Parents and student preparing for a career counselling session at home

Arrive curious, not committed

The goal of counselling is clarity — not confirming a decision you already made. Come willing to hear what assessment data and expert conversation reveal.

Topics worth discussing as a family

  • What subjects your child enjoys versus tolerates
  • Any assumptions about “safe” careers in the family
  • Financial considerations, stated openly and early
  • Your child’s own questions and anxieties

What to avoid

Pressuring your child to perform enthusiasm for a path you’ve chosen, or dismissing assessment results that surprise you. Data is a starting point for dialogue, not a verdict.

Make the session count

Write down three open questions before you arrive. That simple step often transforms a good session into a breakthrough one.

Mrs. Sanjivani Tope

Mrs. Sanjivani Tope

Chairperson, Sanjivani Career Academy

Experienced leader at Sanjivani Career Academy, dedicated to guiding students and educators toward clarity and growth.