Confident Storytelling Hub

What if your greatest limitation wasn’t your voice, but the story you’ve been telling yourself?

As the Founder of Confident Storytelling Hub, I empower individuals to transform fear into confidence and craft stories that captivate and inspire. With proven frameworks and personalized coaching, I’m on a mission to help a million voices shine by 2035.

Your voice, your legacy—unleash it today!

Founder & Master Coach

What if your story had the power to inspire, influence, and create impact—but it’s trapped inside you?

As a Storytelling Coach, I help individuals uncover their authentic voice, conquer self-doubt, and craft compelling narratives that resonate. My mission is to transform fear into confidence, turning your story into your greatest superpower.

Your story deserves to be told—let’s unleash it together!

Storytelling Coach

What if your story could spark a change, one video at a time?

As a Storyteller on YouTube, I bring life to untold narratives, blending emotion, authenticity, and purpose. Through inspiring stories, practical tips, and transformational insights, I empower viewers to find their voice and own their journey.

Subscribe today—your next breakthrough starts with a story!

Storyteller

Yoodli

Part of an invite-only group of world champions of public speaking, TEDx trainers, expert speech coaches building artificial intelligence to help people improve their communication skills without the pressure of an audience. Learn more at www.yoodli.ai.

Coach Advisor

Confident Storytelling Podcast

Host of the Confident Storytelling Podcast. Previously known as Small Town Bigger Dreams Podcast, the podcast is now into its Season-3 with a complete focus on various aspects of storytelling. New episodes are added every week.

Podcast Host

Small Town Bigger Dreams

21 lessons to achieving your dreams in 21st century

Book Author

Tata Consultancy Services

Associate Consultant

Working as a service manager for a large pharmaceutical client

Assistant Consultant

Currently working on a project for a major pharmaceutical company of US. Project is related to their business processes and is based on SharePoint 2010, InfoPath and workflows etc.

IT Analyst

Global Online Advanced Toastmasters Club

Find out more about GOAT at globalonlinetmc.toastmastersclubs.org

Treasurer

Basingstoke Speakers Club

President of Basingstoke Speakers Club. Find out more details at http://basingstoke.toastmasterclub.org/

President

Toastmasters International

Area Director of Area A46 which consists of 4 Corporate (Microsoft Speakers, Reading Verizon Toastmasters, Verizon EMEA Toastmasters & Oracle Toastmasters ) and 2 Community Clubs (Reading Speakers & Newbury Speakers) for the toastmasters year 2021-22.

Area Director

Global Online Advanced Toastmasters (GOAT) Club

Chartering president of the Global Online Advanced Toastmasters Club. 
Visit the website https://globalonlinetmc.toastmastersclubs.org/ for more details.

Chartering President

Basingstoke Speakers - Toastmasters Club

Vice President Education

What if your greatest limitation was never your voice, but the story you've been telling yourself? 

That VOICE inside your head screaming: 

“You're not enough”?

Imagine standing on a stage, heart racing, palms sweating – trapped in the loop of 
self-doubt.  

I know because I was THAT person. 

The one who watched opportunities slip away – paralyzed by the phantom of self-doubt.

Until I discovered the most dangerous weapon against fear – Your Authentic Voice. 

So, are you ready to turn your biggest limitation into your ultimate superpower?

Hi, I am Haritosh Srivastav – a passionate Storytelling Coach, Certified World-Class Speaking Coach, and Mentor. I specialize in transforming stage fright into powerful stories that captivate, influence, and inspire. 

With over 17 years as an IT Portfolio Manager at TCS and recognition as an award-winning speaker—International Public Speaking Championship finalist, Distinguished Toastmaster, and Amazon bestselling author of ‘Small Town Bigger Dreams’—I bring the perfect blend of storytelling artistry and leadership insights to take your confidence and communication to the next level! 

Whether you’re a professional looking to ace a keynote, a coach ready to build your brand, or someone seeking to overcome public speaking fears, my proven frameworks will not just help you with words – but a story that moves inspires, and creates momentum – to transform you from Invisible to Invincible!

The Mission: Empowering a Million Voices by 2035

This isn't just a goal. It's a promise. 

My 5-Step Storytelling Framework is more than a methodology. It's a lifeline for those drowning in self-doubt:

🗣️ Mindset Mastery: Rewiring Internal Narratives
🗣️ Story Collection: Excavating your unique experiences
🗣️ Narrative Architecture: Crafting powerful story elements
🗣️ Delivery Dynamics: Transforming technique into art
🗣️ Continuous Evolution: Feedback-driven growth

🟠 Credentials That Speak Volumes
→ Distinguished Toastmasters (Top 1% Globally)
→ Top 10 Best Speech Coach in the UK (Yoodli.ai)
→ Amazon Bestselling Author: 'Small Town Bigger Dreams'

🟠 Join my Community → “Confident Storytelling Hub”
→ Personalized Coaching
→ Daily Micro-Challenges
→ Weekly Mastermind Sessions

Your story isn't waiting to be told. It's waiting to be unleashed.

PS: In a world of noise, your authentic story is your most powerful megaphone.

Your Voice, Your Legacy Starts Here

Choose Wisely. 

Book a Call → Limited Spots Available!

Haritosh Srivastav

💫 𝑯𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑯𝒂𝒅 𝒂 𝑫𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎-𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒆-𝑻𝒓𝒖𝒆 𝑴𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑳𝒊𝒇𝒆?

