Choosing the Career and Cracking Interviews | Nandini Agrawal | TEDxIIITV

In this talk, Nandini Agrawal, a Chartered Accountant and management consultant, shares her insights on choosing a career path and cracking interviews. She speaks the importance of understanding one’s passions, interests, skills, personality traits, and values when making career decisions. Nandini advises eliminating options that don’t align with personal preferences and conducting thorough research on potential career paths. Nandini discusses the interview process and provides tips for standing out. While technical knowledge is essential, she suggests that showcasing technical skills alone is not enough. Demonstrating confidence, honesty, and logical reasoning skills, as well as having a formal tone and demeanor during the interview, can make a significant difference. Nandini shares personal experiences where being authentic and showing personal attributes set her apart from other candidates. Nandini shares examples of questions she encountered in interviews that tested her problem-solving skills and personal qualities, and she highlights the importance of honesty and confidence in answering such questions. Furthermore, she emphasizes the importance of happiness in achieving success. She encourages approaching career decisions and interviews with a positive mindset, as it increases the likelihood of success. Nandini concludes by encouraging listeners to be confident, passionate, and ignore negativity in order to achieve their goals. Currently, Nandini is employed as an Associate Management Consultant. she brings her expertise in finance and accounting, combined with her strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, to assist clients in making informed business decisions and driving organizational growth. Nandini’s achievements include securing the All India Rank 1 in the CA Finals at the age of 19 and All India Rank 31 in the CA Inter at the age of 16, making her a national record holder. She is currently an inspiration for numerous young CA students, providing them with motivation and guidance through her YouTube channel, @canandini19 . With her expertise, she focuses on assisting students in their personal development and interview preparation. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at Nandini Agrawal, a trailblazing young achiever from Morena, Madhya Pradesh. Nandini made history by becoming the youngest person at 19 years of age, to achieve the prestigious Chartered Accountancy (CA) qualification, a remarkable feat that underscores her exceptional talent and hard work. Despite her youth, Nandini has already gained valuable experience in the corporate world, starting her career as an article trainee at PwC and subsequently working with various dynamic teams and work cultures. Currently, Nandini is an Associate Management Consultant at BCG, where she continues to make a significant impact in the business world. Alongside her impressive academic and professional accomplishments, Nandini is also an active participant in extracurricular activities and has a strong understanding of consulting and finance. With her drive and passion, Nandini is poised to achieve even greater success in the future. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at