Former HR Recruiter · 6 Years, 1000+ Interviews

Your qualifications get you the interview.
Your soft skills get you the promotion.

The unspoken rules of corporate success — taught by someone who sat on the other side of the interview desk for six years.

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About Us

A Learning & Development consultancy built for real-world impact

Kin & Consulting Training designs practical, engaging, and impactful behavioural skills training for individuals and organizations — strengthening communication, workplace professionalism, interpersonal effectiveness, and career readiness.

Our programmes are founded on the belief that professional success extends beyond technical expertise. Strong communication, emotional intelligence, workplace etiquette, and interpersonal skills are essential for long-term growth.

Through interactive workshops, experiential learning, case studies, role plays, and practical activities, we help participants develop the confidence and competencies needed to excel in today's dynamic academic and professional environments.

"Our objective is to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire lasting behavioural transformation."
Our Vision

Building future-ready individuals

To become a trusted Learning & Development partner for educational institutions and organizations by delivering innovative behavioural and professional development programmes that create confident, capable, and future-ready individuals.

Our Mission
  • Deliver practical, engaging, and learner-centric training programmes
  • Bridge the gap between academic learning and workplace expectations
  • Foster professional growth through behavioural and communication skills
  • Build confidence, professionalism, and workplace readiness
  • Create measurable learning outcomes through experiential learning
Let's Build Your Edge

Let's build your professional edge

Looking to accelerate your career, or elevate your team's soft skills? Let's connect for an introductory strategy call.

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Location

Pukhraj Mahal, Gurushetra Marg, Khar West, Mumbai, India — onsite workshops across India, virtual sessions worldwide.

WhatsApp / Phone

+91 91366 19408 — for a quick chat, use the WhatsApp button below.

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The Real Reason

Why brilliant professionals stall in Mumbai's competitive market

Not because they lacked talent — because they stumbled on their soft skills.

As a former HR Recruiter with 6 years of experience sitting behind the interview desk, I saw a heartbreaking pattern repeat itself hundreds of times: highly qualified, technically brilliant individuals losing out on their dream jobs.

They struggled to articulate their value, missed the mark on email etiquette, or let interview anxiety overshadow their confidence.

I decided to stop screening candidates and start building them.

HR

6 Years of HR Recruitment

I know exactly what triggers an immediate rejection and what catches an interviewer's eye.

PSY

Post-Graduation in Psychology

Understanding how communication anxieties form helps beat stage fright at the root.

MKT

PGDBA in Marketing

Positioning you as a premium brand in front of corporate stakeholders.

CPD

Certified CPD Soft Skill Trainer

Internationally recognised certification validating a structured, professional approach to soft skills coaching.

The Founder Advantage

My unique blueprint: HR insight + Psychology + Marketing

I don't teach generic corporate checklists. I combine three distinct fields to create lasting behavioral change.

Pillar / Recruitment

The Recruiter's Lens

Six years of screening candidates means I know precisely what an interviewer notices in the first ninety seconds — and how to make it count.

Pillar / Psychology

The Behavioral Foundation

A post-graduate understanding of how anxiety and communication habits form, so we fix hesitation at its root, not just its symptoms.

Pillar / Marketing

The Corporate Edge

A PGDBA in Marketing means you don't just learn to talk — you learn to position yourself as a premium brand in every room you enter.

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Fields of Certified Study — Psychology & Marketing
Limited Launch

⚡ 5 Free 1-on-1 Sessions — Limited Slots Available

I'm officially launching my new Interview Ready program. To celebrate, I'm opening 5 entirely free 1-on-1 sessions for ambitious professionals preparing for a big interview.

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Choose Your Path

Individual coaching & corporate workshops

Premium, practical training modules built for immediate, visible results.

Individual10 Hrs · 1-on-1

The Interview Decoded Masterclass

A practical programme designed to equip students and job seekers with the confidence and skills required to excel in interviews through effective communication, body language, interview etiquette, and professional self-presentation.

  • The Recruiter's Lens & Profiling
  • High-Stakes Q&A Frameworks & Negotiation
  • Body Language & Virtual Presence
  • Live Mock Audits & Feedback
Pricing on consultationEnroll
Individual4 Weeks · 12 Hrs

Corporate Readiness Program

Designed to prepare students, interns, and young professionals for a successful transition into the corporate world by developing workplace communication, professionalism, collaboration, business etiquette, and essential employability skills.

  • Professional Vocal Tuning & Fluency
  • The Art of Small Talk & Networking
  • Executive Grooming & Presence
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Corporate1-Day Onsite

Impactful Written Dynamics (Email Etiquette)

A focused programme that develops professional business writing skills with emphasis on email etiquette, written communication, clarity, tone, structure, and workplace correspondence.