It’s been a week since 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 (𝐅𝐂𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓)  and honestly, I’m still pinching myself to believe it really happened.

Ever since I began my journey of personal growth and self-development, I’ve attended countless events.

And every single time, I’ve noticed one thing — the people who make the real magic happen behind the scenes: the Crew Members.

They are the silent force that helps teachers, mentors, and coaches create transformational experiences for everyone in the room.

I still remember attending my first Freedom Business Retreat (FBR) in 2023 with my mentor and life-guide Siddharth Rajsekar.

Since that day, I often wondered — what does it take to be a crew member?

A couple of months ago, when I got the message from our amazing community manager Nina Punjabi ma’am confirming that I’d been selected as a Crew Member, I was literally on cloud nine ☁️.

And the experience? Beyond words.
🌟 What I Gained:
✅ Got blessings from the spiritual guru of Sidz
✅ Learned from modern-day influencers like Ranveer Allahbadia, Manish Pandey, and Nachiketh (Beer Biceps Team)
✅ Understood how to build, run & scale a digital-coaching business
✅ Drew massive inspiration from incredible panelists & speakers
✅ And most importantly, learned the true meaning of service over self

This retreat wasn’t just about personal growth.

It was about being in service — helping others have breakthroughs, creating ripples of transformation, and growing together as a community.

Whether as a Crew Member or a Delegate, I can’t wait to be part of FBR 2026.

My respect and gratitude for everyone who serves selflessly has grown manifold. 🙏

#FCR2025 #FreedomBusinessModel #Gratitude #CommunityBuilding #PersonalGrowth #DigitalCoach #ILH #SidzTribe #ConfidentStorytellingHub #StoryPower

Dr. Mani Pavitra Cherag Shah Satyam Khandelwal Riddhi Deorah Ankit Kothari Apurva Tare Shruti Chaudhary Geetika Dadwwaani Vivek Mashrani, CFA Vanita Siddharth Gaurvi Jadhav Ankit Trivedi

Helping You Build an Impactful Personal Brand with Storytelling 101 | Certified Speaking Coach | Top 10 Coach: Recognized by Yoodli.ai in the UK | Turn your Voice into Your Greatest Asset → Reach out NOW.

🌟 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 – 𝐁𝐍𝐈 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚, 𝐀𝐩𝐫 - 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓🌟

What a ride these six months have been!

 When I took up the leadership role at BNI Alpha Chapter, Greater Noida, I thought it was about managing responsibilities.

But oh, it turned out to be so much more — a journey of learning, leading, and growing every single week.

Yes, there were ups and downs, moments of doubt and moments of pride.

But through it all, I walked away with lessons that will stay with me forever 👇

✨ 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐯𝐬. 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧 – It’s one thing to be visible, and another to be known for your consistency and contribution.

✨ 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 – You don’t get credibility by wearing a title. You earn it through action and service.

✨ 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 & 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 – Leadership gave me a chance to connect, collaborate, and create impact beyond my chapter walls.

✨ 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 “𝐃𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞” 𝐭𝐨 “𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞” – The magic happens when you stop ticking boxes and start using the role to uplift others.

✨ 𝐑𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 – Every small act of support creates ripples you may not even see — but they matter.

✨ 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 & 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 – Time management, empathy, communication, teamwork — I learnt more here than in any classroom.

If I were to summarize it all in one line 👇
𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐍𝐈 = 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 + 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. 💥

Grateful to my amazing LT team Anai Tandon, Anur Singhal , our regional leadership team, Anoop K Baloti, Bharat Monga, & others, our executive director of BNI Greater Noida Saurabh Singhal and fellow members of BNi Alpha chapter for making this journey unforgettable 🙏

Here’s to leading with heart, serving with purpose, and growing together. 🌱

#BNI #BNIAlpha #GreaterNoida #LeadershipJourney #BNIIndia #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessNetworking #GrowthMindset #Gratitude #ConfidentStorytelling

Do you really need something tangible to achieve big, or just the right mindset and assurance.
Watch this story to find the interesting story of how a businessman was able to turn around his business.

I have started this new series, Tuesday Tales, where I will be sharing a new story every week with a lesson to learn & share.

Please let me know if you would like me to proceed with the same.

Story Power To You ✨🙌

🎯 Ready to Start Your Own Transformation?
 Join our upcoming Secrets of Storytelling Masterclass — where you’ll learn how to build confidence, find your stories, and tell them with impact.
📅 Reserve your spot now 
👉 Link will be in the comments section.

🌟 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 🌟

Many people ask me why I invest so much time in creating specialized prompts for these monthly challenges.

This is where we see the transformation from the inside out.

Presenting another inspiring story from the Confident Storytelling Hub community.

This time, it’s the story of Sunny Nagpal, famously known as Smiling Sunny, who recently completed our 21-Day Speak to Lead Challenge.

Sunny’s journey is a reminder that real transformation begins within.

He joined our community, thinking it was about communication skills, but over the course of time, he discovered something much deeper. As he puts it - 
💫 “𝐼 𝑐𝑎𝑚𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑘𝑒𝑦𝑛𝑜𝑡𝑒 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛, 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝐼 𝑓𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑎𝑐ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔, ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑔, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑒𝑙𝑓-𝑑𝑖𝑠𝑐𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑦.”

It was great fun conducting his finisher interview. 

Here are some of his powerful takeaways 👇

🧩 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦:
Despite years of creating videos, Sunny realized how structured storytelling gives clarity, flow, and impact.

