquired Borsheims, they were pretty hands-off about the daily running of the company, with one caveat: We should have a controlled inventory system.</p><h2 id="b468e11b-6d89-449b-9b90-988ec80d6c40"><strong>I was promoted</strong></h2><p>Even though I was young, they put me in charge of the inventory project. There were 100,000 pieces of inventory. I went through each item one by one to create a data entry. I'd handwrite a tag for it, put the tag on the item, and put it back in its case. I often had to ask the former owners how much some pieces cost because a lot of them had been bought in cash.</p><p>Eventually they gave me a team to help out. It took us a few years, but we got everything in a system, and had data we could use. I shared the data with the buying team, telling them where they were making money and where they had too much stock.</p><p>I knew Warren Buffett knew what I did because he wrote notes about the inventory saying it was looking good or needed improvement.</p><p>They offered me a job as a watch buyer, which I took in 1996. I wasn't the best salesperson or the most well-connected, but I really understood the mechanics of the business. I used to joke that I had tried on every piece of inventory in the store.</p><p>I'd grown up in Omaha and attended a small state college in Nebraska. As a buyer, I traveled to Switzerland, New York, and Las Vegas and learned more about the business.</p><h2 id="a5295f44-ee7d-4d4e-8192-ee801efceba9"><strong>I left and came back</strong></h2><p>At that point, I had two kids with my lawyer husband. He was becoming a partner, and it got chaotic at home. I'd been working for a decade and decided to take a career break. We had a third child, and I stayed at home for six years. I maintained my connection with the store, sometimes coming in with the kids.</p><p>Five years after I left, Borsheims called me to ask me if I would consider coming back. I waited until my third child was in preschool, and then returned as a jewelry buyer. It was a bigger department than watches, and a step up. I loved my job.</p><h2 id="74eda6b3-319b-42f4-bd24-aaabc936f5a0"><strong>I was interviewed by Warren Buffett</strong></h2><p>Over the next decade, I worked my way up to the executive team as director of merchandise. When our CEO was planning to leave for a new role, she asked me if I would apply to become CEO. I nearly fell off my chair. I'd never managed more than five people, and it wasn't on my radar.</p><p>I was asked to interview with Warren Buffet.</p><p>We're both from Omaha, which can feel like a small town. I met him briefly over the years when he came into the store and to fundraisers in Omaha<strong>.</strong></p><p>Before the interview, I was so nervous my hands were shaking. We talked about what I thought of the business and its strengths and weaknesses at a high level. He then offered me a job right there. We didn't talk about salary or anything.</p><p>I walked about thinking: "I'm not even sure what happened," but it was exciting. I'm still very humbled, and I pinch myself sometimes.</p><h2 id="6a12044c-22b9-41e6-9c66-4cf251f5e268"><strong>I don't get nervous with Warren Buffett</strong></h2><p>The first time I had a one-on-one with Warren Buffet, I was probably terrified. But he's so charming, funny, and informative. I'm never nervous with him now.</p><p>He visits the store several times a year and usually tells me ahead of time, but not always. Once, I was helping a customer pick out some jewelry, and he walked into the store and started asking questions about inventory. I had to ask the customer to excuse me. She had no idea Warren Buffett was standing next to her.</p><p>I'm a very curious person. He teases me about asking lots of questions, but I think, "I'm sitting with probably the smartest person in the world. Why wouldn't I ask him about everything from the business to our local community to sports?" </p><p>We talk about different things going on across industries, such as insurance or energy.</p><p>The greatest perk of my life has been having uninterrupted time with Warren when I'm comfortable enough to have off-the-wall conversations about anything, from soda to football. It's been a joy.</p><p>He's so supportive and kind. It's like talking to your coworker. I also try to be very respectful, and I don't contact him more than a couple of times a year. He is 94.</p><h2 id="ec427ea8-7b64-4f06-ab81-e5bcb63836cf"><strong>He advised me to focus on what I'm good at</strong></h2><p>One of the things Warren has helped me focus on is celebrating our successes. He hones in on diving into things you are good at to make it better. He reminds me to focus on what I'm good at.</p><p>As a buyer, I was good at understanding the appropriate amount of money to spend, our inventory level, and how that drives the business for the company. Buying drives successful salespeople and happy customers. </p><p>Now, what I'm best at is understanding what that looks like at a high level.</p><p>Warren calls Berkshire Hathaway's CEOs his managers. He wants to empower us to do what we think is best. I see him as a confidence booster.</p><p>I also have a network of Berkshire Hathaway businesses I can call for advice. That's a blessing.</p><p>Warren is a huge reader. I've tried to take that from him and read huge amounts of articles and publications. Knowledge is power.</p><p><em>If you have worked with a well-known business person and would like to share your story, email </em><a target="_blank" href="mailto:ehopkins@businessinsider.com"><em>ehopkins@businessinsider.com</em></a><em>.</em></p>

I work with Warren Buffett. He's probably the smartest person in the world — here's the best advice he's given me.

