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- About Us
Empowering people. Transforming lives. Building better futures.
The Skill Mill is a Bhubaneswar-based learning & human development organisation, a team of facilitators, counsellors, and learning architects dedicated to unlocking human potential.
- Learning Solutions
Learn. Grow. Lead. Transform.
At The Skill Mill, we believe education is far more than acquiring knowledge, it is about discovering potential, developing confidence, and creating meaningful impact. From our home in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, we empower individuals, educational institutions, corporate teams, and communities through transformative training and professional development programs.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between knowledge and real-world success, equipping people with the skills, mindset, and confidence needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Every experience is interactive, practical, and outcome-oriented, so learning translates into action from day one.
- Our Values
What we stand for
Four commitments that shape every workshop, conversation, and partnership.
Be Truthful
Values are not just principles we uphold, they are the foundation of every business decision and human interaction. With integrity, transparency, and accountability, we consistently do what is right for our clients, our people, and the future we are building together.
Be Kind
We are committed to creating positive impact without compromise. By leading with compassion, acting with integrity, and serving with grace, we hold every decision to a simple standard: Is it fair? Is it balanced? Is it the right thing to do?
Transform Together
Lasting transformation happens when leaders unite vision with empathy. By leading with both heart and mind, they inspire trust, ignite collaboration, and elevate teams to achieve more than they ever thought possible.
Relentless Pursuit
Exceptional leaders never stop learning. By fostering curiosity, resilience, and a growth mind-set, we empower people to unlock their full potential and continuously raise the bar for themselves and those around them.
- Leadership Philosophy
How we think about growth
Lead with purpose
True leadership is never an accident. It is the art of service, cultivated by intent.
Learn by doing
Fewer Lectures. More practice. Experience real growth.
Grow together
Learning compounds in community. We craft connection, not just content.
- Ambassadors of change
The minds behind The Skill Mill
Two seasoned practitioners with a shared belief that people, given the right environment, can transform.
Zahid Akhtar
Co-Founder
Zahid Akhtar has earned a reputation worldwide as a compelling public speaker, an accomplished counsellor and trainer, a start-up enthusiast and an entrepreneur. He speaks widely on Leadership, Effective Communication, Mental Health, and Life Coaching. As co-founder of The Skill Mill, he has worked diligently with Priyanka to build the company into one of the premier personality development organisations.
27+ years of overall experience · 13+ years in Training & Development
Priyanka Narula
Co-Founder
Priyanka is a communication and behavioural skills trainer specialising in business communication, employability enhancement, customer interaction training, and workplace readiness programs. Her 25-year journey in the corporate world taught her that success isn't determined by technical knowledge alone, the professionals who truly stand out communicate with confidence, lead with empathy, think critically, and connect meaningfully with people.
25+ years across corporate learning & behavioural skills
- Why Organizations Trust Us
Impact you can count
Partner organisations
Learners empowered
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