🔥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫:
Even on nights when he felt tired, he showed up. At 11:30 pm, he recorded his videos because commitment > comfort.

💎 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬:
He beautifully said — “Your outer results are a printout of your inner state — physical, mental, spiritual.”

🤝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬:
When people of all ages come together with a shared mission, something magical happens — transformation becomes collective.

As Sunny said, “I𝑡’𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑏𝑒𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑛𝑢𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 𝑜𝑛𝑒. 𝐼𝑡’𝑠 𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑢𝑡 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑝𝑎𝑠𝑡 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑐𝑙𝑜𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑙𝑜𝑜𝑝𝑠. 𝑇ℎ𝑎𝑡’𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑙 𝑣𝑖𝑐𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑦.”

The link to the full interview is in the comments section.

If you also want to discover the storyteller and leader within you, join us at the Confident Storytelling Hub, where growth isn’t just taught, it’s experienced from the inside out.

🔗 Register for the next Secrets of Storytelling Masterclass -  Link is in the comments section. 

#ConfidentStorytelling #InnerGrowth #TransformationJourney

And Please Do The Correction..

Have you ever been disheartened by someone's quick comment.

Have you ever made a quick comment on someone else's work.

Whether it's in the corporate world or personal lives we often meet people who could pass a quick comment without knowing the background.

And then rarely someone actually wants to correct you with the right intention & mindset.

This story will remind you about the difference between commenting & correcting.

Hope you will enjoy that. 

If you also like to learn how to tell better stories for Greater Influence, Impact & Impact

🎯 That’s exactly what we practice inside the Confident Storytelling Hub -
 turning everyday stories like this into tools for success.

#Storytelling #PersonalGrowth #ConfidentStorytellingHub

Thank you  BNI Greater Noida  for this opportunity & privilege.
Will share my learnings in a separate post next week but all I can express now is Gratitude 🙏

Great leaders don’t just manage — they motivate.
They don’t just guide — they ignite growth.
Here’s to the Leadership Team that turned vision into reality and teamwork into success.
(Apr’25 – Sep’25)
Your leadership made BNI Greater Noida stronger than ever!

PW (PhysicsWallah)

As a professor of communication at Physics Wallah, I have trained over 900+ students in the BFSI sector, achieving a 98% success rate and the highest faculty rating of 4.9/5. 

I have developed a comprehensive student-centric teaching strategy, bridging gaps in experiential learning. My role includes designing robust curricula aligned with market standards and creating Teaching Learning Materials (TLM). 

I have spearheaded program launches, conducted 1:1 interview training programs leading to a 60% rise in average salaries, and played a key role in organizational communication. 

Additionally, I have received appreciation for my training effectiveness, content design, and strategy.

Soft Skills Faculty

Saka Learning Systems

As an independent consultant, I have successfully designed and delivered customized training programs across diverse industries, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, FMCG, aviation, FinTech, retail, and IT. 

My expertise in competency-based behavioral training has been highly appreciated, leading to increased engagement and measurable impact. 

Recognized as an empaneled trainer for Train-the-Trainer (TTT) programs with a top private bank, I have trained 300+ cabin crew in communication and interview skills. I also spearheaded the resume template launch program, surpassing forecasts by 500%, and collaborated with an internationally renowned resume writer for global clients. My approach ensures high CSAT ratings and 98%+ success rates.

Learning And Development Specialist/ Training Manager

Borderless Consultants

Communication Coach & Resume Review

Zero Gravity Photography

As an experienced event coordinator and sales representative, I successfully managed end-to-end event execution while driving revenue growth. A key achievement in my career was being awarded “Employee of the Month” for achieving the highest sales in a single month. This recognition highlighted my ability to build strong client relationships, exceed sales targets, and contribute significantly to business growth. My expertise in training and mentoring new team members further enhanced overall team performance. Now, as I step into a Training Manager role, I aim to leverage my leadership, sales expertise, and event management experience to develop high-performing teams.

Event Director

Soft Skill & Corporate Trainer | 41K | I Help Individuals Master Public Speaking with Confidence | Professor-PW | Speaker - G Summit 2023 | 30+ Webinars | Resume Review & Interview Prep Coach | Trained 1000+ | 30+ Brands

Is communicating with confidence holding you back?
Got your dream job. Now, how to prepare for the interview?
Built a company but struggling to construct a healthy company culture?

Don’t worry, I’m here to help!
Hello, I’m Vrinda Gupta, your go-to Soft Skills Coach & Corporate Trainer

I’ve helped 4000+ professionals develop strong communication skills, enabling them to navigate professional challenges with self-assurance. 

And I’m proud to say that 100% of my clients have achieved their goals after working with me.

Who I’ve Trained:
- IT professionals, cabin crew, and corporate employees
- Students through universities looking forward to getting hired
- National & international industry leaders across multiple industries
- 30+ top brand collaborations including Dove, Puma, Boat, and Times of India

How I Help Professionals & Leaders Grow:
- Interview Preparation
- Workplace Communication
- Sales & Business Communication 
- Networking & Professional Etiquette
- Leadership & Personality Development
- Public Speaking & Confidence Building

Whether you’re a fresher, mid-level executive, manager, or founder, the right soft skills can change everything.

If you’re ready to step up your game, let’s connect! 

DM me or drop me an email at vrindagupta02@gmail.com to get started!

