From Learning to Leading: A Journey of Growth and Impact

Nishar Fathima
25.02.25 03:58 PM - Comment(s)

My name is Nishar Fathima, and I had the incredible opportunity to intern at Abhyaz as a Data Analyst and Product Management Intern for three months. Internships are a crucial stepping stone in one's professional journey, offering hands-on experience and industry exposure. This experience allowed me to develop technical expertise, enhance problem-solving skills, and collaborate effectively in a team setting.

Roles and Responsibilities

During my tenure at Abhyaz, I worked on multiple data-driven projects that required precision and analytical thinking. My responsibilities included enriching account data for better insights, gathering and organizing data for streamlined CRM operations, ensuring data security through CRM dashboard backups, refining and updating product listingsoptimizing lead and product modules, structuring campaign contact lists, building induction and orientation feedback surveysorganizing recruitment datacustomizing lead layouts for improved usability, and refining helpdesk information to streamline customer support.

Tools Utilized

My internship at Abhyaz provided me with hands-on experience with multiple Zoho tools, which were integral to my daily tasks and responsibilities:

  • Zoho CRM – Used for account data enrichment, lead and product module optimization, updating product listings, customizing lead layouts, and maintaining CRM dashboard backups.
  • Zoho Desk – Utilized for refining helpdesk information and improving customer support operations.
  • Zoho Campaign – Assisted in structuring campaign contact lists for improved marketing outreach.
  • Zoho Survey – Used for building induction and orientation feedback surveys.
  • Zoho Recruit – Managed recruitment data efficiently to streamline hiring processes.
  • Zoho Sheets – Used for organizing and analyzing collected data to support business decisions.

Skills Developed

Through this internship, I significantly improved my technical and soft skills, which will be invaluable in my professional career. Some key skills I developed include:

  • Documentation Skills – Learned to efficiently document processes, data, and findings.
  • Communication Skills – Improved my ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
  • Team Collaboration – Worked closely with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
  • Leadership & Team Lead Experience – Took on leadership responsibilities in certain tasks, guiding team members toward successful project completion.
  • Problem-Solving – Developed a structured approach to identifying and resolving data-related issues.

Conclusion

My internship at Abhyaz was a rewarding and insightful journey that allowed me to gain practical experience in data analytics and product management. The hands-on work with Zoho tools, combined with the opportunity to lead and collaborate with teams, has equipped me with the necessary skills to thrive in the industry. I am grateful for the experience and look forward to applying these learnings in future professional endeavors.

Nishar Fathima