Nitin Verma, the founder and CEO of InstaAstro based in Noida, India, recently shared a polarizing experience on LinkedIn that led him to fire a senior employee. The employee's question, 'Sir, tell me what to do next?' triggered Verma, who had hired the individual to relieve himself from overseeing that function. He interpreted the request for direction as a sign of dependency rather than ownership. Verma emphasized that true ownership cannot be imparted; it must be inherent in the individual. He stated, 'Freedom without ownership is just confusion,' arguing that senior professionals should proactively seek out tasks rather than wait for instructions. The post received mixed reactions, with some users defending the need for alignment in new hires, while others supported Verma's stance on independence in leadership roles. Verma concluded that he cannot build a company on individuals who require constant direction, underscoring the importance of initiative in senior positions.