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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

You can consider the following steps -

- Indulge him into some new courses of his interest or in alignment with his career
- Encourage him to be part of discussion groups on LinkedIn where he can share his knowledge
- He can write blogs/ content, make you tube videos or short reels and showcase his skills. There are many who are looking for free knowledge and content. He can leverage it. This way he creates his own opportunities.
- Ask him to work on his networking skills which will go a long way. This way he will be able to connect with multiple professionals across industry. Most important skill one requires in today's industry.
- Can take up freelance/ contract work until he get's a full time job
- As parents keep motivating and encouraging him let him know that not having a job does not define his worth. Keep supporting and guiding.

Hope this helps

All the best

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Ans: Dear Zafar,

Firstly the information you have shared is incomplete. Here, I am not sure who is harassing? Is it the manager or the whole of department.

Please speak to your Manager and involve him/ her to help you navigate the situation you are going through. Secondly have the facts and evidences in place. Have an open and transparent communication so that the gravity of the situation is understood.

Then, if need be involve the HR and if the organization has a grievance team then you could also raise your concern to be addressed.

All the best

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Here, adaptability and flexibility will play a big role. You need focus to work on these two traits. Secondly have a fruitful, open and transparent conversation about setting your boundaries where it is a win win situation for you both so that your boss understands your challenges and you showcase that your respect their working style. Communication always helps in navigating solutions.

All the best.

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

No you are not overreacting. You may try the following-

Have a one to one conversation preferably in a meeting room. during the discussion focus on how it is affecting your work and not on cat alone.

Suggest alternatives- for example- check if the organization has any pet policies, keep a designated place for the pet etc

If things dont improve then involve your manager and seek his help. Don't raise it as an complaint instead request for better work conditions.

Importantly be respectful and dont make a gossip discussion for people to support you. Instead respect the pet and the pet owner and keep the work environment healthy.

Hope thi helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Focus on -
-Watch English news or Youtube channels lie-
Speak English with Mr.Steve
TalkEnglish.com
BBC learning English

-Improve grammer
Use apps like -Grammerly
British Council Learn English

- join online English courses
Coursera/ Udemy

Hope this helps. All the best

Thanks and Regards
Ashwini Dasgupta
Maverick Minds
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Upskilling yourself is the way forward

Few courses-

-Cloud Engineering/ Devops
-Gen AI/ Data Science /Data Engineering
-Cybersecurity
-Full Stack Development

Few Institutes
-SSSIT
-Nexson

Hope this helps. All the best

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Ashwini Dasgupta
Maverick Minds
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Consider few aspects-

- Acknowledge and accept the fact that you are not at fault.
- People who bully or depict unwarranted behavior are somewhere insecure as they lack the skills or Genuity you have
-Start documenting
- seek support even if it is informally
- rebuild yourself- focus on your strengths

Dont lose your self respect stay strong and fight for it.

Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir,

- document everything
- ask Hr to request your resignation in writing (if possible)
- File a written complaint to internal redressal grievance team or to labor commissioner office
-Last resort- take a legal action
0 If you are part of Equal opportunity policy and your company is a global MNC then file a complaint to Ethics and complaince department.

Hope this helps. All the best

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Ashwini Dasgupta
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Ans: Dear Aditya,

You can consider following steps-

Work on your strengths
Learn Softskills
Work on your image management
Presentation skills
Keep Learning and practicing

Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Here, important is to protect your mental peace
Have a strategic communication without sounding defensive
Speak to HR ( if you trust the system)
Document the incidences and micromanagement
Keep written records/ emails etc
Start planning your exit

Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

It's all about learning the skill to say no and building your boundary to protect yourself. Few Steps- Use alternatives as explained in the examples-

Example 1: A colleague needs a report while you’re on vacation
Instead of saying a blunt no, try this:

“Hey, I wish I could help right now, but I’m currently away with family and don’t have access to the data. Could you please check with [Colleague’s Name] in the meantime? Or if it can wait, I’ll be happy to help once I’m back.”

This approach maintains the relationship while clearly stating your limitation.

Example 2: Last-minute task assignment
Possible response:

“Thank you for considering me. I do have prior non-negotiable commitments right now. If it’s flexible, I can take it up after those are completed—or perhaps someone else on the team could assist in the meantime.”

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

As humans we bound to overthink and question back and self-doubt. It's important to process the emotions then accumulating.

Try this the next time you feel negative-

Firstly, negativity or any feeling is just an emotion and every emotion is giving you feedback so that you can take can action. So, it works like a feedback mechanism.
Now, in the above situation where your manager said the presentation was all over the place or lacked clarity- it meant you should present the same from his perspective or from the audience’s perspective. As the person who is going to see the presentation should be able to understand and be in the same alignment as you are.