<ul><li><keyword id="20229489" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="robot-vacuum-cleaners" source="keywords">Robot Vacuum Cleaners</keyword> provide a hassle-free solution for home cleaning</li><li>You can control these vacuum cleaners remotely with their dedicated applications</li><li>They provide cleaning and mopping solutions for a wholesome cleaning experience</li></ul>Gone are the days when we dreaded our house help not showing up and helping us clean our homes. Courtesy of new age technology to our rescue, particularly robot vacuum cleaners. A phenomenon that started as a stepping stone for the ‘smart home’ revolution, it is now particularly mainstream.<br /><br />With many products in the market, the question isn’t whether these robots are a viable solution, but which of these are the <keyword id="13203350" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="best-robot-vacuum-cleaners" source="Orion">best robot vacuum cleaners</keyword>? So if you are in a pickle, don’t look further than these top robot vacuum cleaners for your home. <br /><br /><h2>Best Robot Vacuum cleaner in India - Our top picks</h2><br /><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none;" class="redcator-table-advance"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#000000;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Robot vacuum cleaner<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#000000;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Price<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">EUREKA FORBES Robo Vac N Mop NUO Robotic Cleaner<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹ 15,999<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">irobot Roomba i7158 Robotic Floor Cleaner<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹ 39,990<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Cleaner 2Pro<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹ 29,999<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Haier Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Wet Mopping<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹ 14,990<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Mi Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Cleaner S10<br /><br /></td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">₹ 25,649<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody><tbody></tbody></table><br /><h2>EUREKA FORBES Robo Vac N Mop NUO Robotic Cleaner</h2>The EUREKA FORBES Robo Vac N Mop NUO Robotic vacuum cleaner features advanced NextGen Gyro 2.0 Navigation for precise movement and efficient cleaning. It offers 3S Mopping technology for thorough floor maintenance. Its compact and slim design makes it easy to navigate under furniture and in tight spaces. The PetPro feature is specifically designed to handle pet hair and dander, making it an ideal choice for pet owners. This vacuum cleaner is perfect for Indian floor types, ensuring effective cleaning on a variety of surfaces. Additionally, it can be controlled via a smart app with WiFi connectivity, offering convenience and ease of use. The sleek black design adds a touch of elegance to your home cleaning equipment. Priced at ₹15,999 it is a solid option for all. <br /><br /><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; table-layout: fixed; width: 468pt;" class="redcator-table-advance"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Pros<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Cons<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Strong navigation system <br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Limited battery life <br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Can handle pet hair<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Can work on a variety of surfaces<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><br /></td></tr></tbody><tbody></tbody></table>Check: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/insider-reviews/buy-vacuum-cleaners-under-10000-at-best-prices-in-india/articleshow/110395524.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink"><strong>Best vacuum cleaners for your home</strong></a><br /><h2>irobot Roomba i7158 Robotic Floor Cleaner</h2>The Roomba® i7 robot vacuum features a premium 3-stage Cleaning System with Dual Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes and 10× suction* for thorough cleaning on various floor surfaces. Using Imprint Smart Mapping technology, it learns and adapts to each room, allowing you to control which rooms are cleaned and when. With the Clean Base™ Automatic Dirt Disposal, the robot empties itself into a disposable bag, so you don't have to think about vacuuming for weeks. The iRobot HOME App lets you control all cleaning functions from your smartphone. Priced ₹39,990 it is an expensive solution but efficient if you have a big house. <br /><br /><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; table-layout: fixed; width: 468pt;" class="redcator-table-advance"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Pros<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Cons<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Features 3-stage cleaning <br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Bulky design and set-up<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Automatic dirt disposal <br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Efficient user app<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><br /></td></tr></tbody><tbody></tbody></table><br /><h2>Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Cleaner 2Pro</h2>The robotic vacuum cleaner offers a 2-in-1 sweeping and mopping function with 3000Pa powerful suction. It features next-gen LDS laser navigation for intelligent mapping and route planning, automatic recharge and resume, and smart app control with voice control via Alexa and Google Assistant. Equipped with 19 high-precision sensors and a smart water tank, it includes a virtual wall and advanced mopping with 10,000 vibrations per minute. Capable of covering up to 2000 sq. ft. in one go, this device ensures thorough and efficient cleaning. Priced at ₹29,999 this device gives a perfect amalgamation of technology and utility. <br /><br /><br /><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; table-layout: fixed; width: 468pt;" class="redcator-table-advance"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Pros<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Cons<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Powerful suction <br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Requires regular cleaning <br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">LDS Navigation provides precision in cleaning<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Smart tank<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><br /></td></tr></tbody><tbody></tbody></table><br /><h2>Haier Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Wet Mopping</h2>This 2-in-1 wet mopping and robotic vacuum cleaner features app control via the Haier Smart App and voice control with Google Assistant and Alexa. It has a large 600ml dustbin and a 350ml water tank. With a powerful 2200pa vacuum suction and a 2600mAh battery, it provides efficient and thorough cleaning. At ₹14,990 it is a budget-friendly solution for most homes and brings in Haier’s connected ecosystem as well if you choose to buy more Haier appliances. <br /><br /><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; table-layout: fixed; width: 468pt;" class="redcator-table-advance"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Pros<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Cons<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Voice control <br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Limited battery life<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Connected ecosystem <br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Smaller water tank<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Aesthetic look<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><br /></td></tr></tbody><tbody></tbody></table><br /><h2>Mi Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Cleaner S10</h2>The Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Cleaner S10 features 4000 Pa turbo suction, a high-end brushless motor, and next-gen laser-guided navigation for efficient cleaning. Its 3200mAh battery offers 140 minutes of runtime, covering 1200 sq ft per charge. With automatic recharge and resume, it requires minimal intervention. Control it via the Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app, which includes scheduled cleaning and virtual walls. Enjoy effortless cleaning and more family time. Priced at ₹25,649 it is the high-end cleaning solution from Xiaomi. <br /><br /><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; table-layout: fixed; width: 468pt;" class="redcator-table-advance"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Pro<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Con<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">4000 Pa suction ensures effective cleaning<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Not efficient in bigger houses<br /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Xiaomi Smart Home app<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Automatic recharge &amp; resume<br /><br /></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"><br /></td></tr></tbody><tbody></tbody></table><br />

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The Covid-19 pandemic drastically changed the way we work, with <keyword id="20665553" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="remote-work" source="keywords">remote work</keyword> quickly becoming the new normal. Employees across the globe adapted to working from home, enjoying newfound flexibility and a better <keyword id="19901232" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="work-life-balance" source="keywords">work-life balance</keyword>. And for a long time, we all thought that this was the new world and going to the office every day would be a thing of the past. <br /><br />However, as pandemic restrictions eased, many companies began rolling back these remote policies, pushing employees to return to the office. Tech giant <keyword id="19904608" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Amazon" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Amazon" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Amazon">Amazon</keyword> recently ended remote work for its employees and told them to come to office five days a week, just like how it used to be before the pandemic. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy, in a blog post, said that working from offices has its benefits and therefore all employees will have to start coming to work the entire week. He added that even though they will permit work from home in case of emergencies (taking care of your sick kid, running emergency errands etc), remote work will no longer be the norm. <br /><br /><h2>Companies are calling employees back to offices</h2>Amazon isn’t the only company that has implemented the <keyword id="20007258" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="rto" source="keywords">RTO</keyword> (<keyword id="20408795" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="return-to-office" source="keywords">return to office</keyword>) mandate. Companies like <keyword id="19945574" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Wipro" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Wipro" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Wipro">Wipro</keyword>, TCS, X (earlier called Twitter) and Infosys also require employees to be there in office for at least three days a week. While X boss <keyword id="19903807" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Elon-Musk" source="keywords">Elon Musk</keyword> had once asked those seeking work from home to “get off of their moral high horse,” Infosys CEO N. R. Narayana Murthy had made headlines for saying that workers in India should work 70 hours per week. <br /><br />In wake of Amazon’s recent RTO mandate, many young professionals are reacting strongly on the internet. While some feel that the RTO mandate will hamper their productivity, others feel that it is simply unnecessary. And then there are also some people who think that this is a good decision. Let us take a look at how people are reacting on being called back to offices. <br /><br /><h2>How are people reacting?</h2>Social media sites like Reddit, X, and LinkedIn are full of reactions on the RTO mandate. Many employees feel that this will increase their cost and time spent on commute. <br /><br />Amazon’s recent decision to bring its employees back to offices has not sat well with many, especially those accustomed to the <keyword id="20445439" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="hybrid-work-model" source="keywords">hybrid work model</keyword>. On LinkedIn, Samrat Bhardwaj, who has previously interned with Amazon India, questioned the rationale behind the shift, asking whether the company truly considered employee well-being or was more focused on its own benefits.<br /><br />He also voiced concerns over the increased cost in case employees think of moving closer to tech hubs. He also added that if people start living at a distance from tech parks, rent will be lower, but you'll be wasting a lot of time to and fro from the office every day. <br /><br />On the other hand, Erin Mantz, a former Meta and Amazon employee, pointed out the stark difference between previous work norms and the flexibility of today's workforce in a LinkedIn post. <br /><br />“Gen Xers, for decades, used to have to go in every day... no working from home, no midday walks or being home for the dishwasher repairman,” she said, reflecting on how work-life balance has evolved.<br /><br />She concluded that the shift back to in-office work might not align with modern expectations, suggesting that today’s workforce has experienced a better way of working.<br /><br /><h2>“Working in the parking lot isn’t a bad idea”</h2>People aren’t just concerned about the increased cost and wastage of time in commute. Some also pointed out the irony of commuting to the office only to continue working in their cars due to a lack of proper space and resources. <br /><br />One Reddit user said, “Genuinely had no idea how bad RTO would be until it hit. I'm as unproductive as ever and half my work is done in the parking lot at this point for these exact reasons. Going back to the office isn't the end of the world, but when there's zero space or even disability accommodation for the employees? Unacceptable, especially considering the ones who usually enforce the arrangements all have their own private offices with the best gear their department offers.”<br /><br />Another user, Oracle-2050, quipped that working from their car was a makeshift solution, noting, "At least I can attend Teams meetings and make phone calls." <br /><br />The absurdity of the situation was highlighted by yet another commenter who sarcastically remarked, “Only in clown world would a worker drive to the office in order to do work in their car.” <br /><br />Another user pointed out that the decision-makers pushing these mandates “all have their own private offices with the best gear their department offers,” leaving regular employees to struggle in far less conducive work environments. <br /><br /><h2>The “Fake work” problem<br /></h2><br />Annie Dean, who earlier used to work as Director of Remote Work at Facebook, took a critical stance on LinkedIn, highlighting that return-to-office mandates don’t address the core problem which is “Fake work.” <br /><br />This term, popularised by Airbnb’s Brian Chesky, refers to tasks that feel like work but don’t actually create value for the business. <br /><br />Dean explained in her post that employees are drowning in endless meetings and messages, which detract from productivity. She argued that instead of mandating office attendance, companies like Amazon should focus on “pioneering new, more efficient modes of work.”<br /><br />This argument has resonated with many on X as well, where employees have expressed frustration over the return-to-office mandates being viewed as a quick fix. One Twitter/X user remarked that "commuting to do the same virtual meetings in person isn’t solving anything," while others echoed that the core problem lies in work structures, not location.