Indian Techie Refuses to Dance for Client: 'Happy to Deliver Projects, Not Performances'

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Moneycontrol•17-02-2026, 20:51
Indian Techie Refuses to Dance for Client: 'Happy to Deliver Projects, Not Performances'
- •An Indian software engineer sparked debate after refusing to perform a solo dance and fashion walk for a visiting client.
- •The techie stated they were hired for a technical role, not to entertain clients, despite enjoying dance personally.
- •Management planned a "fun engagement segment" with performances to "impress the client" and show team culture.
- •The engineer questioned if refusal would be viewed negatively and where to draw the line between team spirit and personal boundaries.
- •Reddit users largely supported the techie, calling the company's expectations "absurd" and reflecting poor corporate culture.
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