At STRIDES, we merge cutting-edge technology with compassionate, human-centered counselling to help individuals navigate their career journeys with clarity and purpose. Our approach is rooted in advanced AI algorithms and neuroscience-backed assessments, developed in collaboration with leading domain experts.
These powerful tools allow us to decode an individual’s cognitive abilities, personality traits, emotional patterns, and core interests with exceptional accuracy. The result? Personalized career reports that offer far more than generic advice—they uncover unique strengths, hidden potential, and ideal pathways forward.
What sets STRIDES apart is our ability to combine scientific precision with empathetic, one-on-one counselling. We ensure every student, parent, or professional receives tailored guidance that aligns not just with their skills, but also with their values, goals and dreams.
Rennie Rao is the founder of STRIDES, an initiative offering career counseling and personal development services for students and professionals. She is a Postgraduate in Counseling, a Certified Career Counselor, and a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). She currently practices as a Career Counselor and Counselor, bringing empathy and insight to individuals facing academic, professional and emotional challenges. She has also volunteered extensively with NGOs reflecting her deep commitment to social causes.
Rennie’s qualifications also include a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) and certification as a Behavioral Trainer, allowing her to effectively bridge the domains of education and mental wellness. She has worked extensively as a Teacher and Counselor in academic institutions.A passionate lifelong learner, Rennie has earned multiple certifications in related fields and has actively participated in several specialized workshops conducted by NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences).
At STRIDES, we don’t just help people choose careers—we help them understand themselves. I believe that when guidance is rooted in both science and empathy, it creates powerful transformation. Whether you’re a student exploring options or a professional seeking change, our goal is to help you move ahead with certainty, courage, and self-awareness.
My first born Tanisha , a thorough introvert , has always been reluctant about opening herself to new experiences. As she entered her teenage years she was even more private. In her teens as she was becoming she did not clearly express what she wanted to opt for in her career. So my husband and I wanted her to go through the career counselling from Strides. Tanisha commits to something only when she is comfortable and when it’s deeply connected . She went to Ms Rennie Rao and she must have felt safe to be herself and let herself be. Tanisha telling me that ‘ I like her mama’ meant that she was in experienced hands , who knew how to handle her and she agreed to the test with Strides. The instructions for the test was clear allowing Tanisha to bring out her real self. Then came the counselling session. Tanisha was nervous but equally excited. Ms Rennie Rao is adept at her field and her counselling was honest yet unabrasive, developmental yet liberating and most importantly it gave confidence to Tanisha to explore things that she is good at. Introverts sometimes need honest nudges to excel and this counselling with Strides could well have been that. Could not have been more grateful to Strides and Ms Rennie Rao.
We are sure, you will continue to guide young minds and liberate them to be their best version.
Rennie ma'am at Strides is an amazing career counsellor. She helped in guiding us for my daughter's further course of study in a very systematic, scientific way and provided us a comprehensive report too.
SSB Bullseye has been leveraging the career assessment services offered by Strides on a regular basis. The comprehensive reports provided have been instrumental in empowering our students to make well-informed decisions about their career paths. I truly appreciate the valuable support Strides has been providing to our defence aspirants.
I would like to state that Strides Counselling conducted a career counselling assessment and follow up discussions with my sons Aditya and Siddharth to assess their areas of interest, careers they could pursue and helped them with making informed decisions. My sons were happy to interact with Ms. Rennie during the follow up discussions which was conducted in a very professional manner highlighting the strengths and areas for improvement as per the assessment.
The sessions were systematically conducted and professionally dealt with.
My Career Guidance through Strides was very convenient and beneficial. Their guidance was very helpful for me to select my subjects for college. The tests conducted are not much time consuming and simple to attempt. Rennie Ma'am who was guiding me was very proficient and gracious.
Making the shift from a corporate career to entrepreneurship was a big decision, and Strides played a pivotal role in this transition. Their career assessment gave me a clearer understanding of my strengths and motivators. The counselling that followed was also balanced, non-judgemental, and keenly focused on what felt right for me.
What made the experience stand out was the balance between structure and insight. The process was methodical, but never impersonal. I’m grateful to Strides for helping me move forward in my career with utmost clarity and confidence.
Ms. Rennie's guidance was instrumental in helping our son navigate his post-12th grade education path. Her remarkable ability to understand his mindset and facilitate open family discussions was invaluable. The Strides assessment provided a thorough understanding of his aptitude and interests, revealing a range of course and career options that leveraged his strengths. A key takeaway from her advice was to focus on excelling in his unique field of interest, rather than settling for mediocrity. We're grateful for her expertise and the Strides framework, which continues to guide us. Thank you, Ms. Rennie, for your exceptional support and guidance!
We sincerely thank Strides for conducting comprehensive psychometric career testing for our Grade X students at Presidency School Bangalore North.
A total of 171 students benefited from the scientific and insightful assessment process, which has greatly supported them in understanding their strengths, interests, and aptitudes.
The detailed online reports provided by the Strides team have played a vital role in helping our students make informed decisions about their academic and career paths. We appreciate the professionalism, clarity, and quick results being provided for all students.
This collaboration has been an invaluable step towards empowering our students with the right tools for future planning.
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