Self-employed

Freelance Corporate Trainer- Soft Skills/ Behavioral/ Leadership Development

Wisdom Xtra

Soft Skills/ Behavioral/ Leadership Development Trainer

Momentum Training & HR Consultancy

Soft Skills/Behavioral/Leadership Development Trainer

I help professionals & students to learn & grow personally and professionally I Corporate Trainer I Soft Skills & Leadership Development Trainer I Career Coach I Communication Skills Trainer II Career Counselor

"Ignite your passion and find your calling!"
This quote can't be more true to my life story.
After completing my graduation and post graduation in Banking & Finance, the most expected and obvious choice would be to work in any organization in the same sector. And yes, that's exactly what I did.
After working for 2 leading banks in India, I realized that my passion lies elsewhere.
After juggling with couple of other fields, I reached my true calling- TRAINING/ FACILITATING!
The last 10 years in the this field have been a learning and a liberating experience for me. I have stumbled many a times, but gathered the strength to get up and carry on.  I have successfully imparted trainings to more than 6000 participants from all walks of life (Students & professionals). 
Have successfully designed, developed and delivered workshops/ sessions in leading organizations for
1. Soft Skills
2. Leadership Skills
3. Interview Skills- CAMPUS TO CORPORATE
4. Communication Skills
5. Business Etiquette 
6. Personality Development
7. Public Speaking
8. Spoken English
9. Team Building
10. Personal Effectiveness
Being a Corporate Trainer, gives me the opportunity to meet and interact with participants, become a part of their learning journey, and make may be a small but positive impact in their personal as well as professional lives. 
Along the way, a new field also sparked my interest while guiding students and I pursued my certification in career counseling. As a Certified Career Counselor, I have successfully been guiding and helping students make the right and informed career choice.
Looking to enhance and improve many more professionals and students to realize their potential in their respective fields.

If you are looking to connect with me, feel free to mail me on rajulkastiya1@gmail.com 
or 
Book a call on https://topmate.io/rajul_kastiya

It’s easy to lead when the track is clear — real leadership shows up when it’s not.

In a high-speed race, a sudden crash right ahead could’ve ended it all — but the rider behind doesn’t stop.
He steadies his grip, maneuvers swiftly, and keeps going.

That’s leadership.
💪🏻Not the absence of chaos, but the ability to stay calm within it.
💪🏻Not about having control over everything, but knowing how to steer when things go wrong.

Because in moments of uncertainty, your team doesn’t just need directions —
they need to see you steady, composed, and still moving forward.

Leaders don’t wait for perfect conditions.
They lead through tough moments, adjust as they go, and keep moving forward.

How do you keep your team steady when everything around feels uncertain?

#Leadership #LeadingThroughChange #LeadershipMindset #CalmInChaos

Rajul Kastiya

LinkedIn Top Voice | 53K+ Community | Empowering Professionals to Communicate Confidently, Lead Authentically & Live with Balance | Corporate Trainer | Leadership & Communication Coach

HISTORY CREATED! 🇮🇳🏆
For the first time ever — India’s women’s cricket team are World Champions!

What a moment. What a story. What a team. 💙
A victory that goes far beyond the scoreboard — it’s a story of belief, patience, and rising when it truly matters.

Because this triumph isn’t just about the final match…
It’s about Jemimah Rodrigues and Deepti Sharma, who spent most of the tournament off the field, not in the playing XI.
Yet, when the opportunity came — in the semifinal and the final — they didn’t just play.
They performed. They delivered. They defined what resilience looks like. 

It’s a beautiful life lesson for all of us:
👉 You may feel unseen today — but that doesn’t mean you’re unworthy.
👉 You may be waiting for your chance — but that doesn’t mean it won’t come.
👉 Every bit of effort, every moment of preparation, is silently building you for your time.

Because when that moment arrives, it belongs to those who never stopped believing. 💫

Congratulations, Team India — you’ve not just lifted the World Cup, you’ve lifted the spirit of a nation.👏🏻💯🫶🏻

#TeamIndia #WomensCricket #WorldChampions #NeverGiveUp  #BelieveInYourself

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There comes a stage in life when the roles quietly reverse.
Our parents cared for us… and now we find ourselves worrying about them.

With two sets of aging parents at home—and all of us being completely vegetarian—one concern keeps coming up:
Are they getting enough protein to maintain strength and energy?

The truth is, even with so many products in the market, very few fit into our parents’ regular eating habits. That’s why GOOD MONK (Superfoods Valley Pvt. Ltd.) Plant Protein for Rotis felt different.

One evening I decided to try something new while preparing dinner, I simply mixed 2 scoops of Good Monk Plant Protein into one katori (80g) of atta.
The rotis tasted exactly the same—same colour, same texture—but each had 5g of added clean protein.

