From Call Centers to Coaching Success: The Inspiring Journey of Trainer Priya Rathore
Insights from The Trainers Talk Show with Prof. Rohan Homkar
“Even if 1% of what I say impacts someone positively, my job as a trainer is done.” – Priya Rathore
In a heartfelt and enriching episode of The Trainers Talk Show, host Prof. Rohan Homkar sat down with seasoned communication coach and corporate trainer Priya Rathore to discuss her journey, challenges, methods, and the evolving world of training. The conversation was more than just a reflection of her career – it was a masterclass for anyone aspiring to enter the world of facilitation, coaching, or corporate training.
🎙️ Meet the Guest: Priya Rathore
With over 15 years of experience in the training industry, Priya Rathore is a Voice and Accent Specialist, Communication Coach, and Soft Skills Trainer. Her career began in the call center industry, where her performance and communication style caught the attention of her mentors. What started as an appreciation for her calls soon turned into an opportunity to step into the world of training and coaching.
Over the years, Priya transitioned from accent training to behavioral and soft skills development, bringing in certifications in NLP, Positive Psychology, Storytelling, and Human Resource Management. Today, she coaches business professionals, public speakers, and pageant contestants, helping them enhance their articulation, grammar, voice modulation, and confidence.
🎤 The Host: Prof. Rohan Homkar
The founder of The Trainers Talk Show, Prof. Rohan Homkar is a seasoned educator, speaker, and podcast host with a deep passion for empowering trainers and educators. His insightful interviewing style, warm demeanor, and strong understanding of human development make his talk show a safe and reflective space for trainers to open up and share their real stories. With over a decade of experience in education and training, Rohan's mission is to create visibility and value for people in the training community.
🔍 Key Insights from the Episode
1. Your Journey Is Your Power
Priya’s transition from a call center executive to a highly sought-after trainer shows that passion and consistent self-improvement can take you far, regardless of your academic background. A microbiology graduate, Priya followed her heart and embraced communication as her calling.
2. Training Requires Preparation, Not Just Passion
One of the biggest takeaways from the interview was her emphasis on rigorous preparation. For every 15-minute training, Priya suggests preparing for at least an hour. According to her, “Being a good speaker doesn’t make you a good trainer. Intent and preparedness do.”
3. Mentors Make the Difference
During tough times, Priya leaned on her mentors, especially during her early days at Reliance. She emphasized how feedback, support, and honest conversations with senior trainers shaped her resilience.
4. Certifications vs. Mastery
While she holds multiple certifications, Priya clearly stated that real mastery comes from repeated practice and coaching others. She believes that even without a certificate, if you've spent 10,000+ hours training or coaching, your expertise shows.
5. Coaching Is the Future
As the training industry evolves, personalized coaching is emerging as a critical trend. Trainers are now shifting towards working 1-on-1 with clients, understanding specific goals, and offering tailor-made solutions – from grammar and articulation to emotional intelligence.
6. Tools, Books & Platforms
Priya recommends:
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Toastmasters International – for public speaking practice
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AI-based grammar tools – to refine language
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Books like "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell – to understand the 10,000-hour rule for mastery
💡 Advice for Aspiring Trainers
Priya’s message to new trainers is simple yet powerful:
“Don’t jump into the market with only a certificate. Practice in a safe space first—your organization, your community, your internal teams. Master the art before you call yourself a master.”
🎬 Final Thoughts from the Host
Prof. Rohan Homkar wrapped up the episode by appreciating Priya’s humility, authenticity, and deep knowledge. He shared his own story of starting his YouTube channel in 2014, not out of ambition but necessity—when he recorded voice notes for students while hospitalized with jaundice. That intent—to serve students and make education accessible—continues to drive his mission.
🎧 Conclusion
The episode with Priya Rathore is more than just a conversation; it’s a guidebook for trainers, coaches, and communicators. It reminds us that clarity of intent, discipline, and resilience are more important than titles and degrees. Whether you're starting your training journey or are already in the field, this episode is sure to leave you inspired.
👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube now
https://youtu.be/q1OtOmmU16M
📌 Visit: www.thetrainerstalkshow.co.in