Vrinda Gupta

Last month, I caught myself doing something I coach other leaders not to do:

I avoided a tough conversation; smiled through discomfort.

Told myself, 'it’ll sort itself out'

Classic Green leadership:
Empathetic, supportive, and afraid to shake harmony.

And that’s when it hit me:
I wasn’t protecting my team’s peace.
I was protecting my own comfort.

Because that’s the thing about leadership 
Your strength, when overused, quietly becomes your blind spot.

I’ve always led from Green: calm, approachable, emotionally available.
It’s what makes people feel safe with me.

But the flip side?
I delay hard conversations in the name of empathy.
I hold space when I should hold accountability.

So, I borrowed a little Red: the courage to be direct, even when it’s uncomfortable, and the clarity to call out what needed to change.

And it worked.

Because I finally gave my team what they needed, not what I was comfortable giving.

Since then, I’ve started noticing other colors in the leaders I coach.

🔴 The Reds: bold, decisive, driven
Who lead with fire, until that fire burns everyone out.

🔵 The Blues: steady and rational 
Who overanalyze every move until progress freezes.

🟡 The Yellows: energetic and optimistic 
Who lift the room but ignore the warning signs.

🟣 The Purples: visionary and purpose-led 
Who dream about the future but forget today’s realities.

🟠 The Oranges: fast, fearless, action-first 
Who move quickly but leave clarity behind.

🟢 And the Greens, like me 
Who keep everyone comfortable while avoiding what’s necessary.

This week, I’m still Green - just a little more Red.
Next week? Who knows. Maybe I’ll need a touch of Blue.

So, what color are you leading with right now,
and what shade does your team actually need?

#Leadership #LeadershipStyles #PositiveLeading #LinkedIn #LinkedInNewsIndia #Empathy #SupportiveLeadership

2x TEDx Speaker I Favikon Ambassador (India) I Keynote Speaker I Empowering Leaders with Confident Communication I Soft Skills Coach I Corporate Trainer I DM for Collaborations

2023: I failed in front of 30 senior trainers
2025: I've trained 4000+ professionals

Let me take you back.

📍2023, Train the Trainer program
I was supposed to present a module
Sounds simple, right? 
But not for me

It was my first time presenting. My confidence was already broken from personal struggles. And the minute I stood up, I froze.

→ Went blank when questioned
→ I couldn't explain the concept
→ Gave wrong answers out of pure panic

I failed the test.

Sach main, that room felt like a courtroom. 
And I was guilty of not being good enough.

I walked out thinking, ‘Maybe training is not for me’

But then I remembered something.

This wasn't my first failure.

Engineering? 

Failed 4 subjects in the first two years. 

Cleared them all eventually.

✅So I did what I knew how to do: 
 
I prepared like my career depended on it.

And a couple of months later, I passed.

That failure taught me more than the certification ever could:

→ Confidence comes from preparation, not pretending
→ Clients will hijack your session with tough questions 
→ If you nail the concept clarity, you’ll survive 
→ Failure isn't the end, giving up is

That day, I learned something trainers don't talk about enough:

You'll bomb, blank out, and even feel like a fraud

But if you prepare, persist, and stay humble,

You'll come back stronger.

P.S. Ever failed publicly and bounced back?

#PublicFailureToGrowth #BounceBackStory #TrainerLife #PresentationSkills #PublicSpeaking #FailureIsFeedback #PersistencePays #PreparationMatters

I recorded my first training video 17 times before posting it. 


Not because of tech issues.

Because every time I watched myself, I thought: "Nobody's going to listen to YOU."

Fast forward to today: 

130,000 people chose to listen anyway.

And honestly? 

I'm terrified.

Not grateful-blessed-humbled terrified. 

The real kind.

The kind where you sit and think, “How did this even happen?”

Then I remember.

The 2 AM message: "Your post saved my career." 

The student: "I didn't stutter in my interview because of you." 

The manager: "I finally know how to give feedback without breaking 
someone's confidence."

That's how.

Not for followers. 

For the ripple effect of one person finding their voice.

130,000 of you chose to be part of this.

You didn't follow a perfect expert. 

You followed a messy human trying to make communication matter.

Thank you for letting me be real. 

For showing up even when my posts fall flat.
 
For proving that vulnerability connects more than perfection.

When did you realize YOUR voice has power?

Tell me below. 

I'm reading every single one.

#findingyourvoice #voicehaspower #vulnerabilityoverperfection #growthmindset #storytelling #authenticity #publicspeakingjourney #sharingtoserve #rippleeffect #teachingcommunication

68% of job seekers walk into interviews completely unprepared.

New data from Apna.co surveyed 10,000+ job seekers.

Here’s the breakdown:

Freshers: 21% prepared
Early career: 29% prepared
Experienced: 49% prepared

Now, let’s talk about where does the problem lies:

We’ve normalized learning interview skills through failure.

Freshers burn opportunities figuring out what experienced professionals already know.

We call it ‘gaining experience’
I call it a ‘broken system’

Because we treat interview skills like something you absorb through rejection,

As if you’ll magically get better at articulating your value after enough failed attempts.

To be clear:
That’s not skill development but survival of those who can afford to fail.

The professionals who succeed aren’t always the most talented.

They’re the ones with:

→ Enough interviews to practice on
→ Enough financial cushion to keep applying
→ Enough failed attempts before one finally worked

Meanwhile, freshers who need jobs immediately can’t afford to ‘learn through failure’

We’ve created a preparation gap that looks like a talent gap.

