India, Aug. 7 -- A brief cab ride in Bengaluru provided a powerful reminder of life's unpredictability for a recruiter. Expecting a routine commute, Rafiqa Arzuman, a talent partner at Razorpay, instead encountered a former zonal head who had built a 20-year corporate career before a sudden startup closure left him unemployed. Finding doors closed despite his extensive experience, he refused to let pride stand in the way of providing for his family and decided to be a cab driver. Deeply moved by his quiet dignity and resilience, Arzuman shared his journey to help connect him with senior leadership roles.

"Yesterday, something simple turned into a reality check I can't stop thinking about. My friend and I booked a cab in Bangalore. The mo...