Breaking Barriers: Why Building a Career Matters for Both Men and Women

Manpreet Kour
Jul 12
2 min read

For years, society quietly whispered:“Ladke kamaate hain, ladkiyan sambhalti hain.”But not anymore.

Today, career is no longer a gender-specific dream, it’s a basic right, a personal goal, and a path to independence, self-worth, and identity.

At Skillinabox, we strongly believe that every individual, regardless of gender, deserves the freedom to dream, learn, earn, and grow. Whether it’s a girl from a small town who wants to become a fashion designer, or a boy who wants to break into the beauty industry, a career gives wings to those dreams.

Let’s explore why career matters equally for both men and women in today’s world.

1. Career Builds Identity — Beyond Labels

A career gives a person a sense of purpose and recognition. It allows people to say:“I am a designer.”“I am an entrepreneur.”“I am independent.”

This applies to both genders. For women, especially in traditional households, a career can help them redefine their roles. For men, it can help them break free from the pressure of being the sole provider.

2. Financial Freedom = Real Freedom

Whether you are a boy or girl, earning your own money changes everything.

You can support your family
Invest in your dreams
Make your own decisions
Walk out of situations that don’t serve you

In short, when you earn, you choose.

3. Career Reduces Dependency & Insecurity

Gone are the days when people could rely on “someone else” for life’s expenses.

Girls shouldn’t have to depend on husbands or fathers.
Boys shouldn’t carry the burden of being the only breadwinner.

A dual-career mindset in families brings stability, respect, and emotional balance.

4. Career Promotes Equality at Home and in Society

When both men and women work, the mindset of society begins to shift.Housework becomes shared. Parenting becomes balanced. Decisions are made together.

The concept of “ghar ka kaam ladki ka” or “ladka hi sambhalega sab kuch” slowly fades away.

At Skillinabox, we celebrate learners from all genders, many of our male students are learning fashion and makeup, while female students are running their own businesses.

5. Career Empowers Future Generations

When children grow up seeing both parents working or both siblings building careers, they learn one important lesson:

“Dreams don’t come with gender tags.”

You can be a boy who loves beauty, or a girl who builds brands, what matters is your skill, not your gender.

Skillinabox: Your Skill, Your Identity

At Skillinabox, we’ve helped hundreds of learners, from tier 2 and tier 3 cities, turn their talent into a career.

Our courses in fashion design, cosmetology, digital marketing, and more are designed for learners of all genders, ages, and backgrounds.
We offer certified training, career support, and a chance to create your own identity.

Explore career-building courses with Skillinabox and take control of your future, no matter who you are.