Time to Take a Breathing Break at Work
Nowadays in the fast-paced business world, employee well-being is more important than ever. But still, the focus tends to be on profitability and growth rather than on individual needs. This…
Turning Trauma into Strength
Year 2008, the world watched as Elon Musk faced a near-catastrophic period in his life. Both of his companies, Tesla and SpaceX, were on the brink of collapse, with financial…
Nervous System Dysregulation: Not a disease, but serious indeed
For months now, Foysal (pseudonym), a 27-year-old man in Dhaka, has felt tired. It’s not like he has been overworked or stressed about anything in particular – he just feels…
The Paradox of FOMO
Growing up, while I try to maintain my job with other duties, it often feels like juggling too many balls at once. When my friends go on fun trips and…
The Emotional Interplay of Turning Your Hobby Into A Career
One of my favourite movies of all time is Kiki’s Delivery Service. Over the years, as I grew older, I made it a ritual to rewatch it at least once…
New Year’s Resolutons: A Fun & Flourishing Journey
The clock has struck midnight, and fireworks have erupted throughout the sky, hiding the darkness beneath; you are now at the brink of a new year—where, amid the dazzling display,…
Chorki just needs to keep doing what it’s good at, producing quality content: Zaraif Ayaat Hossain
Zaraif Ayaat Hossain is the Head of Strategy and Transformation at Transcom Ltd, one of Bangladesh’s largest and most diversified business conglomerates. Transcom’s businesses span across pharmaceuticals, food and beverages,…
Deny to defend?
"We don't see things as they are, we see things as we are." - Anais Nin. As the calendar pages turned, marking my journey of more than a year within…
Becoming the Modern Monk A Guide to Mastering Focus
Throughout my life, I have been a 'jack of all trades, master of none.' My never-ending desire to explore many interests has been a significant cause of stress and has…
Navigating Office Drama with a Smile: Conflict Resolution in Workplaces
Picture this: an office in Dhaka, with employees from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints working side by side. In the labyrinth of cubicles and the aroma of steaming cha, conflicts are…
Leading Across Generations
As time marches forward, generations and their values, ideologies and working styles also change. As early as 20 years ago, leadership used to be very much task-oriented. But as the…
Biasness-Good or Bad?
From the minute we open our eyes in the morning until we close them again at night, we are constantly making choices. Although the exact number varies from person to…
Stress Management for Success: Developing Resilience Skills in the Workplace
As a young professional, Zohra often feels cluttered with overwhelming thoughts at work. While she aspires to become one of the best performers in the organisation, the constant worrying about…
Mid Management: The Bridge Between Strategy and Execution
Amidst the hustle and bustle of a rapidly growing corporate company, there exists a group of unsung heroes, often overlooked yet crucial to its success: the mid-level managers. Mid management…
Shattering Ceilings for a Journey to Leadership
In an era where the world values creativity and encourages people to reach their potential, an invisible barrier restricts women who are somewhat confined within the heavy boundaries of societal…