Journal: Notes from the Beyond 8 tribe

We write for families and educators who are thinking carefully about what school can be after Grade 8. Here you’ll find clear viewpoints, lived stories, and practical lenses on learning, adolescence, and choice, written by our founders, mentors, and occasionally, our learners.

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Best careers to pick after IGCSE / AS & A sociology

Sociology is an academic subject that is immensely valuable in the real world. Let’s explore different career options in this interesting and impactful field.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

31 August 2021

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How can you find happiness at work?

Is the pursuit of happiness a goal or a journey? Sriram Kalyanaraman, Founder of Amaidhi School of Transformation shares his tips for anyone seeking happiness at the workplace.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

23 August 2021

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Understanding happiness to thrive in the workplace

During our Masterclass with Sriram Kalyanaraman, the founder of Amaidhi School of Transformation, we delved into better understanding happiness.

Aishwarya Muralidhar

Aishwarya Muralidhar

23 August 2021

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What is liberal education? Myths vs facts

Liberal education is often clouded in misconceptions. Nandini, a co-founder of Beyond 8, shares how a clear understanding of facts can help you realise the true potential of a liberal arts degree.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

19 August 2021

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3 Things to keep in mind when pursuing a creative career

Thinking of a career to stoke your creativity? Here's what Aparna Vinod, founder of The Craft Caravan, has to say to teens considering creative pursuits.

Aishwarya Muralidhar

Aishwarya Muralidhar

18 August 2021

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Parents, it's time to look at careers differently. Here’s why!

Facing parental pressure when it comes to career choices is common. Helping and guiding your child is necessary, but there is a clear difference between that and pressuring them to follow your plans

Raaji Naveen

Raaji Naveen

9 August 2021

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Biology careers for IGCSE / AS & A students : top 5 picks

Does a career in biology and life sciences excite you? In this post, we dig deeper into how learners can build a solid foundation in the subject as part of their IGCSE / AS & A levels.

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

2 August 2021

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Valuable career tips from India's first Child and Maternity Photographer

Considering a career in photography after college? Amrita Samant, India's first child and maternity photographer dishes out her expert advice on pursuing the art of photography.

Aishwarya Muralidhar

Aishwarya Muralidhar

30 July 2021

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5 surefire ways to lead your people to success: lessons from the top!

Insights from the CEO of Apollo Hospitals on what makes a ‘people’s leader’

Arpit Chhikara

Arpit Chhikara

29 July 2021

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