The editor seemed like a nice person. Always upbeat and energetic. The writer was a fine individual too.  Hardworking, dedicated, and a good sense of style.

And so I was quite surprised when the dynamic boss spent a morning shouting and screaming at the subordinate.

The two were perfect contrasts, both equally likeable in different ways.  But today, the reporter was working on other Tehelka projects — and the boss was very angry.

It seemed odd. The reporter was completely dependable. Even if the person was doing something wrong, why not sit down first and have a chat about expectations? Why not ask for their perspective?

And at a magazine that wrote about workers’ rights, why start with such a hostile, demeaning tone? And in front of so many people?

Another journalist quietly explained to the editor that they had asked the reporter to help on their projects. But that didn’t appease the boss. The shouting began again, while another 10 or 20 people in the newsroom pretended to work.

The magazine was still shiny, but the workplace was starting to loose its glimmer.