CEO's Controversial Firing Sparks Debate on Leadership and Ownership
Noida CEO says he fired senior employee for asking him ‘Sir, tell me what to do?’

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Nitin Verma, CEO of InstaAstro in Noida, India, fired a senior employee for asking, 'Sir, tell me what to do next?' This incident highlighted his views on workplace ownership and leadership, emphasizing that true ownership cannot be taught and that senior professionals should take initiative.
- 01Nitin Verma fired a senior employee for asking for direction, interpreting it as a lack of ownership.
- 02Verma believes that ownership is innate and cannot be taught or delegated.
- 03He argues that autonomy without initiative leads to confusion rather than productivity.
- 04The incident sparked mixed reactions on LinkedIn, with some criticizing his leadership style.
- 05Verma stated that he hires for judgment, not just for executing tasks.
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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.
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This incident raises questions about workplace culture and expectations for senior professionals, particularly in startups.
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