The early days of a new employment are when enthusiasm is at its greatest. In comparison to their more experienced colleagues, new hires are creative, motivated, and usually emanate a…
“Hyperfixation” is a word you’ve probably come across in digital spaces, often used casually to describe anything from TV binges to niche obsessions. But strip away the hashtags and humour,…
Remittances from migrant workers and Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves are two essential external flows that have long supported the country's macroeconomic resilience. After ready-made garment (RMG) exports, remittances were the…
In April 2025, Google announced it would retain third-party cookies in its Chrome browser, reversing its earlier plan to phase them out by 2024. This unexpected shift, influenced by regulatory…
Before I dive into this edition of the newsletter, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who has shown their support and evangelized my…
Introduction Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has long been a critical driver for economic growth, especially in developing nations. Among Asian countries, both Bangladesh and Vietnam have sought foreign investment to…
For years, mental health jargon has dominated talks. Look no further than “gaslighting,” which ushered in a new era of therapy-speak, as well as its synonyms “trauma,” “toxic,” and “triggered”—all…
How many times has ‘multitasking’ been mentioned as a strength during candidate interviews? Have you ever tried this yourself? You have probably heard this a lot from someone who is…
When Target expanded into Canada, it redesigned its stores to look sleek and modern. But they didn’t ask store employees for input, and only managers were briefed. Once the new…
Let’s think about a world where nothing goes to waste. Even the smallest element of organic or inorganic “waste” or the place we live or work in produces reusable energy.…
The Russia-Ukraine conflict, originating with Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea and subsequently escalating in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine, intensified in February 2022 with Russia's full-scale invasion. While initial…
Bangladesh is set to graduate from the Least Developed Country (LDC) designation in 2026, a milestone that brings both opportunities and challenges for its export sector. Currently, the country enjoys…
In recent years, foldable smartphones have become a game-changer for executives, revolutionizing how they balance their professional and personal lives. These devices combine the portability of a phone with the…
In a world where we are constantly connected and exposed to the struggles of others, the emotional toll of caring can often go unnoticed. Whether you're a healthcare worker, teacher,…
As Bangladesh moves into 2025, it faces a new set of economic challenges threatening to slow down its momentum and test its resilience. A combination of global and domestic factors…