The PEP Talks.
About Us
Our Approach
Welcome to The PEP Talks – your go-to space for career growth tips, professional skills for freshers, and real-world insights to survive and thrive in the corporate world. Here, we break down the basics of workplace etiquette, share practical strategies to crack your first job interview, and help you build confidence, communication, and the mindset needed for long-term success.
Our Vision
Whether you’re just starting your first job or navigating the early years of your career, this channel gives you the tools, stories, and strategies to stay ahead. Because in the real world – it’s not just about getting the job, it’s about growing in it.
About the Founder
Shashikant Dabral
Founder of The PEP Talks
“My goal is simple — to help people upgrade not just their careers, but their clarity, confidence, and calm.”
Shashikant Dabral is a leadership and people development professional with over 34 years of corporate experience across diverse industries.
Throughout his career, he has hired, coached, and mentored thousands of professionals — helping organizations build high-performing teams and helping individuals discover clarity, confidence, and career purpose.
As the Founder of The PEP Talks, Shashikant leads a mission to empower students, freshers, and working professionals with practical career guidance, mindset mastery, and future-ready skills to thrive in the evolving world of work.
His approach blends corporate realism with human-centered growth — focusing not only on performance, but also on resilience, emotional intelligence, and lifelong learning.
A passionate mentor and author of "Do you Know Your people?", "The Hired Handbook", "Beyond Degrees", "The Simple Mind Upgrade", Shashikant’s work bridges the gap between what education teaches and what the workplace truly demands. His books are available on Amazon.
He writes and speaks extensively on topics like:
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Career development in the age of AI
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Stress and resilience at work
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Leadership and communication for first-time managers
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The unspoken rules of modern workplaces
When he’s not mentoring or writing, Shashikant is busy making videos for his YouTube channel (@thepeptalksofficial) and talking to young professionals.
Podcast Episodes
What We Offer
Career Growth Tips
Insightful episodes providing career growth tips and strategies for professional development.
Interview Strategies
Specialized episodes focusing on practical strategies to excel in job interviews and ace your first job.
Confidence Building
Episodes dedicated to building confidence, effective communication, and fostering the right mindset for success.
Professional Guidance
Comprehensive guidance and resources for a successful career journey.
Listener Stories
What Our Listeners Say
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