IAS Sonal Goel on Civil Services, Social Media, and Breaking Gender Bias | Exclusive Podcast

In this insightful episode of Cazual Talk with Vijender Chauhan, we sit down with IAS officer and social media influencer Sonal Goel to explore her incredible journey in civil services, the challenges she faced, and her achievements. Sonal shares her thoughts on women’s empowerment, work-life balance, and the biases that women face in the bureaucracy. She also opens up about her personal life, including her relationship with her father, and gives valuable advice to UPSC aspirants. Watch the full episode to gain unique insights into life as an IAS officer, women in leadership, and Sonal's evolving role as a content creator.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and Expectations of IAS Officers
2:24 - Why Sonal decided to become an IAS officer
5:56 - Initial IAS Service Challenges and Achievements
7:44 - Social Media Influence on Civil Services
13:35 - The Role of Educational Institutions
17:31 - Career Differences Between Men and Women
19:58 - Work-life balance for Women IAS Officers
21:30 - Biases and Prejudice against Women IAS Officers
24:21 - Sonal's Relationship with Her Father
29:51 - Challenges Faced as an IAS Officer in Tripura
34:50 - Sonal as a Content Creator
41:40 - Sonal on Women’s Safety
49:54 - Should IAS aspirants engage in relationships during UPSC preparation?
1:00:07 - Sonal’s Interview Experience
1:04:42 - Closing Thoughts

Don't miss out on this deep dive into the life of a dynamic IAS officer who’s breaking barriers both offline and online. Be sure to subscribe for more insightful discussions!

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