So, here’s my challenge to every professional, 

Stop treating your career like a trial-and-error experiment.

Practice before the stakes are real.

Record yourself answering ‘Why should we hire you?’

-Watch it back later 
-Notice where you ramble
-Where you undersell yourself
-Where you lose clarity

Because the gap between prepared and unprepared is preparation📍

#InterviewPreparation #CareerGrowth #FreshersJobs #SoftSkillsMatter #JobSearchTips #CommunicationSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment

If you met me five years ago, you wouldn’t recognize me.

I was restless and reactive.

The kind of person who needed to have the last word in every room.

The one who fought back, who defended, who spoke louder when others stayed quiet.

I thought that was courage, but it was also control.

I wanted life to go my way, people to understand my point, outcomes to match my effort.

But somewhere along the line, 

I realized I was exhausted.
Every conversation felt like a battle.
Every mistake felt like proof that I wasn’t good enough.

The turning point came during a tough personal phase.

Everything I planned fell apart at once.

For the first time, I couldn’t fix it by working harder.

I stumbled into spirituality almost like it was meant to be.

Five minutes a day praying turned into ten. 
Ten turned into a practice.

For the first time, I wasn’t trying to fix anything.
I was just observing,
My thoughts, my breath, my reactions.

Over the next few months, I started practicing acceptance.

Not the kind that means giving up,

But the kind that says, “I can’t control this, but I can control how I meet it.”

It’s strange how calm becomes addictive once you taste it.

I still get triggered, I still slip up, 

But the comeback is quicker now.

Spirituality taught me that peace is not a personality trait.

It’s a skill that is built through awareness, surrender, and a little bit of grace.

When was the last time you paused before reacting and surprised yourself?

#TransformationStory b #SpiritualJourney #FromReactivityToResponse #PeaceLearning #MindfulLiving #AwarenessPractice #AcceptanceOverResistance #SurrenderAndGrow

If your LinkedIn says ‘Open to work,’ but your mindset still says ‘stuck,’ you are NOT yet ready for the real transition 

Because a career change begins from ‘YOU’, it’s psychological.

The thing is,
You can update your title overnight.
But reprogramming your identity takes work.

And that’s where most people struggle.

I’ve helped professionals across industries navigate this and every successful shift came down to 10 non-negotiables:

1. Get clear on your ‘why’
If you don’t know why you’re leaving, you’ll repeat the same mistake again.

2. Audit your strengths
Not the ones on your resume, the ones that energize you. 

3. Redefine success
The next role might not come with the same title or paycheck, and that’s okay if it aligns with growth.

4. Craft your new narrative
Tell your story like someone connecting dots, not changing directions.

5. Rebuild your network before you need it
The best opportunities come from conversations.

6. Refresh your digital presence
Your LinkedIn should reflect where you’re heading, not where you were.

7. Prepare emotionally for uncertainty.
Transitions test patience, so ground yourself before you take the leap.

8. Permit yourself to pause
Big shifts drain energy. Step back to process the change so you can step forward with intention.

9. Seek feedback, not validation.
Ask, “What can I improve?”, not “What do you think of me?”

10. Prioritize your mental stamina
You can’t create clarity from burnout. 

P.S. Which of these 10 do you think most professionals forget?

#LinkedIn #Work #Lifestyle #Careergrowth #ProfessionalGrowth

In a world racing for tech, automation, and AI, we often assume one thing, 

"If I learn the tool, I’ll win."

But here's a truth I’ve seen across 4,000+ professionals I’ve coached:

Yes, technical skills open doors

Soft skills keep them open and widen them

An article from PeopleMatters reveals some telling figures:

1. 92% of executives say human capabilities are as important as, or more important than, technical expertise.
2. Organisations are calling for stronger communication, emotional intelligence, and adaptability: the skills AI can’t easily replicate. 

Let me translate this in real-world terms:

You might learn every new tool, every new language, every new platform. 

But when change hits fast, what will set you apart is how you connect, how you understand, how you lead when the map is blank.

Here’s what I’ve seen as a professional working in this space:

1. Technical knowledge can get you into the room. But relationships keep you in the conversation.
2. Clarity of thought beats volume of slides. Listening deeply beats talking loudly.
3. Adaptability, empathy, and communication aren’t soft, they’re strategic.

If you’re thinking, “I'll upgrade my tech stack first, and worry about soft skills later”,

Here’s your wake-up call: 
This “later” might already be too late.

🔻Action for you today:

🔰Maybe it’s saying less and listening more
🔰Pick one human skill you’ll actively build this week
🔰Maybe it’s asking one better question in a meeting
🔰Maybe it’s giving feedback that doesn’t feel like critique

Because when tools evolve, business models shift, and technology accelerates, 

One thing remains constant: 

People Still Lead People

P.S. Which human skill do you believe will give you the strongest edge right now? 

Let’s discuss.

#SoftSkillsMatter #PowerSkills #FutureOfWork #CommunicationSkills #VrindaSpeaks

My friend experienced her colleague taking credit for her work in a meeting in front of 15 people (including their CEO)

Her mind screamed, 

‘Say something,’ 

but she didn’t.

(or rather I’d say, ‘she couldn’t)

She told herself that she was ‘being professional’

But she wasn’t being professional.

Rather, she was scared.

That silence cost her a promotion she had worked toward for 8 months.