<br /><br />Here are some other reactions on X:<br /><div type="image" title="negative reactions" msid="113528739" hostid="261" sizebytes="64721"></div><br /><h2>A quiet layoff strategy?<br /></h2><br />Yet another take on the RTO mandate comes from Jennifer DeLorenzo, a former senior recruiter at Pinterest. She suggested that the move feels like a “quiet layoff strategy.” <br /><br />According to her, by mandating full-time office attendance, companies may be hoping for a wave of resignations without having to deal with the negative press of formal layoffs. “This tactic allows them to reduce headcount while avoiding the negative optics of layoffs,” DeLorenzo wrote on LinkedIn, adding that it may backfire as hiring becomes challenging again when the economy shifts.<br /><br />Many others seemed to agree with her view. On Reddit too, there are many people talking about how companies might be carrying out soft layoffs by implementing an RTO mandate.<br /><br />Her comments tapped into a broader conversation on how companies may be using return-to-office mandates to indirectly reduce their workforce. Other social media users pointed out similar trends across industries, where companies tighten office attendance policies to nudge employees toward leaving voluntarily.<br /><br /><h2>Some mixed reactions too<br /></h2><br />While the return-to-office mandates are frustrating for many, not all reactions are negative. Some employees, particularly newer hires, see value in the traditional office setting. <br /><br />Bhardwaj, for example, also noted that going to the office is beneficial for freshers who want to learn. “I do believe that going to the office makes you learn a lot as freshers,” he wrote in his post, suggesting that for those early in their careers, the in-person experience might be crucial for growth and networking.<br /><br />Some users on X too seemed to be in support of this mandate. <br /><br />Here’s a look:<br /><div type="image" title="mixed-reactions" msid="113528718" hostid="261" sizebytes="77770"></div><br />This duality reflects the ongoing debate around the future of work. On one hand, companies like Amazon, Google, and Meta are focusing on building stronger in-office teams, believing that physical presence fosters better collaboration, innovation, and mentoring. On the other hand, employees, especially those who experienced the benefits of remote work during the pandemic, are pushing back against these mandates, valuing the flexibility and improved work-life balance that working from home provides.<br /><br />As companies continue to adjust their RTO policies, the tension between employee expectations and corporate strategies is likely to persist. However, one thing is clear — the future of work is still being negotiated, and both sides are making their voices heard across the internet.<br /><br /><br />

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Prime Minister <keyword id="19895781" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="narendra-modi" source="keywords">Narendra Modi</keyword> on Tuesday asked the automotive industry to bring global best practices to <keyword id="19895063" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="india" source="keywords">India</keyword>, while also working on green and <keyword id="7340072" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="clean-mobility" source="Orion">clean mobility</keyword>. In a written address to the annual convention of the <keyword id="20163832" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="society-of-indian-automobile" source="keywords">Society of Indian Automobile</keyword> Manufacturers (SIAM), Modi said the automotive industry will drive even higher economic growth and in turn, thrive on demand growth. <br /><br /> "As we shift gears towards our collective goal of a Viksit Bharat by 2047, I am confident that organisations like SIAM will continue to bring together all stakeholders and become a force multiplier in this mission," he said. <br /><br /> The prime minister said the road ahead demands that the country's progress is rapid, while also being sustainable. <br /><br /> "Working (on) greener and cleaner mobility is a vital step in this direction. It is important that this climate-conscious and sustainable vision resonates with domestic and international partners," he asserted. <br /><br /> "Further, at this critical juncture for India and the world, it is essential that our automobile sector set not only an example for others to follow, but also work towards bringing global best practices to India. I am confident that the discussions and deliberations during the Annual Convention will serve as a catalyst for this," he added. <br /><br /> He further said, "Through innovation and enterprise, I am sure that the automotive industry will drive even higher economic growth and in turn, thrive on the demand growth that inevitably creates." <br /><br /> He said over the last decade, India's automotive sector has witnessed tremendous and unprecedented growth. "This is as much a testament to our nation's expanding economic growth, as it is to the pivotal role played by the automotive industry," Modi said. <br /><br /> The success story of Indian mobility is noteworthy. The nation is witnessing the creation of future-ready infrastructure, such as state-of-the-art expressways, high-speed railways and other forms of multi-modal connectivity that reaches every corner, the prime minister noted. <br /><br /> "The holistic approach is ensuring that the benefits of growth are not just confined to a few, but shared by all," Modi said.

