India, Sept. 26 -- Work-life balance is often promised in corporate jobs, but sometimes it feels like a joke. The irony is that "flexibility" in global companies sometimes means adjusting your life entirely to fit someone else's schedule.

An Indian employee recently highlighted this struggle on Reddit, sharing how a 5 am call with US clients disrupted his routine.

"5 am client meeting: The true face of corporate life in India," the caption of the post reads.

The Redditor (@No_Guide_4276) described the situation as the kind of "flexibility" often expected in corporate India. While flexible hours sound appealing in theory, in reality, employees frequently sacrifice sleep and personal well-being to match the schedules of clients in other ...