{"id":20328,"date":"2024-04-04T10:01:13","date_gmt":"2024-04-04T10:01:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etashasociety.org\/?p=20328"},"modified":"2024-04-05T05:15:53","modified_gmt":"2024-04-05T05:15:53","slug":"choosing-your-path-navigating-careers-with-confidence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etashasociety.org\/choosing-your-path-navigating-careers-with-confidence\/","title":{"rendered":"Aashni&#8217;s Experience: Fortunate to Receive Timely Career Guidance, Yet Recognizing Its Unavailability for Many!!"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"20328\" class=\"elementor elementor-20328\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-e0d3465 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"e0d3465\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ddd2935\" data-id=\"ddd2935\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-40eb72e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"40eb72e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.13.3 - 22-05-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">As I sit down to pen my thoughts on the world of career counselling in India, my little 8 year old brother peeks over my shoulder &#8211; amazed. \u201cCareer guidance? Isn&#8217;t it just about doing what we love the most, didi?&#8221;<\/span><\/p><p><b id=\"docs-internal-guid-7217fdd1-7fff-28b2-324c-bbfcf0d589b9\" style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">Oh, the innocence of childhood!<\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">From the red bricked halls of DPS noida, I&#8217;ve had the privilege to attend numerous career-related sessions and workshops organised by my school.<\/span><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">Expert career counsellors, armed with glossy brochures and persuasive pitches, take centre stage, promising nothing short of a guaranteed ticket to Yale or Harvard. But as the session progresses, the facade begins to crumble and\u00a0 a pattern emerges: the incessant push to purchase their packages.<\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">This has, however,\u00a0 exposed me to various professions I would&#8217;ve never considered otherwise &#8211; criminal psychologist, video game developer etc. in fact had it not been for such a workshop I never would have found my calling &#8211; econometrics. A perfect blend in mathematics and economics, two of my favourite subjects.<\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">I have been privileged enough to have relatives from various backgrounds &#8211; my parents, doctors, uncles in the armed forces and so on. However, their well meaning advice is tainted with personal biases and outdated perspectives.I recall one relative dismissing the field of graphic design as &#8220;useless,&#8221; prophesying its impending demise at the hands of AI.<\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">While I face no problems with my choice of career, it is extremely hard to understand the exact procedure for college admissions especially for unconventional routes other than medical or engineering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">In fact there is still a lot of uncertainty with new exams like CUET &#8211; how many domain subjects does one apply for? What is the percentile criteria?<\/span><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">Making transparent rules and clear criterias, the authorities can certainly reduce additional anxiety for students.<\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">So, to my fellow students embarking on this journey &#8211; Let&#8217;s question the motives behind the advice we receive and seek out alternative sources.<\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">ETASHA\u2019s Career Highway program is one such invaluable resource that goes a step ahead &#8211; it provides personalised career counselling for adolescents. The digitized <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">Career Highway Workshop<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"> assists each student to identify the career most suited to his\/her aptitudes, interests and competitive ability assessed through standardized psychometric tests. A counsellor is physically present to guide the students throughout the session. All the queries are taken up and answered including individual issues and concerns. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">The process takes around 5 hours to complete it using a smartphone\/laptop. This is a streamlined platform for students to explore career options, select preferences, and formulate actionable plans. With expert guidance and accessible digital tools, participants gain clarity and confidence in navigating their career journey effectively.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">The lack of knowledge and resources amongst the weaker sections of our society widens the already existing socio-economic gaps and\u00a0 hinders their ability to make informed decisions about their futures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">Each one of us deserves unbiased guidance and a genuine understanding of our aspirations and capabilities!<\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">Your support can empower students to make informed decisions <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">and help them to embark on successful professional pathways.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">Donate to support &#8211;<\/span><a style=\"text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.etashasociety.org\/donate\/\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #1155cc; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; -webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\">https:\/\/www.etashasociety.org\/donate\/<\/span><\/a><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Author: This blog has been written by Aashni Jamwal.<\/span><\/p><div><span style=\"font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"border: none; display: inline-block; overflow: hidden; width: 373px; height: 498px;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As I sit down to pen my thoughts on the world of career counselling in India, my little 8 year old brother peeks over my shoulder &#8211; amazed. \u201cCareer guidance? 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