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In a startling development, officials within the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) have voiced deep concerns over a “toxic” work culture under the leadership of Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch. These allegations, formally communicated to the finance ministry, depict a troubling work environment plagued by unattainable demands, unprofessional conduct and mental health crises, according to a report by the Economic Times.<br /><br />In essence, a <keyword id="21410642" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="toxic-work-culture" source="keywords">toxic work culture</keyword> is an environment that fosters negativity, dysfunction and a lack of trust among employees and management. This type of culture can manifest in various ways that are often harmful to both employees and organisations, severely impairing organisational growth and employee well-being.<br /><br />Identifying a toxic work culture is crucial for both employees and organisations. Recognising signs and symptoms of toxic work culture can often be the first step toward addressing and improving <keyword id="20346862" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="workplace-culture" source="keywords">workplace culture</keyword>. Below are 10 indicators that may indicate a toxic environment.<br /><br /><em>High <keyword id="21462876" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="employee-turnover" source="keywords">employee turnover</keyword></em>: A persistent pattern of employees leaving the organisation often signals dissatisfaction with the work culture. When turnover rates are high, it reflects a breakdown in the employer-employee relationship, typically due to a lack of respect or support from management.<br /><br /><em><keyword id="14609778" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Quiet-quitting" source="Orion">Quiet quitting</keyword></em>: This phenomenon occurs when employees disengage from their roles, doing only the minimum required. It highlights a lack of motivation and connection to the organisation's goals, often stemming from a toxic atmosphere.<br /><br /><em>Bullying and harassment</em>: Any form of bullying or harassment, whether verbal or psychological, creates a hostile work environment. Such behaviours not only undermine morale, but also instil fear among employees, leading to increased stress and anxiety.<br /><div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="111982335" title="Employees lack trust in HR’s ability to address workplace bullying effectively—and for good reason, says study" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div><em>Constantly changing goals</em>: Frequent shifts in priorities without adequate communication can leave employees feeling disoriented and frustrated. This lack of clear direction can hinder productivity and contribute to a sense of futility in their efforts.<br /><br /><em><keyword id="23035059" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="poor-leadership" source="keywords">Poor leadership</keyword></em>: Ineffective or toxic leadership can significantly impact workplace culture. Leaders who exhibit favouritism, lack consistency or disregard employee welfare contribute to a negative environment that can drive talent away.<br /><br /><em>Lack of transparency</em>: When communication is poor and information is not shared openly, it breeds distrust and uncertainty. Employees may feel left in the dark about important decisions, which can exacerbate feelings of insecurity and disengagement.<br /><br /><em><keyword id="19954076" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="micromanagement" source="keywords">Micromanagement</keyword></em>: Excessive oversight from management can create an environment of fear and anxiety. Employees who feel constantly monitored may struggle to perform at their best, leading to decreased morale and productivity.<br /><br /><em>Inadequate support systems</em>: Employees who lack sufficient resources or support may feel overwhelmed and undervalued. A toxic environment often sets unrealistic expectations without providing the necessary tools for success.<br /><br /><em>Toxic gossip</em>: While some office chatter is normal, pervasive negative gossip can create a divisive atmosphere. This behaviour undermines teamwork and can lead to a culture of distrust and hostility among colleagues.<br /><br /><em>Poor <keyword id="19901232" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="work-life-balance" source="keywords">work-life balance</keyword></em>: A culture that prioritises work over personal well-being can lead to burnout. When employees are expected to sacrifice their personal lives for work, it can result in high stress levels and diminished job satisfaction.<br />

