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Mummy, Kahani Sunao!

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by Lakshmi Seth

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Mummy Kahani Sunao shares meaningful, values-driven stories for children and families—rooted in Indian culture, emotions, and life lessons that stay with you. Unblur the Path explores real career journeys—honest conversations with professionals that help teenagers (13–18) and parents understand different paths, the skills required, and the realities behind each profession. Together, this platform is built on a simple idea: Stories shape how we think. Clarity shapes the choices we make. Whether you are here for a story that stays with your child or a conversation that helps sha

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Episode thumbnail for From MBA to Global Head of Brand at Genpact: Sai Natarajan’s Career Journey | Part 1

July 13, 2026

From MBA to Global Head of Brand at Genpact: Sai Natarajan’s Career Journey | Part 1

<p>How do you build a career when the path you planned keeps changing?</p><p>In Part 1 of my conversation with Sai Natarajan, Global Head of Brand at Genpact, we trace a career journey that began with a strong interest in marketing but moved through software, pre-sales, statistical modelling, consulting and inside sales before eventually leading back to marketing and brand leadership.</p><p>Sai speaks openly about choosing marketing, studying for an MBA, dealing with rejection, becoming a manager at 25, learning unfamiliar skills, returning to work after motherhood and creating opportunities by volunteering before feeling fully ready.</p><p>We also discuss why you do not always need to discover one clear passion before choosing a career, how introverts can build confidence in public speaking, what an MBA really teaches beyond academics, and why building skills can matter more than constantly chasing the next promotion.</p><p>This episode is especially relevant for students, MBA aspirants, young professionals and anyone trying to make sense of an uncertain career path.</p><p>Part 1 ends with a question that leads directly into the next episode: what is the difference between sales and marketing?</p><p>In Part 2, we explore careers in sales, marketing and brand in greater detail, including what these roles actually involve, the skills they require and how to decide whether this field is right for you.</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 – Meet Sai Natarajan, Global Head of Brand at Genpact<br>02:34 – Why She Chose Marketing<br>11:12 – Do You Need to Find Your Passion?<br>12:50 – What an MBA Really Teaches You<br>20:18 – How an Introvert Becomes a Confident Speaker<br>26:47 – Her First Marketing Internship<br>30:00 – Career Rejection and Landing the First Job<br>38:50 – Joining Genpact and Learning a New Skill<br>43:23 – Becoming a Manager at 25<br>47:04 – The Power of Volunteering for Opportunities<br>49:58 – Build Skills, Not Just Promotions<br>52:22 – What Consulting Really Involves<br>57:09 – Motherhood, Career Breaks and Returning to Work<br>1:00:24 – Finding Her Way Back to Marketing</p><p><br></p><p>[marketing career, career in marketing, MBA career options, brand marketing, Global Head of Brand, Genpact, Sai Natarajan, career journey, MBA experience, consulting career, career advice for students, career guidance, career change, finding your passion, introvert success, public speaking confidence, women in leadership, working mother career, brand leadership, Unblur the Path]</p>

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July 6, 2026

11+ Independent Schools: Exams, Interviews, Scholarships & Choosing the Right School

<p>In this episode of Unblur the Path, Lakshmi Seth continues her conversation with Deepa Kirpalani on the 11+ journey.</p><p>After discussing grammar schools in the previous episode, this second part focuses on independent schools — how the exams work, how they differ from grammar school exams, what parents need to know about online assessments, written papers, creative writing, interviews, scholarships and bursaries.</p><p>Deepa also explains how parents can support children emotionally during the process, especially after grammar school exams, during independent school preparation, and when final results arrive.</p><p>This episode also covers how families can make the final school decision by looking beyond rankings and exam results. Deepa discusses the importance of school fit, commute, pastoral care, extracurricular opportunities, open days and involving the child in the decision.</p><p>A useful episode for parents preparing for the 11+, grammar school exams, independent school entrance exams, interviews and secondary school choices in the UK.</p><p><br></p><p>🎁🎁 Special Bond Online Premium (CENTURY Tech) offer 🎁🎁</p><p><br></p><p>CENTURY Tech has shared a special offer for Unblur the Path viewers: a seven-day free trial followed by 20% off the first month’s subscription.</p><p><br></p><p>Click the link - https://shorturl.at/Q7KJK</p><p>To receive the discount code, leave a question for Deepa in the comments along with your email address.</p><p>🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction: From grammar schools to independent schools00:58 How independent school exams are different02:27 Online rounds, written papers and interviews03:29 Independent school application timelines04:19 Application fees parents should know about05:00 Preparing for online independent school exams06:15 Past papers and school-specific formats06:58 Standard format papers and creative writing08:05 Why parents must research each school09:54 Independent school scholarships explained11:47 Scholarship vs bursary12:35 Preparing after grammar school exams13:21 When children need a break16:03 Round two and interview preparation18:23 What schools look for in interviews20:09 Introverted children and interviews22:06 Handling independent school results23:14 Grammar school offers vs independent school offers24:49 Choosing the right school for your child26:14 Why children should be part of the decision27:29 Emotional challenges during the 11+ journey30:23 Social media pressure on parents31:29 Handling disappointment after results34:01 What matters beyond GCSE and A-level results37:17 Open days and what parents should look for39:05 Why visiting schools early can help</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>[11 plus, 11+, 11 plus UK, 11 plus preparation, independent school exams, independent school entrance exams, 11 plus independent schools, grammar school exams, grammar school vs independent school, 11 plus interview, independent school interviews, 11 plus scholarships, independent school scholarships, school bursaries UK, creative writing 11 plus, standard format papers, online 11 plus exams, secondary school admissions UK, UK school admissions, school open days, choosing secondary school, best school for child, 11 plus parents, 11 plus journey, Unblur the Path, Deepa Kirpalani, Lakshmi Seth ]</p><p><br></p>

