Transforming capital market: A call for decisive action
Despite over a decade of investing in Bangladesh’s stock market, I have suffered a 40 percent loss even with a strategy focused on blue-chip shares since 2012. This experience highlights the structural issues plaguing our capital market -- low liquidity, lack of depth, and eroding investor confidence. Addressing these challenges requires bold, immediate measures grounded in global best practices tailored to local realities.
1w ago
Why employers struggle with Gen Z
In the viral Millennial Job Interview, young applicant Amy brings an unconventional view of professionalism that confuses her interviewer. Listing Snapchat and Instagram as her “tech skills”, she dismisses traditional tools like Excel, labelling Facebook “for old people.”
2w ago
Rethinking accounting today
Every year on November 10, the world recognises International Accounting Day, celebrating the essential role accountants play in ensuring financial stability and growth across economies.
3w ago
Reviving workplace motivation
Motivating employees is tantamount to convincing a fish to walk. While managers shout, “reach for excellence!” we reach for a cup of tea after braving Dhaka traffic to work. They say, “think big!” but our minds are counting down to the next public holiday. And “give it your best!” sounds great until someone realises “the best” had left at 5:30pm sharp. Let’s face it, the only motivation that really works here is Thursday afternoon, when we clock out and finally escape the inspiration overload!
1m ago
HR: The new corporate therapist
Human resources (HR), once the department that handled payroll, kept track of who took more sick days (or less), and planned those awkward team-building retreats where you felt you would rather be anywhere else -- is now expected to do a lot more than just decorate artificial plants inside the office.
1m ago
Telecom reforms for a smarter future
Bangladesh’s digital infrastructure services -- towers, fibre networks, submarine cables and data centres -- have all the potential but sadly, it is buried under layers of mismanagement and corruption.
1m ago
Telecom reforms for a smarter future
The shift from “Digital Bangladesh” to “Smart Bangladesh” was like trying to drive a car without an engine — all talk, little substance. While we have made big claims on paper, the reality was far from impressive. While waving the “Digital Bangladesh” flag, we ranked 105 out of 132 in Global Innovation Index 2023 (Source: World Intellectual Property Organization).
1m ago
Do you need a godfather?
It goes without saying that in national politics and even in the corporate world, one needs a godfather to survive and succeed. This godfather is not the kind that you find in movies, as in Marlon Brando. These come in the form of mentor guides and, let’s be real, they are the heavyweights who have your back.
2m ago
November 22, 2024
Transforming capital market: A call for decisive action
Despite over a decade of investing in Bangladesh’s stock market, I have suffered a 40 percent loss even with a strategy focused on blue-chip shares since 2012. This experience highlights the structural issues plaguing our capital market -- low liquidity, lack of depth, and eroding investor confidence. Addressing these challenges requires bold, immediate measures grounded in global best practices tailored to local realities.
November 15, 2024
Why employers struggle with Gen Z
In the viral Millennial Job Interview, young applicant Amy brings an unconventional view of professionalism that confuses her interviewer. Listing Snapchat and Instagram as her “tech skills”, she dismisses traditional tools like Excel, labelling Facebook “for old people.”
November 10, 2024
Rethinking accounting today
Every year on November 10, the world recognises International Accounting Day, celebrating the essential role accountants play in ensuring financial stability and growth across economies.
November 1, 2024
Reviving workplace motivation
Motivating employees is tantamount to convincing a fish to walk. While managers shout, “reach for excellence!” we reach for a cup of tea after braving Dhaka traffic to work. They say, “think big!” but our minds are counting down to the next public holiday. And “give it your best!” sounds great until someone realises “the best” had left at 5:30pm sharp. Let’s face it, the only motivation that really works here is Thursday afternoon, when we clock out and finally escape the inspiration overload!
October 25, 2024
HR: The new corporate therapist
Human resources (HR), once the department that handled payroll, kept track of who took more sick days (or less), and planned those awkward team-building retreats where you felt you would rather be anywhere else -- is now expected to do a lot more than just decorate artificial plants inside the office.
October 18, 2024
Telecom reforms for a smarter future
Bangladesh’s digital infrastructure services -- towers, fibre networks, submarine cables and data centres -- have all the potential but sadly, it is buried under layers of mismanagement and corruption.
October 11, 2024
Telecom reforms for a smarter future
The shift from “Digital Bangladesh” to “Smart Bangladesh” was like trying to drive a car without an engine — all talk, little substance. While we have made big claims on paper, the reality was far from impressive. While waving the “Digital Bangladesh” flag, we ranked 105 out of 132 in Global Innovation Index 2023 (Source: World Intellectual Property Organization).
October 4, 2024
Do you need a godfather?
It goes without saying that in national politics and even in the corporate world, one needs a godfather to survive and succeed. This godfather is not the kind that you find in movies, as in Marlon Brando. These come in the form of mentor guides and, let’s be real, they are the heavyweights who have your back.
September 20, 2024
A leader is as good as his team
We often say “a leader is as good as his team.” It is like making a perfect cup of tea -- sure, the leader might be the one pouring it, but without the right blend of tea leaves, sugar and milk, it is just hot water.
September 13, 2024
Interview like a pro
While being interviewed, Jamil was asked if he was ok with working overtime without extra pay, and he quipped, “I can, as long as you don’t expect results”, to which the interviewer laughed, acknowledging the playful exchange.
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