In a rare and inspiring corporate move Musthafa PC the Global CEO of Bengaluru based iD Fresh Food has launched a new entrepreneurship policy that pays employees to take time off and launch their own startups. Sharing the announcement in a viral LinkedIn post Musthafa explained that the initiative is designed to help staff members chase their business dreams without risking their financial security.
Under this unique policy eligible employees can take a partially paid sabbatical of up to 18 months to build their own ventures. Alongside financial support the company is offering direct mentorship from its senior leadership team and full access to the iD Fresh business and partner network. What makes this initiative even more remarkable is the safety net it provides. If an employees startup idea fails or does not work out as planned they are welcome to return to iD Fresh Food.
Recalling how iD Fresh started in a tiny Bengaluru kitchen with just Rs. 50000 Musthafa noted that early support helped him overcome uncertain times. While admitting that losing talented staff is tough he emphasized that seeing his team members build successful businesses makes him proud. The move has drawn widespread praise across social media with professionals calling him a dream boss in India startup ecosystem.
