The Economic Times

He was a top performer, reached senior role in 6 months. Employees one decision led to layoff 2 days before job promotion

A high-achieving employee faced termination just before a promotion. He helped his manager with an external project, signing an NDA and working for another company without approval. HR discovered the moonlighting through email tracking. The CEO stated the employee should have known better, highlighting how smart individuals rationalize unethical actions until consequences arise. Both were dismissed.