Have a discussion with your manager and ask where all did, he/she feels the presentation lacked clarity, ask what else you should have looked at to make it more valuable etc.

Once you get the feedback go back to the presentation and relook from his/ her perspective now then possibly that would make sense to you.

Idea is to process the information and see how you can make it better. Self-doubt is ok to have as it will help you relook but if you are sulking in that emotion, it will spiral down which is what happens most often. So, the next time when you get negative feedback look at from a perspective of working on yourself to be even better.

If you were not good then you wouldn't be in that job in first place. Remember that.

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Ashwini
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Ans: Dear Prakash,

For communication you can look at the below mentioned options-

Read Books
Speak everyday in English (if you are facing challenge in this language)
Record yourself and hear and accordingly work on the gaps
Seek feedback on your communication from your friends and family and improve

Learning and practicing helps in regular improvements

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Ashwini
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

In that case- Build your network
Leverage your existing skills
Start with small projects
Do online courses in the areas you want to build your entrepreneurship
Find a mentor

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Ashwini
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Ans: Hi Anuradha,

In the meantime build practical experience by taking elsewhere internships or freelancing opportunities. For example he an consider- intern Shala, LinkedIn and Naukri opportunities.

Looked at completing few certification relevant to his field - for example CompTIA Security+ (Beginner level)/ CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)/ OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional) (Highly valued)

Do networking - meet people / references etc. Join groups on Linkedin and look for opportunities and connect with people

Take up freelancing opportunities to build real time practical experience

Take up softskill trainings- build his skills even on his communication / creating first impression etc.

All of this help him build the gap and importantly enhance his skills and the utilization of his time.

Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Few options-
one speak to the consultant and understand why is it taking so long
Second check the contract you had with the consultant what is the way thru in such situations. for example- will they give the money back or any other adjustment is there.
Third- send an email to HR directly ccing the consultant and ask them that you haven't heard for three weeks and if the offer is still valid. Reason out by saying you need to resign basis the confirmation of the offer.
Fourth- keep exploring and tell the consultant as the money has been paid he should help you with more opportunities
Fifth- Please do not pay any money to consultants unless there is a documented contract clearly defining the if's and but's

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,
If you have tried everything to prove your efforts with facts then you should look at opportunities elsewhere. It's true that we can not change what's not in our control. Instead focus your energy where you will some changes. Take your time to assess the situation and accordingly take the step forward.

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Ans: Hi Neethu,

First try to resolve internally by -

Send and Email/ Regular follow up and visits to office if need be
Even if the Employee ID was not given - gather documents like offer letter/ salary slips/work emails/ resignation email and acceptance email
If nothing works then -
File a complaint to the labour commissioner in your city- you can get the details online
Submit the copies of supporting documents and get an acknowledgement. The Labour commissioner will call both the parties for concialition meeting. If the company still refuses then the case will go to the labour court.

You could also look at hiring a labour lawyer to speed up the process.

Hope this helps

Thanks
Ashwini

Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

This is quite a common challenge with HR's. Keep chasing and ask for the feedback. If there is no revert continue with the search.

Multiple reasons why HR's dont revert-

Volume of applications
Lengthy or delayed process
Lack of feedback culture

Important is you focus on what you can control. In the given situation you can not control if there is no revert. What you can control- following up with the HR for sometime/ apply other jobs/ keep networking/ work on yourself.

All the best

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Gratuity is applicable after 5 years. So in your case yes. Just check if your company has the gratuity policy. During the exit, HR will help with the gratuity withdrawal forms which you can fill and submit.

Hope this helps

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Ashwini

Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Go well prepared for your interview
Know the Job description and company profile to the T
Dress well- Formals completely
Take care of your personal hygiene
Smell good
Listen to the interview before you speak. Do not interrupt
Smile and show case confidence
Just be yourself

All the best

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Ashwini

Ans: HI Sri/ Madam,

Start taking freelancing work as per your bandwidth. Take up small projects and see if you are able to deliver. You also need to check your company policy if they allow to do side hustle. This is the first step you can initiate.

All the best. Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/Madam,

If you feel you are stagnated you can definitely look for internal jobs before going outside the firm. If you are happy with the culture, firm and people then try for internal options. External jobs should be the last premise if nothing has worked at all for you.

I am not sure what SME you are into. But you can definitely look at pursuing certifications in combinations of domain and technology which is very much in demand. Do some research of the industry and skill you are in and work towards it.

All the best
Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

It totally depends on the policy of the company. Please go back and check the policy. Speak to HR and understand how does it work and how can they help close this positively. When it comes to polices not much one can do. If they want to go a certain there is no or very possibility of you convincing them. Instead request them to help you to come to a win win situation.
Tip do not burn the bridges with anyone in the existing company.

Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

If you dont risk how would you know what you are good at. Before making any switch please do the research and understand what kind of options it may have. Once you understand and you are sure then make the switch. Doubting will not help action will.

Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Learning never stops. Until you get a job you can definitely look at upskilling yourself as per your interest. By not doing anything it will only stress you instead use the time and learn a new skill and in parallel keep the job hunt on. If you want to switch to IT then yes you can definitely think on the similar lines. Studying further will only add value to your career.

Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

If you are not interested in Law then try and reflect what kind of career will entice you. Figure out your interest areas by doing Swot analysis. Worrying is not going to help instead act. Hope this helps.

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Ans: Hi Sir/ Madam,

It's never too late to start anything. You are just 22. If you are convinced with your decision then go for it rather than delaying it even further.

All the best.

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Ans: Hi Shubham,

Please provide all the documents you have related to the employer. For example- Appointment letters/ Salary slips and Bank Statements. This should help them. For verfication you may help them with any of the contact details of your managers you were reporting to. They can call them and get the verification done. I hoping this should help you resolve the issue on the verification front atleast. Secondly hiding the name of the employer you need to have a solid strong reason. Going forward please avoid hiding the details as every company today does background check. This may end up putting you at risk. For now please speak to them and help them understand the situation.

All the best.

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Ans: Dear Gayatri,

First understand which industry your interests is in.
Understand any shift you will do it will be from scratch that means you need to have patience until you built it
If you interest lies in the IT industry understand your skills (do SWOT analysis) and see basis your skills what value add can you bring.
Upgrade your skills as per the industry by taking up few courses

Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Instead of asking why Am I getting rejected. Reframe and reflect. Instead ask yourself what could possibly be going wrong or What can do to improve my chances of selection.

You can look at few areas-
Before interview preparation
knowing more about the job role
Knowing more about the company
Do mock interviews
Prepare your answers better
Gain more experience by enhancing your skills
Ask the HR/ interview the key reasons for your getting rejected and accordingly work on them

Hope this helps

Ashwini
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Could you please clearly sight out what your goal?

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Most importantly do the course what resonates with your more. What's your inclination. Everyone will come and help you with the information at the end do what will make you happy. Else you may end up doing what others are saying and you may not enjoy it in the long run. If you inclined towards both finance and technical then you can do the finance course as it will serve as the domain expertise and work on the technology front.

Whatever you choose should align with your motivation and not only with financial goals.

Hope this helps

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Ans: Follow what you feel most passionate about. While AI and other emerging fields will continue to evolve, don’t let that influence or cloud your decision. Focus on what truly excites you and feels right. Pursue certifications or additional learning as needed to support your choice.

Hope this helps!
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Request a meeting and have a clear communication with your manager
Highlight the importance of the situation
Let the manager know how it is impacting your personal and ask him/ her to help you plan better and do load balancing
also talk how it disturbing you mentally

Bottom line - have a clear communication without putting the manager on the spot. Let him/ her know how important it is for you to discuss the issue and you want him/ her to guide you in the situation.

Hope this helps
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Gain relevant education in the similar field.
Look for internships or entry level roles
Get certified
Network with HR professionals

Hope this helps

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Ashwini
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Mam,

Here, the only way is communicating honestly with your new employer and letting them know on the current challenge and in parallel trying to convince your current employer to relieve you early.

Hope this helps
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

This is quite common in the industry and can lead to frustration. Possible reasons-

High volume of candidates
Legal risks and liability
Time and Resource Constraints
Too many tasks at one time

Reasons are many due to which they dont revert back.

Hope this helps

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

There are many options you can look at -

British Council - PD and communication course
NIIT- Communication and Professional Skill course
YMCA - PD course
Dale Carnegie Training
or consider online options

Hope this helps

Thanks
Ashwini
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Ans: Dear Mam,

If starting on your own is the prime focus then BBA, LLB might be a better fit as it combines practical business knowledge and legal compliance which are essential for startup. At the end best choices depends on more where you are inclined. Trust your instincts and choose the path that resonates more to You.

Hope this helps.

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Ans: Hi Sir,

You may look at the following options-

Online distance learning and degree
Specialized counselling certifications
Supervised Clinical Training
Continuous learning

Hope this helps


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Ans: Dear Sir,
Few of the consideration you may look at-

Have an open and honest conversation laying down the facts. Ensure the conversation is calm and composed and not pointing out at each other. Express you concerns, fears and impact that it will have on the relationships and on your mental health.

Explore compromises at both the ends that would work for you. For example- can your wife manage the business remotely for part of the time or could you both agree on a trial period in bangalore? Discuss how can you support each other's goal while maintaining each other's stability.

Consider your career and well being- If relocating to Bangalore is not viable for you professionally, discuss alternative ways to support your wife’s business venture while staying in Gurgaon or finding a middle ground.