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July 2, 2026

11+ Grammar School Preparation: Catchment, Mocks, Tutors & Parent Mistakes | Deepa Kirpalani

<p>Is the 11+ right for every child? And are parents preparing for it in the right way?</p><p>In this episode of Unblur the Path, Lakshmi Seth speaks with experienced 11+ tutor Deepa Kirpalani about the grammar school 11+ journey.</p><p>Deepa explains why the 11+ is not only an exam for children, but also a process that requires parents to be informed, realistic and emotionally prepared. From choosing the right schools to understanding catchment areas, consortiums, tutors, mock exams and exam formats, this conversation gives parents a clear roadmap through the grammar school process.</p><p>We discuss when preparation should begin, what groundwork children can build from Year 3, how to choose target schools, why mock scores should be treated as indicators rather than final predictions, and how parents can support their child without turning the journey into unnecessary pressure.</p><p>Deepa also shares a powerful reminder: children may forget their mock scores, but they will remember how their parents supported them throughout the journey.</p><p>In the next part of this conversation, we will discuss the independent school process in more detail, including applications, exams, interviews and results.</p><p>A practical episode for parents beginning—or already navigating—the 11+ journey.</p><p><strong>Chapters:</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>00:19 Is the 11+ Right for Every Child?</p><p>02:12 When Should 11+ Preparation Begin?</p><p>05:42 Should Every Child Take the 11+?</p><p>07:27 Grammar, Independent and Super-Selective Schools</p><p>11:01 Catchment Areas and Consortiums Explained</p><p>16:45 Common Mistakes Parents Make</p><p>19:29 How to Choose the Right 11+ Tutor</p><p>21:04 How Many Schools Should Parents Apply To?</p><p>25:13 School Reputation vs the Right Fit</p><p>32:55 Making the 11+ Journey Less Stressful</p><p>40:18 Subjects, Online Resources and Exam Formats</p><p>43:43 Mock Exams and Time Management</p><p>50:50 Preparing for Different Grammar School Exams</p><p>54:45 Henrietta Barnett and QE Boys Explained</p><p>59:27 Managing the Wait for Results</p><p>1:03:56 CAF Form and School Ranking</p><p>1:06:01 National Offer Day and Next Steps</p><p><br></p><p>[11 plus, 11+ exam, 11 plus preparation, grammar school, grammar school admissions, 11 plus grammar school, 11 plus tutor, Deepa Kirpalani, 11 plus parent guide, 11 plus mistakes, 11 plus mock exams, grammar school catchment, 11 plus catchment area, school consortiums, when to start 11 plus preparation, verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, 11 plus maths, 11 plus English, super selective schools, Henrietta Barnett, QE Boys, 11 plus school selection, parent pressure, Unblur the Path, Lakshmi Seth]</p>

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What is Mummy, Kahani Sunao!?

Mummy Kahani Sunao shares meaningful, values-driven stories for children and families—rooted in Indian culture, emotions, and life lessons that stay with you.

Unblur the Path explores real career journeys—honest conversations with professionals that help teenagers (13–18) and parents understand different paths, the skills required, and the realities behind each profession.

Together, this platform is built on a simple idea: Stories shape how we think. Clarity shapes the choices we make.

Whether you are here for a story that stays with your child or a conversation that helps sha

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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