Remembering this incident last night, I want to say that:

The situations that feel most uncomfortable to face are usually the exact ones blocking your growth.

After years of avoiding every difficult moment possible, here are 10 situations you can’t run from:

1. Owning your mistake publicly
2. The conversation you’ve been avoiding
3. The promotion interview you don’t feel ready for
4. The opportunity that feels too big for you right now
5. The day you want to quit after everything goes wrong
6. Speaking up when someone takes credit for your work 
7. The conflict you keep hoping will somehow resolve itself
8. Learning from someone who is better than you at what you do
9. The feedback that makes you want to defend yourself immediately
10. Admitting “I don’t know” when everyone expects you to have answers

And talking for myself,

Every time I’ve run from discomfort, I’ve delayed my own growth.

Every time I’ve stayed, even when every instinct screamed to leave, 

I’ve built something real.

So, stop asking yourself, 
“How do I avoid uncomfortable situations?”

Start answering, 
“What am I avoiding right now that my career actually needs?”

P.S. What’s one situation you’ve been running from?

#SpeakUp #OwnYourWork #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipTips #CareerAdvice #WomenInLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #CareerMistakes

Last month, I had a panic attack ten minutes before a training session.

Standing in the washroom, hands shaking, I thought,
"You literally teach people how to handle this."
The irony hit hard.

Because here’s what most people never see —
my students see the confident trainer.
Nobody talks about the sleepless nights, the mental exhaustion, or the multiple tabs open in your mind.

“Did that session land?”

Everyone celebrated the confident speaker.
I was just trying to stay steady.

Then it clicked —
you can’t pour from an empty cup.
So I started doing what I ask my students to do:
take my own advice.

I learned about cortisol — the reason your body feels tired but your mind won’t switch off.
Took real breaks between sessions.

And finally listened to my friends persistent suggestion — Vedistry Mentacalm, proven to reduce stress and lower cortisol naturally in just 60 days. (She was right, of course.) 

My thoughts became clearer.

Because stress and sleep aren’t separate — they feed each other.

And when you heal both, your balance returns.
 I also paired it with Vedistry Zzowin —  that helps you fall asleep faster and wake up fresh — the change was overall.

The late-night spirals slowed down.

My mornings felt fresher, steadier. Both are clinically tested and backed by 7 decades of Ayurvedic expertise.

For every coach, trainer, or leader reading this:
Your mental wellness isn’t selfish.

It’s the foundation that makes your work sustainable.

Thanks Vedistry Pvt ltd for this.

We light lamps during Diwali, but some people are that light all year round - steady, warm, asking for nothing in return.

If you’ve been that person for someone, thank you. It matters more than you know.

And if someone’s been that for you - maybe today’s a good day to tell them.

Wishing everyone celebrating a bright and joyful Diwali! May the festival bring you closer to the people who matter most. 🪔✨

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I’ve trained in rooms where people speak English, but think in Marathi, Hindi, Bengali, Tamil

Same company, same goals, but completely different communication styles.

We love patting ourselves on the back for being diverse. 

But when a South Indian team feels a North Indian manager is "too aggressive," or a Gen Z employee thinks their Gen X boss is "dismissive", we call it a "communication gap."

When really it's India's invisible boardroom barrier.

Because while communicating, you’re navigating:

🔹 Cultural nuances
🔹 Generational gaps
🔹 Language preferences
🔹 Urban vs regional perspectives

And if you're not adapting, you’re alienating.

Here's my 3A’s of Cross-cultural communication framework:

1. Awareness:
Recognize that your communication style is shaped by region, generation, and upbringing. It's not universal.

2. Adaptation:
Match your message to your audience. One style doesn't fit all rooms.

3. Ask:
When in doubt, clarify:
What does yes mean here?
How do you prefer feedback?
What's the protocol for disagreement?

India's diversity is incredible. 

But if we are not actively learning to communicate across cultures, not just languages, we're wasting it.

P.S. What's your biggest cross-cultural communication struggle?

#CrossCulturalCommunication #AwarenessAdaptationAsk #3AsFramework #Awareness #Adaptation #Ask #CommunicationGaps

“Don’t print the deck, we’re being eco-friendly.” 

Meanwhile, 10 trainers flown across 5 cities in one week.

Let's be real.

Going digital doesn’t mean sustainability.
Let’s call it what it is, Greenwashing in training.

Flying 50 people to Goa for a 2-day workshop? 

That's 25 tons of CO2.

Running the same program as a blended model:

1 day virtual, 1 day local hubs
(You just cut emissions by 60%)

Green training is not about saving paper. 

It's about rethinking how we learn.

Now let’s understand why digital+blending is better than traditional:

🔰CARBON IMPACT
→ No printed materials = less waste 
→ No flights = massive emissions cut 
→ No venue energy consumption = smaller footprint

🔰ACCESSIBILITY
→ Working parents don't miss sessions 
→ Tier-2/3 city teams get SAME quality training 
→ People with mobility challenges participate easily

🔰EFFECTIVENESS
→ Async reinforcement = better retention
→ Pre-recorded modules = learn at your pace 
→ Virtual live sessions = real-time interaction, no travel fatigue 

🔰COST EFFICIENCY
→ One digital module = infinite reuse
→ No travel/accommodation/venue costs 
→ Trainers reach MORE people with LESS logistics 

P.S. Is your company still doing carbon-heavy training?

