Welcome to the "Center for Career and Life Design Counselling" in Kolkata, where we offer top-grade and affordable career advisory services and help students and professionals find clarity and direction in their life and career.
We offer career counselling, life-design coaching, and growth mentoring for students and professionals. Located near Ruby Hospital, Kolkata, we help individuals turn confusion into clarity through in-person sessions in Kolkata and online guidance across India.
I am having more than 40 years of diverse experience spanning multiple disciplines, both in academia and industry, combining teaching, research, consultancy, and technology development in several organizations of international repute. I was a professor at the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta for the past 21 years (2001-2022), and retired from the service on 1st Dec’ 2022.
Advanced Telecommunications Research Institute, Japan (2000-01)
PricewaterhouseCoopers Ltd. (1995-2000)
Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur (1994-95)
Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (1986-94)
German Research Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) Germany (1989-90)
Jadavpur University, Kolkata (1981-1985)
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai (1979-81)
As a Personal Growth Consultant specializing in Career Counselling, Life Design, and Future Readiness, I help individuals navigate their career and life paths with clarity, confidence, and purpose. At MyLifeDesign, I integrate Design Thinking with self-discovery to empower students, professionals, and changemakers to craft fulfilling careers and meaningful lives. At the same time, MyCareerAcademy delivers targeted guidance on career transitions, competitive exam preparation, and employability skills, ensuring clients are future-ready and equipped for success.
Computer science & Electronics
Computer Science & Electronics
Neuroscience and Data Science
Economics & Management Science
IT Corporate Sector
Engineering & IT Industry
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Applied Linguistics
Management Science and IT Corporate
Behavioral Science
Information Technology
Computer Applications
Social Science
IT Services & Applications
“I was completely confused after graduation and unsure about what to do next. There were too many directions, and I felt stuck. This was not typical advice, it helped me think through my options in a structured and calm way. I now have much greater clarity and feel more confident about my direction.”
“I had a stable job, but something didn’t feel right, and I couldn’t clearly explain why. This process helped me step back and reflect more deeply on what I actually want from my work and life. It gave me clarity without forcing a decision, which made the entire experience much more meaningful.”
“There were too many options, and I felt stuck trying to choose the ‘right’ one. It was confusing and mentally exhausting. This approach helped me organize my thoughts and compare different possibilities more meaningfully. I now feel more confident about how to move forward and make decisions without anxiety.”
“This is very different from typical career counselling I had heard about. Instead of being told what to do, I was guided to think for myself and understand my situation better. That made a huge difference, because the clarity I gained felt personal and something I could rely on.”
“As a parent, I was unsure how to guide my child without imposing my own views. This process helped both of us think more clearly and calmly about future choices. It created a space for reflection rather than pressure, and that brought a much-needed sense of direction and confidence.”
“It is not just about choosing a career at one point in time. This process helped me understand myself better and think more clearly about my life direction. The clarity and perspective I gained have stayed with me beyond the session and continue to influence my decisions.”
The Centre focuses on helping individuals gain clarity about their career and life direction through a structured, reflective, and holistic approach rather than quick advice.
Most services focus on suggesting courses or jobs. This approach focuses on understanding the individual first, and then exploring options that align with their broader life goals.
Students, college learners, working professionals, non-working individuals, and parents can all benefit, especially those who are feeling uncertain or seeking direction.
In-person sessions are available in Kolkata. At the same time, online sessions are offered across India for those who prefer remote interaction.
Life Design is a structured way of thinking about career and life together, where decisions are made through reflection, exploration, and gradual experimentation rather than fixed planning.
The process is designed to support clarity over time. While it may begin with one discussion, it can continue as an evolving process depending on individual needs.
The process may include structured tools where relevant, but it primarily focuses on reflective discussions, exploration of options, and practical thinking.
If you are unsure about your direction, the best way to begin is with a one-to-one discussion to explore your current situation and possible paths forward.
