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Moonlighting

The document discusses moonlighting, defined as taking on secondary employment alongside a primary job, and highlights its rising prevalence due to financial needs and flexible work models. It outlines the potential issues for companies, such as conflicts of interest and reduced productivity, while also presenting arguments for and against moonlighting. Recommendations for HR policies and legal reforms in India are provided to address the challenges associated with moonlighting.

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Moonlighting

The document discusses moonlighting, defined as taking on secondary employment alongside a primary job, and highlights its rising prevalence due to financial needs and flexible work models. It outlines the potential issues for companies, such as conflicts of interest and reduced productivity, while also presenting arguments for and against moonlighting. Recommendations for HR policies and legal reforms in India are provided to address the challenges associated with moonlighting.

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A Study on

Employees’
Moonlighting
In ZOHO
Corporation
WHAT IS MOONLIGHTING?
"Moonlighting" generally refers to
taking on a second job or additional
work, often without the knowledge of
one's primary employer, typically
during off-hours like evenings or
weekends. It's essentially engaging in
a second form of employment
alongside a main job. The term has
gained traction recently, particularly in
the context of the gig economy and
the rise of remote work.
[Link] Needs: Rising inflation, stagnant wages, and
personal financial obligations push employees to seek
additional income sources.
WHY [Link] Utilization: Employees may take up side gigs to
leverage underutilized skills or passions not fulfilled in their
EMPLOYEES primary job.
ENGAGE IN [Link] Exploration: Some moonlight to test new career
paths before making a full transition.
MOONLIGHTIN [Link] Work Models: Remote work and gig economy
platforms (e.g., freelancing, consulting) make it easier to
G take on extra work.
[Link] Insecurity: The fear of layoffs or unstable
ISSUES FOR
COMPANIES DUE TO
[Link] of Interest: Employees may work for
MOONLIGHTING
competitors or engage in activities that harm the primary
employer’s business.
[Link] Productivity: Fatigue from overworking can
lead to decreased efficiency in the primary job.
[Link] Risks: Sharing sensitive company
information with secondary employers can lead to data
breaches.
[Link] & Compliance Issues: Violation of employment
contracts (non-compete, exclusivity clauses) may result in
legal disputes.
[Link] & Ethical Concerns: Moonlighting without
transparency can erode trust between employers and
ARGUMENTS
ALLOWING
FOR
MOONLIGHTING
[Link] Well-being: Additional income
improves financial stability and job
satisfaction.
[Link] Enhancement: Exposure to different
roles can enhance learning and
development.
[Link] Strategy: Flexible policies can
reduce attrition by accommodating
employee needs.
ARGUMENT
AGAINST
S
MOONLIGHTIN
[Link] Decline:
G Overworked employees may
deliver subpar results.
[Link] of Interest: Risk of
intellectual property theft or
unethical competition.
[Link] Violations: Breach of
contractual obligations may lead
THYNK to termination.
CORP
HR POLICY
RECOMMENDATIO
NS FOR
MOONLIGHTING
[Link] & Approval Process
[Link] & Conditions
[Link] & Development (L&D)
Integration
[Link] Monitoring
LEGAL & LABOUR
POLICY
RECOMMENDATIONS IN
INDIA
a. Clarity in Employment Contracts
b. Labour Law Reforms
c. Dispute Resolution Mechanisms
THANK YOU

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