#GreenTraining #SustainableLearning #EcoFriendlyTraining #DigitalTraining #BlendedLearning #CarbonFootprint

Your organization is losing $55,000 per employee every year.
Not from bad strategy or wrong hires.

But from people who can’t communicate clearly.

#BizTalks

New research this week confirms what I see in every training session:

Ineffective communication costs companies between $10,000–$55,000 per employee annually.

Not just “lost productivity.” Actual cost from:

→ Hundreds of hours responding to unclear messages
→ 63% citing wasted time as the biggest consequence
→ 54% of professionals struggling to manage daily communications
→ 68% of customers leaving because company reps can’t communicate

Meanwhile, 57% of employers say communication is the #1 skill they need.

So companies are losing millions from the very skill they need most but rarely train people on.

Here’s what’s changed:

•⁠ ⁠Email is dying; only 18% still prefer it
•⁠ ⁠Teams use 7+ collaboration tools
•⁠ ⁠Video calls and instant messaging dominate

More tools don’t mean better communication.
Just more places to miscommunicate, faster.

What I’m watching happen:

•⁠ ⁠Leaders sending 50 Slack messages when one clear call would solve it
•⁠ ⁠Professionals drowning in notifications but starving for connection
•⁠ ⁠Teams with every tool possible, still missing critical information

The communication skills that actually matter now:

→ Communicating clearly with AI integrated into workflows
→ Reading tone in text when 55% fear misinterpreting messages
→ Saying complex things simply when everyone else overcomplicates
→ Knowing which channel to use when (email vs. Slack vs. meeting vs. nothing)

India’s corporate training market is growing 16.3% annually.

Leadership and soft skills training now have renewed importance across every major report.

Because organizations are finally realizing:

You can have the best AI tools in the world.

But if your people can’t communicate, you’re just automating confusion.

So ask yourself:

How much is poor communication costing YOU?

1. Lost opportunities because your pitch wasn’t clear?
2. ⁠Wasted hours in meetings that could’ve been one message?
3. Missed promotions because you couldn’t articulate your impact?

Calculate it and then decide if communication training is a “nice to have” or survival.

#BusinessCommunication #ClearCommunication #EffectiveCommunication #CommunicationTraining #CommunicationSkills #BizTalks #SoftSkills #LeadershipDevelopment

Welcome to #BizTalks, where I break down what’s shaping business in 2025, and why it matters to your career.

Here’s what I’m seeing across workplaces in India:

1. The job market is projected to grow only 4.4% in H2 of 2025-26, up from 2.8% earlier. Growth is cautious, not carefree. 

2. Over 90% of Gen Z professionals in India say visual communication skills matter more than ever. They want design-led workflows, not just text-heavy reports. 

3. Employers list communication skills as India’s #1 hiring priority (37% of employers say so). In a world of hybrid teams and cross-border meetings, clarity is now non-negotiable. 

A new Harvard-backed list shows the most future-proof skills: communication, persuasion, emotional intelligence and adaptability. 

Meanwhile, automation and AI aren’t distant threats; they’re already reshaping roles across sectors. 

If you’re leaning only on your degree, you’re running behind. 

After training thousands of professionals and speaking on many stages, here’s what I know for sure:

🔰 Technical skills might get you the interview
🔰 Human skills get you the room

Because when everything else changes, one thing remains constant:
Those who speak with clarity, listen with intent, and lead with empathy will always stand out.

The question you must ask today isn’t Do soft skills matter?

It’s How fast are you building yours?

So I’ll ask you:

If you could fix one communication gap in your workplace right now, what would you pick?

#LeadershipDevelopment #SoftSkillsMatter #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceSkills #CommunicationSkills #VrindaSpeaks

Every week, I meet professionals buried in certifications, data tools, AI prompts, leadership badges, and yet still unsure what to say in a tough meeting or how to lead through uncertainty.

So, I’m breaking the ice today:
The future doesn’t care how many tools you’ve learned.

It cares how 

→ Clearly you can think
→ Calmly you can lead
→ Effectively you can communicate under pressure

Upskilling is everywhere, yes, we get it.

But how much of it is actually useful?

According to the World Economic Forum, 39% of core skills will change by 2030.

And yet that doesn’t mean we need newer skills 

It means we’ve undervalued the ones that already matter most.

So what actually makes someone future-ready?

3 things that never go out of style:

1. Analytical thinking
2. Communication
3. Adaptability

And here’s the good news:

You don’t need a course or a badge to build these.
You just need practice, quiet, weekly, deliberate reps.

Try this for 15 minutes a week:

→ Revisit one decision 
What was your logic behind it?

→ Rewrite one email 
Was it as clear and respectful as it could be?

→ Reflect on one moment of change 
How did you respond?

That’s the real upskilling plan

More self-awareness

More precision

More influence

Because maybe the future won’t reward those who learn the most.

It’ll reward those who can communicate what they already know, better.

#FutureOfWork #SoftSkillsMatter #LeadershipDevelopment #CommunicationSkills #Upskilling #CareerGrowth

AI writes better content than my team now. 

What's my value?

This is what a product manager asked me this yesterday. 

She looked like her career just became obsolete.

I asked her: "Can AI feel the frustration your customer felt at 2 AM when they abandoned their cart?"

And she paused before answering:

"No, 
But does that matter if the AI copy converts better?"

Wrong question!

Right question: 

"What can I do that a machine never will?"