And the ingredients?
✔ Pure plant protein
✔ Gut-friendly probiotics
✔ No sugar, no sweeteners
✔ No artificial flavour or fillers

Exactly the kind of nutrition our parents won’t resist… and will actually benefit from.

We’ve now started giving it to both our parents and close relatives, and I genuinely recommend it to anyone with parents who struggle with protein intake.

Thank you, Good Monk, for creating something simple, clean, and family-friendly.

We can’t stop time…
but we can support the people who once supported us.

Before you give up… try one more time.

✨Sometimes all it takes is one more try.
✨One more moment of patience.
✨One more ounce of belief.

And never let anyone convince you that something is impossible.

Don’t give up on a person, a situation, or a problem too soon.

Persistence has a way of turning the unlikely into the unforgettable.

Keep trying! Keep thriving!

#GrowthMindset #NeverGiveUp #LeadershipLessons #Resilience

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“I almost said no to an opportunity that changed the entire course of my career.”

More than a decade ago, when I was training in colleges, a new opportunity came my way — a corporate training assignment.

It was something I had never done before, and honestly, I was nervous.
Questions filled my mind —
🤔How will I connect with professionals?
🤔Will I be able to meet their expectations?
🤔Do I even belong in the corporate training space?

That’s when my husband sat me down and said something that completely shifted my thinking —

 “Why are you looking at it as something you’ve never done?
Look at it as an opportunity to do something new, something different, and to learn in the process.”

That mindset shift changed everything for me.
I realized that our biggest limitation often isn’t our skillset, but our mindset.

Yes, there are times when we aren’t fully prepared or don’t have all the answers —
but it’s our willingness to step forward, learn, and grow that truly shapes our journey.

That one opportunity became so much more than just a new assignment —
it became a chance to impact people, touch lives, and make a difference through what I love doing most — helping others grow.

I’m so glad I took that leap.
There’s been no looking back since then — from training young professionals to collaborating with leaders across industries, from conducting in-person sessions to designing large-scale organizational interventions — every step has been a new learning, a new evolution.

And it all began with a simple shift in mindset.

#MindsetMatters #GrowthMindset #LearningJourney #LeadershipDevelopment

I don’t speak less because I’m unsure. I speak less because I observe more.

This image of the rhino painting its own horn into every landscape instantly reminded me of something I experience almost everywhere I go.

Whether it’s a meeting, a gathering, or a new group of people, I’m usually the quiet one at the beginning. And many times, people assume that means I’m shy, hesitant, or not fully present.

But my silence isn’t uncertainty.
It’s awareness.

I like to take a moment to read the room —the people, the mood, the energy, the unsaid things.
It helps me understand the environment, think clearly, and respond with intention rather than rushing in.

Once, at a social gathering, someone said,
“You’re so quiet initially… I wasn’t sure if you wanted to talk.”

By the end of the evening, after a longer conversation, they said:
“Now I see it — you first observe, reflect… and then speak.”

And that’s exactly what this image symbolizes:
people interpret silence through their lens, not yours.

For some, quietness means discomfort.
For others, disinterest.
But for me, it means clarity, presence, and depth.

Just like the rhino painting what it knows, people often project their assumptions onto our behaviour.
But silence can be strength, confidence, or simply a different way of engaging with the world.

Over time, I’ve learned to embrace this:

✨Quiet isn’t the absence of confidence.
✨Quiet is confidence expressed differently.

Do you feel the same? How has your quietness shaped the way people perceive you?

#SelfAwareness #LeadershipJourney #PersonalGrowth #MindsetMatters

"Stop letting people live rent-free in your head."

Ever noticed how much mental space we give to things that don’t even deserve it?
A rude comment.
An unpleasant tone.
Someone not meeting our expectations.

We replay these moments again and again, letting them dictate our moods and energy — even when they hold no real significance in the long run.

But do they really deserve that kind of power over us?

With time and maturity, shouldn’t we be learning to let go —
to protect our peace,
to focus our energy on what truly matters,
and to stop giving others the remote control to our emotions?

✨ This Monday morning, let’s make a conscious choice:
✅Take back control of your peace.
✅Respond with calm, not chaos.
✅Focus on what fuels you, and release what drains you.

Because your peace of mind is far too valuable to be handed over to anyone else. 

What’s one thing you’re choosing to let go of this week?

#MindsetMatters #MondayMotivation #LetGo #EmotionalIntelligence

Is your anger controlling you—or are you controlling it? 🤔

In leadership trainings, I often hear managers say,

“I lost my temper in the moment… and later regretted it.”

It happens to the best of us.
😡A sharp word in a meeting.
😡A frustrated reaction to a mistake.
😡An angry email sent too soon.

But here’s the truth—
Anger doesn’t punish others. It punishes us—and sometimes, our credibility as leaders.

When we lead through anger, people don’t remember the message.
They remember the tone.