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With <keyword id="20910895" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Mothers-Day" source="keywords">Mother's Day</keyword> 2024 approaching this Sunday (May 12), it's time to honour and celebrate the remarkable women who have played an indispensable role in shaping our lives. The roots of this contemporary <keyword id="20910895" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Mothers-Day" source="keywords">Mother's Day</keyword> can be traced back to the tireless efforts of Anna Jarvis, an American woman, who advocated for an official day dedicated to honouring mothers during the early 20th century.<br /><br />During the Civil War era in the US, Anna Jarvis's <keyword id="19931928" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Mother" source="keywords">mother</keyword>, Ann Reeves Jarvis, founded "<keyword id="21616921" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Mothers-Day-Work-Clubs" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Mother's Day Work Clubs" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Mother's Day Work Clubs">Mother's Day Work Clubs</keyword>" to bolster public health and foster unity among <keyword id="19931928" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Mother" source="keywords">mother</keyword>s. After Ann's death in 1905, Anna campaigned vigorously for a national day honouring mothers, ultimately leading to President Woodrow Wilson proclaiming the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day in 1914.<br /><br />In India, where mothers are revered as embodiments of love, sacrifice and strength, expressing gratitude and affection on this special day holds immense significance. <br /><br />To help you convey your heartfelt emotions, here are some Indian quotes and wishes to make your mother feel cherished and appreciated.<br /><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Mother’s Day special: Quotes by famous Indians" comment="subhead" text="Mother’s Day special: Quotes by famous Indians"><span data-til="noop">Mother’s Day special: Quotes by famous Indians</span></cmsannotation><br />“Mother represents colourless love that knows no barter, love that never dies.” — Swami Vivekananda<br /><br />“It may be possible to gild pure gold, but who can make his mother more beautiful?” — Mahatma Gandhi<br /><br />“A mother's love is a divine melody, resonating through the cosmos and binding hearts together.” — Rabindranath Tagore<br /><br />“A mother's love is the closest thing to God's love manifested on earth.” — Jhumpa Lahiri<br /><br />“The heart of a mother is a reservoir of strength, a wellspring of compassion, and an ocean of unconditional love.” — Arundhati Roy<br /><br />“A mother's love is the foundation upon which the edifice of humanity stands, the cornerstone of civilization.” — Salman Rushdie<br /><br />“A mother's love is the universe in a heartbeat, the cosmos in a caress, the essence of existence itself.” — Amitav Ghosh<br /><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Mother’s Day wishes for Indians" comment="subhead" text="Mother’s Day wishes for Indians"><span data-til="noop"><keyword id="21616922" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Mothers-Day-wishes-for-Indians" source="Orion">Mother’s Day wishes for Indians</keyword></span></cmsannotation><br />Mumma, your sacrifices and selflessness have shaped me into the person I am today. On this special day, I want to express my deepest gratitude and love for everything you do. Happy Mother's Day!<br /><br />Amma, your warmth and affection have been the guiding force behind every success in my life. Today, I want to shower you with love and gratitude for being the best mother anyone could ask for. Happy Mother's Day!<br /><br />Aai, your love is the foundation on which my life is built. As I celebrate you on Mother's Day, I want you to know that you are cherished, admired, and deeply loved. Wishing you a day filled with laughter and happiness.<br /><br />Dear Mom, your unwavering love and unconditional support have been my greatest treasures. Wishing you a Mother's Day filled with joy, laughter, and all the happiness you deserve.<br /><br />To the strongest woman I know, my mother: May your day be as bright and beautiful as your smile. Thank you for being my pillar of strength and inspiration. Happy Mother's Day!<br /><br />Wishing a very Happy Mother's Day to the one who fills our home with laughter, warmth, and boundless affection. Mummy, you are our guiding light and source of endless inspiration.<br /><br />On this special day, I thank the universe for blessing me with a mother as incredible as you. Your love knows no bounds, and your kindness touches countless hearts. Happy Mother's Day!<br /><br />To the woman who taught us the true meaning of resilience and compassion, Happy Mother's Day! Your unwavering love and unwavering strength make you our superhero.<br /><br />Happy Mother's Day to the woman who juggles a million roles with grace and poise. Your love is the foundation of our family, and your sacrifices do not go unnoticed. We love you endlessly.<br /><br />On this Mother's Day, I wish you all the love and happiness in the world, Mom. Your endless sacrifices and tireless efforts deserve to be celebrated today and every day.<br />

