Payal Jain
Freelance Consultant
Summary
Writer | Psychologist & Emotion Management Coach | Motivational Speaker | Brand Consultant, SEO & Content Strategist | Educationist & Social Worker
I'm a versatile professional with a unique blend of expertise in psychology, writing, branding, and social work. As a certified coach and motivational speaker, I help individuals manage their emotions and achieve personal and professional success. My experience in content curation, including song composing and production, and design thinking content, has helped me develop effective communication strategies and enhance brand visibility. I'm also actively engaged in child counseling and mentorship, psychology research, and writing articles for various platforms. My passion for social work is reflected in my involvement in community initiatives that promote education and mental health. Currently, I'm working on multiple freelancing and contractual projects, including providing consultations for education and curriculum development, technical assistance for projects, and conceptual developments for organizational requirements. I also conduct workshops for various institutions, including the Indian Army, education, corporate houses, NGOs, etc. With my multidisciplinary background and current engagements, I bring a fresh perspective and creative problem-solving approach to every project.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Consultant
Indian Army, Corporate Houses, Individuals etc.
Jammu
07.2019 - Current
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Implemented research-based curriculum and instructional strategies for self-enrichment topics.
- Conducted needs assessments or surveys to determine interest in or satisfaction with wellness and fitness programs, events or services.
- Conducted classes and workshops for students on special topics of interest.
- Provided mentorship and coaching to individuals and teams on emotion management and personal/professional development.
- Increased brand awareness through event marketing, demonstrations, sales, and brand promotion.
- Managed and oversaw creative projects to drive quality, accuracy and deadline management.
- Created content for websites and online publications.
- Published author of award-winning self-help book "Mind, Life & Reflections", featured in top 10 of 2019. Experienced speaker at prestigious literary festivals across the country.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Actively researching in the field of psychology.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Contributed to development of Happiness Curriculum, Delhi.
- Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
- Organized committees, workshops and conferences to promote social and intellectual welfare of students.
Project Leader
Greater Jammu (Digital Wing)
Jammu
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrote timelines, and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination.
- Developed project plans and managed project scope using methodologies to guide projects from conceptualization to implementation and maintenance.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Managed project teams in agile environment, realizing success through application of innovative methodologies and exceptional leadership skills.
Creative Director
Jammu Links News
Jammu
06.2015 - 02.2018
- Evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas and translated into actionable project plans.
- Managed campaigns with specific focuses in order to meet customer needs and creative visions.
- Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
- Developed strategic communication and marketing plans.
- Designed innovative creative strategies to raise brand awareness and engagement for organization.
- Implemented strategies for promoting campaigns on social media.
- Designed and marketed social media campaigns for Sana Dua ( Miss India Runners Up), politicians, schools etc.
- Fostered highly communicative, collaborative content culture in visual context raising the digital presence of the platform.
- Known for whistle-blowing chat shows and exclusive interviews that have initiated trends in the digital space.
- Recommended changes to website architecture, content and linking to improve SEO positions for target keywords.
- Maximized strategic approaches by keeping close eye on performance and making appropriate adjustments.
- Optimized website content and images to improve search engine rankings.
- Developed TRP strategies and improved organic search traffic while taking the numbers to new heights.
Operations Manager
U4U Voice
Jammu
04.2013 - 03.2014
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Recommended changes to website architecture, content and linking to improve SEO positions for target keywords.
- Collaborated with team to investigate critical SEO-related issues and provided impactful solutions.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of large teams across several sites.
Head Mistress
Pearls Nursury School
Jammu
03.2009 - 04.2011
Keynote Speaker
Various Organisations
Jammu
10.2004 - 01.2011
Event Management Coordinator
Various Organisations
Jammu
03.2002 - 11.2008
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Handled events like JAMMU MARATHON featuring actress Soha Ali Khan, SCHOOL FETES etc.
- Coordinated and Conducted events for prestigious clubs, government bodies and education institutes.
Manager of Business Development and Sales
SRMR Jewellers
Ludhiana
02.1999 - 01.2002
- Developed deep understanding of customer needs, priorities and pain points to deliver customized service.
- Collaborated with sales, marketing and other internal teams to meet shared goals.
- Formulated well-defined action plan to prioritize potential clients and achieve and exceed objectives.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
07.2019 - 12.2021
MBA - Finance (MFC)
07.2000 - 06.2002
Bachelors of Commerce - Commerce
08.1998 - 04.2000
Certification in Career Counselling - Career And Technical Education
12.2022 - 04.2023
ICF Certification | Leadership & Wellness Coaching - Health And Wellness
10.2017 - 10.2017
ABNLP Certification in NLP - Neuro Linguistic Programming
10.2017 - 10.2017
Certification in Hypnotherapy Healing - Hypnotherapy
06.2017 - 12.2017
Higher Diploma in Software Engineering - Computer Science And Programming
05.1999 - 04.2000
Skills
Strong demonstration skills
Strategic planning and implementation
Strong attention to detail
Creative and innovative
Excellent verbal and written communication
Team leadership and coaching
Public and Media Relations
Print and Digital Media
Business development expertise
Self-Motivated
Interpersonal Communication
Training and Development
Mental health support
Problem-Solving
Educational program implementation
Accomplishments
- Wrote the self-help book 'Mind, Life & Reflections' which received the prestigious 'Best Book Non-Fiction' award and was a Top 10 featured book in the self-help category for 2019. Engaged audiences through interactive talks at popular literary festivals like Gurgaon Literature Fest and Jammu Literary Fest.
- Contributed to the development of the Happiness Curriculum in Delhi.
- Founded the Women Do Ride, first women cycling club in J&K, which was recognized by the J&K Governor, Uttarakhand CM, and other dignitaries.
- Active social worker, volunteering for emotion management mentorship cases, offering free child counseling, and contributing to various social organizations, including Forum for Rights & Justice and Sunrise Trust.
References
On Request
Timeline
Univariety & UCLA - Certification in Career Counselling, Career And Technical Education
12.2022 - 04.2023
IGNOU - Master of Arts, Psychology
07.2019 - 12.2021
Freelance Consultant - Indian Army, Corporate Houses, Individuals etc.
07.2019 - Current
Project Leader - Greater Jammu (Digital Wing)
11.2018 - 10.2019
NLP Academy - ICF Certification | Leadership & Wellness Coaching, Health And Wellness
10.2017 - 10.2017
NLP Academy - ABNLP Certification in NLP , Neuro Linguistic Programming
10.2017 - 10.2017
Hypnotherapy School of India - Certification in Hypnotherapy Healing, Hypnotherapy
06.2017 - 12.2017
Creative Director - Jammu Links News
06.2015 - 02.2018
Operations Manager - U4U Voice
04.2013 - 03.2014
Head Mistress - Pearls Nursury School
03.2009 - 04.2011
Keynote Speaker - Various Organisations
10.2004 - 01.2011
Event Management Coordinator - Various Organisations
03.2002 - 11.2008
Panjab University - MBA, Finance (MFC)
07.2000 - 06.2002
Aptech - Higher Diploma in Software Engineering , Computer Science And Programming
05.1999 - 04.2000
Manager of Business Development and Sales - SRMR Jewellers
02.1999 - 01.2002
SA Jain College - Bachelors of Commerce, Commerce
08.1998 - 04.2000