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A Bengaluru fresher fired after 2.5 months highlights startup role mismatches and unrealistic expectations, igniting widespread online discussion.
Bengaluru Fresher fired faces over expectations
A young software developer in Bengaluru shared his story of being terminated just 2.5 months into his first full-time role at a startup. Despite six months of internship experience as a frontend developer, he was assigned full-stack responsibilities, leading to overwhelming challenges.
Mismanagement and Lack of Support Highlighted
The fresher pointed out delays in work reviews and inconsistent communication from his team. Terminated via a text from a board member without prior warning, his experience raised concerns about startups setting unrealistic expectations for employees.
Online Community Reacts to the Incident
Reddit users empathized with the fresher, highlighting poor company management and urging others to clarify roles before joining startups. Many advised him to use the experience as a learning opportunity and build skills for structured roles in established companies.