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>Sarvesh Rajagopal moved back to India in 2024 after a decade in the Middle East and Europe.</li><li>He left due to career stagnation and Europe's economic challenges, including the war in Ukraine.</li></ul><p><em>This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Sarvesh Rajagopal, who lived in the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, and Germany before moving back to India. It has been edited for length and clarity. Business Insider has verified his employment history.</em></p><p>I joined McKinsey right after graduating from my masters in India.</p><p>I spent the next three years with the company in <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/moved-to-us-from-india-big-tech-changed-me-2024-7">India</a>, then moved to the company's office in Dubai for two years, and then to Amsterdam. Getting a chance to live and work overseas was a dream.</p><p>A little while after moving to Amsterdam, I decided that I had had enough consulting. The constant travel was also getting tiring. I left McKinsey and worked for the Dutch bank ING as a corporate strategist for over a year before moving to the logistics company Wayfair in 2019. I was one of the first employees in the Berlin office, tasked with building the company's international business, which I still think was the most challenging but fulfilling period of my career.</p><h2 id="893dd95a-7f9c-4453-bde6-beb32c14f608">Life in Europe</h2><p>Things were going well from a lifestyle point of view, too.</p><p>I enjoyed being done with work by 5 or 6 p.m. and having the rest of the day to myself. Public transport was a big plus — I enjoyed never owning or needing a car to get around to meet colleagues or friends for dinner or a beer.</p><p>One of the best parts of Europe was that if we had a long weekend, I could go to a nearby country by train in a couple of hours.</p><p>One of the only drawbacks is that it's not the best place to earn and build wealth because of high taxes.</p><div type="image" title="Group photo of various colleagues at office event in Berlin" height="1200" width="1600" msid="113377534" hostid="261" sizebytes="247660"></div><h2 id="e8d45754-5383-4984-99de-02128eba0b9f">Slow growth in Europe</h2><p>The itch to return to India started around three years ago.</p><p>I'd been watching India's growth since I left and felt like I had missed the boom by leaving in 2014. Many of my friends back home have <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/quit-tech-job-launch-startup-now-make-400000-2024-4">built startups</a> or venture capital careers. I wanted to be part of India's growth story.</p><p>I also felt like there was no career growth for me in Europe. In India, I had a big network from India's top tech and management schools and because of my time at McKinsey.</p><p>I also wanted to be close to family, especially since my parents are getting older.</p><p>My inflection point was realizing in mid-2023 that my career had stagnated because I was at a senior level and was finding it difficult to grow. The <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/ukrainian-women-train-blue-collar-jobs-workforce-gap-war-electrician-2024-8">war in Ukraine</a> and other macroeconomic factors like inflation also affected my decision.</p><p>I worked with a professional coach before making a firm decision. <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/took-sabbatical-returned-work-better-employeee-2024-9">I traveled around Latin America</a>, and being in a new environment really sealed the deal for me.</p><p><a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/quit-job-at-meta-bali-trip-moved-into-childhood-home-2024-8">I quit my job</a> and finally moved back to India in May.</p><h2 id="93bdcf9f-12d3-4eba-9b17-bc4210b5a753">Adjusting back</h2><p>After <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/us-and-uk-life-biggest-differences-after-moving-home-space-2024-7">a decade of living away</a>, there are things I'm having to get used to again.</p><p>I'm still adapting to the pollution, the traffic, and the sheer number of people. The number of cars and two-wheelers on the road has exploded, which makes driving and parking a lot more stressful.</p><p>But some things have also become much more convenient since I left 10 years ago.</p><p>I remember having to call a restaurant if I ever wanted to eat in, but India now has food and grocery delivery services that promise to deliver any food or household items in under 10 minutes.</p><p>It's a lot easier to find and afford domestic support, and I have a cook. For my friends with newborn children, live-in nannies are available. These feel like huge luxuries compared to Europe, where my immigrant friends struggled with childcare — their parents were happy to help but could only stay in Germany for 90 days at a time.</p><p>I'm also able to afford an all-inclusive apartment complex, where I have easy access to a pool, a gym, and a supermarket.</p><p>I'm volunteering as a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/india-vc-wants-see-5-traits-new-founders-fundraising-antler-2024-8">mentor for startups</a> at an incubator at my alma mater and have noticed a big mindset shift among people in their early 20s. When I graduated with my engineering degree, my classmates and I thought our only career options were to join a company, study abroad for a master's, or pursue an MBA at the Indian Institute of Management.</p><p>But the students now are a lot more willing to take risks and dive into entrepreneurship.</p><p>I'm currently on a career break. I want to familiarize myself with India again and then hope to build a venture of my own in the next few years.</p>

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