‘Haven’t done dishes in 4 years…’: Indian-origin CEO’s $5,000/hour claim divides the internet

A bold LinkedIn post by an Indian-origin CEO has set the internet on fire, dividing opinion on productivity, delegation and perks, claiming he hasn’t washed a dish in four years associated the position with a cold, hard economy.

“I haven’t done dishes for 4 years. Not because I’m lazy. Because my time is worth $5,000/hour,” the CEO wrote in his now-viral post. He explained that outsourcing things like washing dishes for $15/hour allowed him to focus. On top of a $5,000/hour job.” “Simple math,” he added, calling his decision “obvious.”

The post sparked debate over its practicality and privilege, while some hailed it as a masterclass in efficiency, while others criticized it as tone-deaf and out of touch with everyday reality.

Critics argued that not everyone has the resources to delegate household chores, with one noting: “This advice works if you’re already earning at that level. For most people, it’s not a choice.” “The adage ‘be generous with everything but your time’ has never made more sense,” wrote one commenter.

Another user mocked the post, saying: “Stop sleeping because sleeping makes $0 an hour. Now that’s how you scale.” Meanwhile, some questioned the CEO’s broader perspective. “Love your content, Ravi,” one user wrote, “but remember, Jeff Bezos is still filling dishes. Space for space.”

The CEO concluded his note with a unanimous call for a re-evaluation of priorities. Start doing $5,000/hour work. That’s how you scale.”

Another user shared a personal lesson from the post: “I keep wanting to support my stores and employees, but the more I do, the less time I have for deals and marketing. Great lesson here.”

The viral post, which has been viewed thousands of times, highlights a larger debate about the value of time, the privilege of outsourcing, and the balancing act between increasing productivity and staying grounded.