At BrilliantRead Media, we always strive to bring meaningful and powerful stories from India and around the world to empower and motivate our growing community. As part of this endeavour, we invited Shweta Mandal for an exclusive interview with us. Shweta is an Entrepreneur, Leader, Coach, Speaker, Consultant, NLP Practitioner, Influencer and Change Enabler. She is the Founder of Pro-Orator Academy. Let’s learn more about her incredible journey, her background, and her advice for our growing community!
Excerpts from our exclusive interview with Shweta:
Could you please talk us through your background and your journey?
I am a professional corporate leadership coach specializing in expressive communication, leadership development, and growth mindset for senior executives.
With over 18 years of experience in HR, people operations, and coaching, I am dedicated to assisting leaders in expressing their emotions in their communication effectively using EI methods.
Through my coaching, I help them improve their public speaking and presentation skills and their growth Mindset transformation.”
My comprehensive program is designed to boost confidence and self-esteem by providing professional speaking techniques, overcoming limiting beliefs, conquering fears, and cultivating a positive mindset.
I offer tailored training programs for senior executives that encompass various areas such as communication skills, body language, leadership development, confidence building, harnessing a positive attitude, mindset development, mindfulness, and speaking fluency utilizing the Emotional Intelligence method.
As a coach, my aim is to inspire and motivate individuals to achieve their personal and professional goals. In my role, I specialize in helping leaders reach their objectives by enhancing productivity and eliminating workplace procrastination.
During our sessions, I assist my clients in visualizing their ideal future and collaborate with them to develop a roadmap for success. Together, we embark on the journey, celebrating milestones and ensuring accountability along the way.
I am committed to being their reliable accountability partner and trusted coach, supporting them throughout their personal and professional growth.”
How did you discover your passion as a ‘Coach’?
I discovered my passion as a coach during my second career as a public speaking trainer. Initially, I focused on teaching people tools and techniques to become better speakers. However, I soon realized that for many individuals, the real issue wasn’t their ability to speak but their lack of confidence stemming from past traumas or negative memories.
This realization came to me while working with a particularly challenging client who was consistently struggling and visibly anxious.”
One day, I decided to sit down and have a candid conversation with this client. I asked probing questions about their past experiences and fears of public speaking. Through this conversation, it became abundantly clear to me that coaching was an integral part of helping them overcome their obstacles. It wasn’t just about teaching skills; it was about addressing the underlying issues that they couldn’t see, didn’t know how to address, or were unwilling to confront.
As I delved deeper into this aspect of coaching and witnessed the transformation it brought about in my clients’ lives, my passion for coaching was ignited. I found immense satisfaction in helping individuals break free from mental barriers.”
I helped them develop the confidence they needed not just for public speaking but in various aspects of their lives. This realization led me to fully embrace coaching as my true calling. It continues to bring me profound joy and fulfilment as I witness the positive changes I can facilitate in my clients’ lives.
How do you manage to keep going despite the challenges? What drives you?
Life is full of challenges and will continue to do so as long as we live. I have accepted the perspective that challenges are opportunities for growth and learning, instead of dwelling on them. My mindset shift has been instrumental in keeping me going despite the obstacles I face every day.
What truly drives me and fuels my determination is my unwavering commitment to adding more value to my clients’ lives.”
Being able to witness their growth, self-confidence, and overall well-being as a result of coaching is incredibly rewarding. My motivation comes from knowing I can help them overcome obstacles, achieve their goals, and lead more fulfilling lives.
I am motivated to continue coaching when a client makes significant progress, experiences a breakthrough, or gains new insight. I am inspired to continue this rewarding journey because I receive genuine satisfaction from helping others overcome challenges and realize their potential.
Who do you believe has been the biggest source of motivation in your daily life?
The greatest source of motivation in my daily life has been my husband and son. The passion I have for coaching is largely inspired by my son. Due to ADHD, he has difficulty communicating his emotions and speaking effectively.
My realization came during the process of seeking therapy and support for my son. Many senior-level executives face similar barriers to expressing their emotions and thoughts, which makes it difficult to communicate effectively.”
What motivates me even more is the fact that despite his own challenges, my son has always understood and supported my work. His unwavering support has encouraged me to pursue my goals and help others overcome communication barriers.
What are some of the strategies that you believe have helped you grow as a person?
Several strategies have played a pivotal role in my personal growth journey:
Finding a Mentor and Coach: Seeking guidance and mentorship from experienced individuals who have walked a similar path can be transformative. It changed my life when I met with my mentor, who offered me valuable insight, constructive feedback, and helped me navigate challenges more effectively.
Never Giving Up on Your Dream: Persistence and determination are key factors in personal growth. Even when you experience setbacks or obstacles, it’s important to remain dedicated to your goals. The ability to never give up can lead to breakthroughs and accomplishments that might seem unattainable before.
Being Consistent and Resilient: Consistency in your efforts and the ability to bounce back from adversity are crucial aspects of personal growth. Small actions taken consistently over time can have significant results. When you are resilient, you can weather storms and setbacks and emerge stronger and wiser.
Believing in Yourself: Self-belief is the foundation of personal growth. Confidence is what people buy from you. The more confident you are about your abilities, the more likely you are to challenge yourself, and the more likely you are to overcome limitations you have placed on yourself. You can reach new heights and push boundaries by cultivating self-belief.
In your opinion what are the keys to success?
> Clear Goals and Vision
> Upgrade yourself time to time
> Self-Discipline
> Positive Mindset and Attitude
> Learn to take risk
> Find a mentor
What advice would you give to our readers?
I would like to offer our readers some heartfelt advice:
It doesn’t matter what others say about you, because you are the one writing your own story. Self-worth is something you create for yourself, not something someone else defines for you. Once you start believing in yourself and your dreams, others will begin to believe in you as well.
Embrace your passions, work tirelessly toward your goals, and do what you love. The meaning of success goes beyond money; it’s about making a difference in your own life and in the lives of others.
The most important thing is to value your time. When time is spent, it cannot be recovered. Make the most of it by nurturing your dreams, building relationships, and creating meaningful experiences. Invest your time in things that are truly important to you, rather than money.
So embrace your uniqueness, follow your passions, and believe in yourself. Every step you take toward your dreams will take you closer to them, regardless of all the ups and downs you experience on your journey.
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