  • The Anatomy of a Premium Email
  • Assertive Writing & De-escalation Tactics
  • Interactive Lab on Real Templates
Custom corporate quoteBook Workshop
Corporate2-Day Interactive

Modern Workplace Behavioural Blueprint

A comprehensive behavioural skills programme that enhances workplace professionalism, emotional intelligence, interpersonal communication, collaboration, business etiquette, adaptability, and professional conduct.

  • Active Listening & Cross-Team Friction
  • Vertical Management & Presentation Skills
  • Presenting to CXOs with Confidence
Custom corporate quoteBook Workshop
Who We Serve

Educational institutions, organizations, and individuals

From classrooms to boardrooms, our programmes are tailored to the audience in front of us.

Educational Institutions

Schools, Colleges & Universities

  • Schools
  • Colleges & Universities
  • Business Schools
  • Placement Cells
  • Faculty Development Programmes
Corporate Organizations

SMEs, Start-ups & Teams

  • Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
  • Start-ups
  • Family-Owned Businesses
  • Professional Service Firms
  • Customer Service & Sales Teams
Individuals

Students & Early Careers

  • Final-year students
  • Fresh graduates
  • Early-career professionals
  • Job seekers
  • Young professionals

Our Training Methodology

Interactive Discussions Ice-Breaker Activities Group Exercises Role Plays Case Studies Reflection Activities Workplace Simulations Team-Building Exercises Action Planning

Why Choose Kin and Consulting Training?

Practical, Application-Oriented Learning Interactive Workshop Delivery Customized Training Solutions Strong HR Perspective Experiential Learning Methodology Flexible Online & Offline Delivery Focus on Behavioural Transformation Measurable Learning Outcomes
Karisma Masand, Founder of Kin and Consulting Training
About the Founder

Karisma Masand — From HR Insider to Soft Skill Strategist

With over six years of experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, I've built deep expertise in identifying, assessing, and developing talent. Holding a Postgraduate Degree in Psychology and a PGDBA in Marketing, I bring a unique blend of human behaviour insight and business acumen to every session. Having conducted over 1,000 interviews and reviewed more than 10,000 resumes, I understand exactly what employers expect — and I'm passionate about helping students, professionals, and organizations build confidence, strengthen communication, and become truly workplace-ready.

"Your degrees get you through the door. Your soft skills keep you in the room."

Recruitment Years

Six years evaluating candidates across corporate hiring desks.

Behavioral Study

Post-Graduation in Psychology to understand the roots of communication anxiety.

The Marketing Edge

PGDBA in Marketing to teach personal positioning as a premium professional brand.

Certified CPD Soft Skill Trainer

Certified CPD Soft Skill Trainer certification, formalising a proven, structured coaching methodology.

Today

Coaching professionals, freshers, and corporate teams across Mumbai and virtually, worldwide.

Free Assessment

The Recruiter's Scorecard: What's your interview communication style?

Five quick questions. One honest read on how you show up in the room — and where to sharpen it.

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Professional Endorsements

What colleagues from recruitment say

Character endorsements from senior HR managers and colleagues who've seen this communication approach firsthand.

"Her ability to read people, de-escalate candidate anxiety, and communicate clearly under pressure is unmatched. She understands human behavior intuitively."

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Senior HR Manager
Former Recruitment Colleague

"I watched her turn nervous, first-time candidates into composed, confident communicators in a single session. Rare instinct for what actually moves the needle."

RK
Senior HR Manager
Former Recruitment Colleague

"Sharp, structured, and genuinely invested in people improving. Her feedback in mock interviews was more useful than most formal training I've sat through."

AP
Senior HR Manager
Former Recruitment Colleague
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is soft skills training and can it be taught?+

Soft skill is muscle memory, and with the correct framework, it can be taught through feedback and continuous practice.

Do you offer customised programs for corporate training?+

Yes. We begin with a discovery call and, based on your team's specific challenges, customise a program to match.

What is the ideal group size of a training program?+

For soft skills training, a group of 10 to 20 participants is usually ideal to maximize engagement. The workshops are interactive, experiential learning-based modules.

What is the ROI / success measure of the training?+

We conduct post-30-day follow-up surveys to track progress and measure real-world impact.

I'm an introverted professional. Will your workshops force me into uncomfortable situations?+

No — these sessions are run in a safe and comfortable environment, paced to help you grow at your own speed.

How do I apply for a free Beta slot?+

Use the contact form below and mention "Beta Program" — five free 1-on-1 sessions are currently open.