Microsoft techies work just 15-20 hours a week? Viral post sparks debate on ‘dream job'

With a $300k salary, a Microsoft employee allegedly works only 15-20 hours a week, according to a viral post that has sparked conversations on modern work-life balance.

Microsoft techies work just 15-20 hours a week? Viral post sparks debate on ‘dream job'

Today's work patterns are very different from the tight, long-hour routines of the past. Working overtime used to be virtually considered a badge of honour. But work-life balance has become more and more important in recent years, and many professionals are choosing to put their personal lives ahead of working long hours at the office.


This change came up for consideration after user Rona Wang's viral post on X went viral and gained widespread notice online. In the article, Wang stated, "Talking to my friend who works at Microsoft & apparently he works 15-20 hr weeks & plays League the rest of the time & gets paid $300k for it."