Baidu PR Head's Apology Sparks Debate on Work Culture Norms

Thursday, 9 May 2024, 13:44

Qu Jing, the PR head at Baidu, faced backlash for promoting a work-till-you-drop mindset in a series of videos, causing her to issue an apology. Her comments implying a lack of responsibility for her staff's well-being have drawn criticism and raised concerns about work-life balance. The incident sheds light on the challenges of work culture norms in China and the impact of such messaging on employees.

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Baidu PR Head's Apology Sparks Debate on Work Culture Norms

In a self-inflicted crisis, Qu Jing, the head of public relations at Baidu, faced criticism for her videos glorifying the work-till-you-drop culture in China.

In one of the videos, she controversially stated, “If you work in public relations, don’t expect weekends off.”

This incident underscores the importance of promoting a balanced work-life culture in the workplace. Managers need to prioritize employee well-being and set healthy work boundaries.

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