There exists an immense gap between what academia produces and what the corporate world needs. Lakhs of intelligent students pass out every year, but the educational system does not provide skilled and happy professionals. Though they are technically strong to pursue a job, they are not well-equipped to meet corporate demands. In today's era, where interacting and networking globally is a crucial trait for professional success, technical skills alone are not enough. Moreover, lack of soft skills is making people ineligible for recruitment or layoffs at times. Essentially, for showcasing the best of your technical skills, soft skills are an absolute support system. With that said, Mala Hemnani, the Director of MARKSS IMPRESSIONS is striving to make difference in individual lives by helping them uplift their game with soft skills and personal growth coaching.

The cascading effect of poor presentation, hesitant public speaking, subpar negotiation, and incompetent management skills - are the result of poor self-image, low self-esteem, excessive stress & anxiety, and a plethora of other issues. All these existing scenarios made Mala Hemnani work her way up and shape people by joining hands with other aspirant women leaders - SonaliParakhand Kavisha Sanghvi.

To know more about the inception and growth of MARKSS IMPRESSIONS peruse the following excerpts of an exclusive conversation between Mala and Women Entrepreneur India.

In Your Opinion, How Important Is Soft Skill And Personal Development?
Soft skills have become an essential aspect of professional success. A recent report from Bloom Leaders states that 63 percent of millennials lack leadership qualities. The base for such an unconfident feeling is the mindset. Soft skills coaching is ammunition to evoke leaders within an ordinary person. It is true that `Whatever the Mind Can Believe; the Mind Can Achieve' therefore, it is crucial to alter the mindset with a variety of programs, seminars, and courses that are practical.

In fact, this is a nascent concept in India; however, the world has become a single space online today. There is a dire need to quickly catch up since we are dealing with people at the global level. Aligned to this, personality development is endowing us with the ability to interact with international clients or business stakeholders. Indeed, it's crucial to better our behavior and build a strong rapport with people.

What Prompted The Establishment Of Markss Impressions?
After knowing that my interest lies in transforming people's lives, I closed my fashion business and enrolled in coaching courses. Today, I'm a certified image management consultant, soft skills facilitator, executive coach, productivity coach, mindset Coach, and speaking strategist accredited and approved by the International Coaching Federation? Kavisha comes from an HR background catered to colleges, and fresh job seekers and supports the young clientele. Sonali is a Happiness coach and trains individuals and corporates on emotional intelligence. They got along with me and we ventured MARKSS IMPRESSIONS. All three of us come from varied backgrounds with one dream, one goal, and one drive.

We coach our clients to become good communicators, and attain social graces so they can confidently move in business and social circles, bringing excellence and a marked difference to their performance.

“Markss caters to a wide range of clientele including students, young graduates, corporates, individuals, hospitality, and educational institutions”

Highlight Markss Impressions'mantra To Make People Stay Ahead Of The Curve?
Our mission is to enable individuals bring out their highest potential/abilities in their professional as well as their personal life through trainings.

At MARKSS, we bring our multifaceted experience and expertise to the table. For example, our combined expertise, cultures & walks of life. This helps us add more value to one's life.

Our strategy abide by the proverb "You give a poor man a fish and you feed him for a day. You teach him to fish and you give him an occupation that will feed him for a lifetime."

When we look at the uncertainties around, it's very important to become more competent and able to rely on themselves with a sense of accountability and ownership. We handhold our clients until making them equipped to fend for themselves.

How Do You Support Students From Remote Areas Or Underprivileged Backgrounds?
While working with for Nandi Foundation and Ashray, Bandra we completely focused on experiential learning. It's all practical because people there are good at writing and grammar but do not have the confidence to speak. You have to be pushed out of your comfort zone, this happens only by performing. When we stand in front of people and speak, we will gain confidence, which in turn enhances and develops personality.

Personality development starts with self-awareness and self-confidence. We have worked not only with the children but also the staff at these foundations - because if they are not able to pass on certain behavioral correctness, the children will not get better.

The Silver Lining
· Interactive and can be customized to the client's requirements.
· Trainers come from different experiences and backgrounds in finance, fashion, teaching, and journalism, grooming, etiquette, emotional intelligence, and soft skills.
· 24*7 Support
· 3 Months of Free after training assistance and consulting

Roadmap
· Expand virtual presence with several other coaching services