​A candid conversation on careers, placements, and finding your next step.

​About the Session

​Career decisions can get confusing — what should you learn, how should you prepare for placements, and how do you figure out your next step?

​In this edition of ZenTalks, we’re joined by Akshat Sharma for an open conversation about careers, placements, personal growth, and the experiences that shaped his journey.

​Akshat has worked as an IT Officer (Assistant Manager – Systems) at State Bank of India and previously in Data Engineering at Tech Mahindra. He has also mentored 5,000+ students and professionals, helping them navigate technical preparation, placements, communication, and career development.

​What We'll Talk About

• ​Approaching placements with a clear strategy

• ​Building relevant technical and non-technical skills

• ​Making better career decisions when you're unsure about your next step

• ​Lessons from different professional experiences

• ​Staying consistent and building confidence over time

• ​An open Live Q&A with the speaker

​Meet the Speaker

​Akshat Sharma
TEDx Speaker · Career Coach & Mentor

• ​Former IT Officer (Assistant Manager – Systems), State Bank of India

• ​Former Data Engineer, Tech Mahindra

• ​Top 0.1% Mentor on Topmate

• ​LinkedIn-recognised voice in Data Science and Public Speaking

• ​5,000+ students and professionals mentored

​Event Details

​Date: Friday, 11 September 2026
Time: 7:00 PM IST
Venue: Google Meet
Entry: (FREE) We don't charge for sharing knowledge.

​The Google Meet link will be shared with registered participants before the session.

​Come with your questions — we'll leave time for a live Q&A with Akshat.