Major Rupinder Kalkat

Founder @ThePoisededge|Helping Organisation to build confident Leaders, Turning groups into high-performance teams| Helping professionals build Executive Presence & Personal Brand Authority|Ex-Indian Army Officer

New Delhi, Delhi, India

About

With over 11 years of experience in the Indian Army and as certified soft skill trainer and Image consultant, I now serve as a Leadership and Image Coach at The Poised Edge. Combining my military background with corporate training disciplines, I focus on fostering executive presence, team building, soft skills, and workplace etiquette. As a certified POSH trainer, I work to create inclusive and respectful work environments. My mission is to guide individuals and teams in aligning their internal confidence with their external presence. Through corporate training and coaching, I empower professionals to enhance their communication, leadership, and personal branding skills while emphasizing cultural adaptability and professional growth.

Experience

  • Corporate Trainer at ThePoised Edge by Rupider
    Feb 2026 - Present · 6 mos

  • Major Retired at The poised edge
    Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Army Veteran|Soft Skill Trainer and Image Consultant| Motivational Speaker|Certified POSH Trainer| at Freelance
    Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

    I am a retired Indian Army Major with 11+ years of distinguished service in the Corps of EME, where I honed the art of leading teams under pressure, managing high-stakes operations, and building resilience in diverse environments. Transitioning from the battlefield to the boardroom, I now empower professionals and organizations to enhance their presence, performance, and perception. As a Leadership & Image Excellence Coach and Corporate Trainer, I combine the discipline, strategic thinking, and team management skills of the Armed Forces with the finesse of executive presence and soft skills. My areas of expertise include: Leadership Management & Executive Presence Team Building & Collaboration Goal Setting, Time Management & Stress Management The Art of First Impressions Non-Verbal Communication & Body Language Etiquette & Workplace Professionalism Grooming Excellence for Professionals POSH Awareness & Training I believe that success is not just about skills and knowledge, but also about how you show up, communicate, and inspire others. Through structured training programs, I help individuals and organizations craft a confident image, build cohesive teams, and thrive in today’s competitive professional landscape.

  • Leadership and Image Coach, Corporate Trainer, Etiquette and grooming Coach, Image Consultant at The Poised Edge by Rupinder
    Aug 2024 - Present · 2 yrs

  • Major at Govt service India
    Mar 2012 - Jun 2023 · 11 yrs 4 mos

    An army veteran.