Seek professional guidance- You may wish to consider a counselor who can guide you both and help come with a midway

Focus on the bigger picture- Analyses a bit who to see how you both can help each other.

At any given point of time if you feel overwhelmed then dont hesitate to take the professional help. Emotional and metal health is of utmost important.

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Please consider the following steps-

Consider adjusting expectations- It may happen the employers are finding you over qualified. By this I dont mean you go down on your designation and the money ( here, you can take a decision ). It's always good to have an open conversation with the employer on this front.

Tailor your applications as per the job you are applying. Make it more customized. One size will not fit all.

Leverage your network

Explore consulting or contractual roles in the interim. All that you know this option may turn out to be permanent.

Be persistent. Getting a job can take time.

All the best.

Ashwini Dasgupta
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Ans: Dear Madam,

Definitely you can look for other opportunities. Few steps you can consider

Update and tailor your resume and be active on linkedin
Be focussed on job hunt
Prepare for interviews
Consider on alternative roles
Upgrade your skills
Increase and leverage your network

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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Few considerations for your reference
You could look at metro cities depending on what kind of standard of living you may be comfortable with
Choose the city considering the education you may consider
Look for cities which have International schools for example- IB or CIE. International schools often provide a seamless transition for children moving between countries.
Choose cities basis the accessibilities like airports etc and family friendly environment you can have
Consider climate lifestyle
Future career opportunity if you wish to change
Check the pros and cons and unique priorities you and your family may have

Hope this helps

All the best

Thanks and Regards
To your success. Be you. Be confident
Ashwini Dasgupta
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Please find the roadmap for your reference-

Do some research related to Quantum Technology Programs
Understand what are the requirements for such programs
Prepare Prepare and Prepare
Build a strong application
Consider Bridge programs
Look for alternative paths
Network

Hope this helps

All the best

Thanks and Regards
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Ashwini Dasgupta
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Please find few suggestive steps-

Industries you can look into - Healthcare / Educational/ Corporate settings/ NGO's / Government agencies/ Private Clinics/ Research Institutes

To apply- look at few steps-

Research the opportunities as per your industry interest
Tailor your resume as per the job descriptions
Focus on Networking with the industry professionals
Prepare of interviews
Look for additional certification in your field. This will make you stand out

Hope this helps

Thanks and Regards
Ashwini Dasgupta
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Ans: Dear Ritika,

Please look at few suggestive steps-

Take support- you dnt have to go through this all alone. Find some trust worthy and speak what you feel. Sharing your concerns can help feel better.

Have clear and realistic goals- Start working towards your goals. Break down and see what is achievable and what is not.

Focus on yourself- it's important to focus on yourself while you are achieving your goals. If you are not healthy and how do you think you can achieve. Take a break and relax and start again.

Be more organized and go with a planned approach

Work on your thoughts. If any negative thought comes reframe it with a positive one.

Take professional help-If you are too anxious and depressed you may want to take some professional help who can help you with some coping strategies.

Be positive and focus on present.

Hope this helps

Thanks and Regards
Ashwini Dasgupta
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Please look into the following aspects

Clarify Your Goals- take some time to understand what is your interest. Identify your strengths, interests and now consider them aligning it with AML/ KYS / Compliance or any other. Have focus. It's good to hear other's opinions at the end you have to deep dive and see what you want to do.

Look for a mentor or guidance in the area of your interest. For example if you are keen to pursue AML/ KYC and Compliance then look for someone from the same industry who can guide you better and what steps you need to take to prepare yourself to get the success and clear the exams.

Secondly age is something we can not anything about instead focus on the skills you bring on the table.

Increase your networking and connections this should help you land where to aim to.

Mostly important be positive and focussed. People are going to speak out their opinions the only thing you can do is make a choice and stick to that.

Hope this helps

Thanks and Regards
Ashwini Dasgupta
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Ans: Dear Sir/ Madam,

Shifting departments and starting a new career need a careful consideration.
You can consider making a few changes in order to start cracking interviews.
1. Identify your transferrable skills and highlight them
2. Update and tailor your resume according to the job requirements
3. Be active on Linkedin
4. Work on your English Communciation Skills by practicing continuously and consuming English media
5. Prepare for interviews by appearing for mock interviews on multiple sites like InterviewBit
6. Learn to network and look for references around you, usually a good opportunity is always somewhere around, we just need to find it.
7. Look for additional certifications/ qualifications relevant to your profile and interest to boost your resume
8. Look for a mentor who can keep you motivating constantly and stop you from second guessing yourself

Have patience, and be persistent. You are embarking on a new journey and I wish you all the possible luck.
Wishing you all the best!
Regards
Ashwini Dasgupta
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