A few strategies I often share with leaders:
✅ Pause & Breathe before reacting—it buys you clarity.
✅ Count to 10—those seconds can save relationships.
✅ Ask: “Will this still matter next week?”
✅ Be assertive, not aggressive—firm yet respectful communication earns trust.

Let's not forget - Holding onto anger is like holding a burning coal—you’re the one who gets burned first.

True leadership isn’t about controlling others.
It’s about mastering yourself.

How do you manage emotions when pressure rises?

#Leadership #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfAwareness #MindsetShift

What feels hard today fuels you tomorrow.

Most mornings, I walk into the gym at 6 am.
And now that winter is arriving, the cold air greets me first. It feels sharp, a little uncomfortable… something my body resists initially.

But after a solid workout, when I step out and head back home, that same cold feels energising. Almost like a reward wrapped in a breeze.

It reminded me of my early days as a corporate trainer.
Delivering sessions used to create the same discomfort… the nervousness, the uncertainty, the “am I ready for this?” feeling.
Yet today, those very sessions give me a rush. They fill me with purpose, energy, and a spark that stays with me long after the session ends.

Nothing about the cold has changed.
Nothing about the sessions changed either.
What changed was my relationship with the discomfort.

That’s how growth works.
The things that feel uncomfortable at the beginning often become the things that strengthen us the most.

Keep stepping into your “morning cold.” One day, it becomes your fuel.

#GrowthMindset #DiscomfortToStrength #Consistency

A team isn’t defined by how often it wins… but by how it rises after every fall.

What struck me deeply in the Indian women’s cricket team’s conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi was this simple truth:

When one player performed well, everyone celebrated.
When someone didn’t have a great day, a teammate placed a hand on her shoulder and said, “It’s okay, you’ll come back stronger.”

That’s what real unity looks like — showing up for each other not just in moments of applause, but in moments of doubt.

In our workplaces too, performance doesn’t dip because people lack talent… it dips when they feel alone.

Imagine what we could achieve if we:
✨ Celebrated each other’s wins without hesitation
✨ Backed a colleague who’s struggling instead of judging
✨ Focused on lifting the team’s mood, not pointing fingers
✨ Reminded each other that one bad day doesn’t define anyone

Strong teams aren’t built on perfect results —
they’re built on trust, empathy, and the courage to stand together when someone stumbles.

If you have a teammate who has your back, tag them below. Let them know they matter. 💙🏆

#TeamCulture #CollaborationMatters #TogetherWeRise

Some grow in the sunlight🌞. Others in silence.

When I look back at my own journey, I realize — growth has never looked the same at every stage.

There were seasons where progress was visible — new opportunities, recognition, results.
And then there were times when growth was silent — learning patience, resilience, and balance.

Just because someone else is blooming differently doesn’t mean you’re behind.
Roots take time too. 🌱

Keep nurturing your path.
Growth is happening — even when it doesn’t look like it.🌿

#GrowthMindset #Reflection #LearningJourney

Your phone isn’t the only thing that needs airplane mode. ✈️

When you switch it on, the noise disappears — but the camera still clicks, the music still plays, the notes still save.

It doesn’t lose its purpose.
It just functions in peace.

We’re the same.
We don’t need every notification, every opinion, every distraction.

Sometimes the fastest way to move forward…
is to disconnect and finally hear yourself again. 

#Mindfulness #Focus #InnerPeace

Midweek and your brain has 47 tabs open? 💻

Time to hit "Ctrl + Alt + Breathe"

Refresh. Refocus. Restart. 🔛

Sometimes, a single deep breath is all it takes to bring clarity back.

What helps you find your calm when everything feels a bit too much?


#MidweekMotivation #WednesdayWisdom #Mindfulness #Breathe

During a recent training session on Office Etiquette, we were discussing how important it is to stay away from gossip and office politics.

That’s when one participant raised a point that really made me pause.
She said —

“Ma’am, what you’re saying is right, but practically we can’t stay away from it.
And if we don’t get involved, we miss out on understanding office power dynamics… and might even be left out.”

That statement hit hard — because it’s honest.

Here’s what I shared with the group:

✅ 1️⃣ “It’s not possible to stay away from gossip.”
You’re right — we can’t control the environment.
But we can control our participation.
You can stay aware without getting involved.
You can listen mindfully without contributing.
You can maintain connections without compromising integrity.
Boundaries don’t make you distant — they make you dependable.

✅ 2️⃣ “We’ll be left out if we don’t join in.”
Let’s rethink what being included really means.
Being part of the crowd is easy.
Being trusted and respected is earned.
Yes, you may miss a few conversations — but you’ll gain something far more valuable:
Credibility, peace of mind, and long-term respect.

Because gossip may give temporary inclusion, but integrity earns lasting influence.

#WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #OfficeEtiquette 

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Happy Weekend Everyone!

Relax. Recharge. Refresh.

#TGIF #Recharge #Relax #WeekendVibes

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