FutureReady: Guiding Students and Parents Toward Success
From Scientist to Student Strategy Coach
“Academic success doesn’t guarantee life success—habits, mindset, and discipline do.”
I’m Dr. Sushil Kumar Tomar, a PhD from IIT Kanpur and former scientist at Ohio State University, USA. I started my journey in a small town in Uttar Pradesh and grew through every phase—from Indian academia to global research labs. Over the years, I learned that success in life isn't just about intelligence or marks. It’s about emotional control, focus, time discipline, and mindset. As a Student Development Coach, I now guide students and parents to develop these critical qualities—early.
My content is inspired by transformational books like Atomic Habits (James Clear), Deep Work (Cal Newport), Mindset (Carol Dweck), Grit (Angela Duckworth), Eat That Frog (Brian Tracy), Attitude Is Everything (Jeff Keller), Can't Hurt Me (David Goggins), The Power of Now (Eckhart Tolle), The Psychology of Money (Morgan Housel), and more.
These books offer powerful tools for habit formation, emotional strength, focus, and resilience—concepts many people only learn through corporate training or life crises. But if we introduce them to students and parents early, we can change the game.
What I Offer to Schools and Families
In my 75-minute student session titled “Success Through Personal Growth and Positive Habits”, I simplify deep ideas into practical tools students can apply daily. We talk about:
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How to build better study routines
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Why internal motivation beats pressure
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How to handle stress, distractions, and comparison
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And most importantly, how to support one another—not just compete
This session uses real-life examples and brain-friendly techniques to help students unlock focus, confidence, and clarity.
In my 75-minute parent session called “Helping Your Child Thrive: Parental Strategies”, I work with parents to build the right support system at home. We explore:
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How to stay involved without creating pressure
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How to understand and manage teenage stress and distractions
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How to guide your child’s academic/career choices calmly and wisely
Both talks are honest, research-backed, and rooted in experience—not theory.
Focused Sessions (FS): 1:1 Personal Guidance
For those who need individual support, I offer 1:1 Focused Sessions (FS) for students, parents, and professionals. These sessions help with:
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Lack of focus, clarity, or direction
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Study and time management struggles
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Emotional overwhelm or confusion about next steps
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Financial wellness mindset (no investment advice)
These are 30-minute confidential clarity sessions, available online.
Why These Sessions Matter
“Two students in the same class, same grades. One thrives, the other struggles. Why?”
Because success isn't just about academics. It’s about discipline, mindset, resilience, and self-belief—qualities that make the real difference. Most people develop these traits late, often after failures. But we can teach them early—and give students a head start.
“These are not just exam skills. These are life skills.”
If you’re a parent, teacher, or school leader, this is the chance to equip young minds with tools that will serve them for life—not just for marks.
My writings...
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Why Your Belief in Your Child Matters More Than You Think | Apr, 2025 | Medium