India, Aug. 6 -- A Delhi-based founder's decision to hire a 25-year-old job applicant who flatly refused to work on Saturdays has sparked an engaging conversation on corporate culture and work-life balance.

Recalling the moment, Abhishek Agarwal wrote, "I interviewed a 25 year old. He denied working on Saturdays." Taken aback by the rejection the founder asked, "Isn't that too lazy for your age?"

However, the response he received changed his way of thinking. Agarwal wrote on LinkedIn that without even flinching, the candidate said, "Sir, I have a life outside office."

The founder expressed, "He told me he plays cricket every Saturday. He has been playing guitar since he was 14. He has a family who also needs his time." He added, "I tol...