'Not Your Mother-In-Law:' PR Head Of 'China's Google' Reportedly Loses Her Job After Endorsing Brutal '996' Work Culture
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Baidu Inc.'s media relations chief, Qu Jing, resigned after endorsing China's '996' work culture, sparking backlash. Her departure highlights the ongoing debate over work-life balance in the tech industry, both in China and globally. Despite her apology and removal of the controversial videos, the incident has reignited discussions about the demanding work culture in China's tech sector.
May 10, 2024 | 6:17 am
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Qu Jing's resignation from Baidu over the '996' work culture controversy may impact Baidu's public image and investor perception, potentially affecting its stock price.
Qu Jing's endorsement of the '996' work culture and subsequent resignation could lead to negative public perception and investor concerns about corporate culture and governance at Baidu, potentially affecting its stock price in the short term.
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