For years, I’ve seen jobseekers introduce themselves through their college names.“I’m from IIT Delhi.” “I’m an IIM graduate.” And I’ve seen the other side too, people who almost apologize for not being from a “top” college. They lower their tone a bi...
I’ve had countless conversations with professionals in their late 30s and 40s who say the same thing, “I don’t hate my work, but I don’t love it anymore either.” It’s a quiet restlessness that grows over the years. They’re not in crisis, but somethin...
When someone tells me they’re planning to “return to work,” my first question is always, return to what? Because if you come back to the same pace, pressure, and mindset that burnt you out in the first place, you’re not really returning, you’re repea...
I’ve always believed that age in the workplace isn’t a weakness, it’s an amplifier. It amplifies who you’ve become over the years, your clarity, composure, and credibility. Yet, I meet many professionals over 50 who approach their careers with quiet...
Even with advanced tools, many TA teams find themselves firefighting, closing roles quickly but not always sustainably. The IT Firm’s Dilemma At a mid-sized IT firm, the TA team was praised for speed—they filled roles within weeks. But attrition was...
Searching for a new role can feel like a full-time job in itself. Weeks of applications, waiting for responses, and facing rejections can test even the most resilient professional. It’s easy to wonder, “What am I doing wrong?” The truth is, there are...
Shifting industries or functions can be one of the most rewarding moves of your career. But it also carries risks, especially if you aren’t able to demonstrate relevance quickly. Meera’s Story: The Struggle to Reframe Skills Meera (name changed) had...
Career breaks are part of life. They may happen due to family needs, health, or personal pursuits. The challenge is not the gap itself, it’s how you position it. Pooja’s Story: From Doubt to Confidence Pooja (name changed) took a three-year break for...
Most candidates prepare answers. The ones who succeed prepare to solve problems. Kunal’s Story: From Routine to Impact Kunal (name changed) had strong credentials but struggled in interviews. His responses were technically correct, but lacked impact....
Experience is valuable. Yet many seasoned professionals feel overshadowed by younger peers in today’s rapidly changing workplace. Suresh’s Story: Fighting Assumptions Suresh (name changed), a 52-year-old project head, noticed that recruiters favored...