Industry Leader Spotlight
Arshita Kapoor, Careers & University Guidance Counselor, The British School, New Delhi
In this section, Aiyyo brings you insights from counseling trailblazers who have made a significant impact with their work. Through candid interviews, we explore their journeys, passions, and personal philosophies. This month, we sit down with Arshita Kapoor, Careers & University Guidance Counselor at The British School, New Delhi to uncover what drives her success, how she balances the demands of work and life, and the mantra that keeps her moving forward.
What was your college degree?
I completed a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Psychology from DU. I studied Psychology for nearly 7 years before moving into Career Counselling.
Your Favorite Book
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Your Comfort Food
Butter chicken and naan
A School/College you really enjoyed visiting
University of Auckland, unexpected and beautiful!
What's on top of your bucket list
To see the northern lights!
One thing you would most like to change about the world
The approach towards our environment
If you could give one piece of advice to your high school self, what would it be
Your high school grades do not determine your likelihood to success
What inspired you to do what you do
I actually started career counselling by accident at my first job, and once I sent my first application out, I knew this was for me.
A secret to balancing work & life
I don't know if a college counsellor can ever switch off, but I think the best thing to do is to enjoy the holidays! You don't know when the next email from a student will arrive, so enjoy it while it lasts.
Your Life Mantra
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