Here's Bernard Marr's answer:

9 skills AI can't touch:

1. Creativity
2. Leadership
3. Critical thinking
4. ⁠Communication
5. ⁠Growth mindset
6. Decision-making
7. Cultural intelligence
8. Embracing change
9. Emotional intelligence

But we've called these "soft" for so long, we forgot they're actually the hardest to develop.

AI now handles the "hard" stuff like data, analysis, pattern recognition, content.

What it can't do is pattern breaking.

AI optimizes existing solutions. 

Humans imagine solutions that don't exist yet.

But we're terrible at this.

We've been trained to analyze, not invent. 

Perfect processes, not question them. 

Sound smart using existing frameworks, not create new ones.

Meanwhile, AI is getting really good at sounding smart with existing frameworks.

So what's actually left for us?

The messy human work:

→ Asking questions that feel stupid but unlock new thinking
→ Leading through uncertainty without fake certainty
→ Connecting ideas from wildly different places
→ Feeling problems customers can't articulate
→ Reading tension in a room that data misses

Your technical skills have an expiration date.

Your ability to think creatively, communicate clearly, read emotions, and adapt? 

That's permanent value📍

P.S. What "soft skill" have you been dismissing that's blocking your impact?

#AIvsHumans #CreativityVsAI #SoftSkillsMatter #HumanValue #CriticalThinking #EmotionalIntelligence #Communication #GrowthMindset

HISTORY MADE 🇮🇳🏆

India’s women have done it!

World Champions, 2025

From close calls to complete domination, what a journey.

What grit
What grace
What power

It’s a win for every girl who’s ever picked up a bat,

Every woman who’s ever been told ‘not your game’

Take a bow, Team India!

You didn’t just lift the trophy, 

You lifted a nation’s spirit!

#ICCWomensWorldCup #TeamIndia #ProudMoment #WomenInSport #HistoryMade

Welcome to #BizTalks, my Wednesday series where I break down what’s shaping business in 2025 and why it matters to your career.

Here’s what’s unfolding across workplaces in India:

1. ₹35,000 Cr is being spent on corporate training, yet 68% of managers still struggle to give feedback that builds trust.

2. India has 100M+ professionals on LinkedIn, but most can’t describe their value in one clear line.

3. 75% of organizations have made hybrid work permanent, yet presence through a screen is still a skill very few master.

4. Gen Z doesn’t want control. They want coaching, honesty, and real conversations.

5. The demand for communication and leadership training has risen 85% year on year as businesses realize that connection drives performance.

After two TEDx talks and training more than 5,000 professionals, here’s my biggest takeaway:-

🔰Technology gives you tools, but
🔰Communication gives you influence.

When everything else changes, one thing remains constant:

The professionals who speak with clarity, listen with intent, and lead with empathy always stand out📍

The question isn’t whether soft skills matter. 

It’s how quickly you’re building yours.

So let me ask you this,

If you could fix one communication gap in your workplace today, what would it be?

#BizTalks #WednesdaySeries #IndiaWorkplaceTrends #CorporateTraining #FeedbackThatBuildsTrust #LinkedInValue #ClearValueProposition #HybridWork

Why is your 1:1 a waste of time?

Because you use them to get updates, not build trust

And trust is the only thing that moves performance

A client told me last week, “My team never comes to me with problems until it’s too late.”

I asked, “When they do, what happens?”

He said, “I tell them how to fix it.”

There’s the answer.

You think you’re being efficient.

They think you don’t care.

Leaders keep asking why engagement is down. 

Meanwhile:

→ They cancel 1-on-1s for urgent meetings
→ Ask “How are you?” but can't wait for an answer
→ Say “My door’s open” but close it on honesty

→ Preach “psychological safety” but reward silence

The gap between what you say and what you do is the real trust deficit.

1. Inclusive leaders boost results by 17%
2. High-trust teams outperform others by 286%
3. Employees who feel heard are 4.6x more likely to do their best work

So stop treating empathy like a soft skill; it’s your ROI multiplier.

Your team isn’t underperforming because they don’t care.

They’re underperforming because they don’t feel safe telling you the truth.

So here’s your next 1:1 question:

What’s one thing I could do differently to make your job easier?

#leadership #trust #psychologicalSafety #employeeEngagement #1on1 #teamPerformance #inclusiveLeadership

Soft skills just got rebranded, and it changes everything.

Last week, LinkedIn released its 2025 Workplace Learning Report.

The message from global L&D leaders was loud and clear:
Soft skills are now "power skills."

Not because it sounds better.

But because in today’s economy:

1. AI can summarize a report. But it can’t influence the room.

2. Automation can speed up workflows. 
But it can’t align people.

3. Tools can do the task. 
But only humans can build trust.

The top 4 capabilities L&D leaders are investing in globally are:

→ Leadership
→ Communication
→ Collaboration
→ Adaptability

Not technical certifications
Not software upskilling
Just fluency at scale

This is no longer a “development opportunity.”
It’s a business differentiator.

Because when your team can:

1. Speak with precision
2. Manage conflict with grace
3. Lead meetings that drive real action
4. Deliver feedback that lands
5. Shift tone depending on who's in the room

You don’t just work better,
you lead faster.

The WEF says 39% of core skills will be obsolete by 2030.

But communication, resilience, and decision-making under pressure will amplify. 

However, my question today is:

If communication is listed as a key skill in every job description then why m is it still the least rigorously trained skill in the business?

#softskills #communicationcoach #coach #coachinbusiness #leadership

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