Orobi Bakhtiar

Integrated tech: The future of fashion and lifestyle

Over the years, lifestyle products such as watches and glasses have become smarter and more diverse as computing and internet technology advance rapidly.

2y ago

Games that defined us: a tribute to Vice City and San Andreas

There is a great chance you haven’t had a chance to play these earlier influence games, particularly if you grew up on Grand

3y ago

The ultimate guide to buying second hand TVs

No matter why you’re buying a used TV, there are a few things that you should keep in mind. All of these things are covered by your TV warranty when you buy a new model, but you will have to be extra cautious if you buy a used model.

3y ago

The ultimate guide to shopping for a second hand phone

Nonetheless, buying a new phone is not always an option, especially if you consider yourself a gadget freak and are always on the lookout for the latest models that are creating waves in the mobile phone industry.

3y ago

How to maintain a work-study-life balance

However, work and studies can sometimes be difficult to juggle because you must divide your time evenly between your academic and work schedule. For those of you who find it challenging to balance studying with your job or an internship, we’ve got you covered.

3y ago

What’s new on Netflix in August

Throughout August, Netflix will offer a stellar lineup of movies and series. There’s an exciting amount of mystery and action titles with Beckett but lighter stories and rom-coms like the Kissing Booth, Vivo and K-drama Hometown Cha-cha-cha are not to be missed as well. We’ve got lots in store for you this month, so keep reading to find out.

3y ago

AI whiplash: navigating the surprising aftermath of the pandemic

As the pandemic began to upend the world last year, businesses reached for every tool at their disposal—including AI—to solve challenges and serve customers safely and effectively. While every organisation will need its own playbook to recover from the AI whiplash and optimise its investment in the technology, a comprehensive plan should include five components:

3y ago

Building a podcast studio at home

The first step is to choose the right podcasting space. It is most likely that the location of your podcast studio will have the greatest impact on the sound quality of your audio.

3y ago
April 30, 2021
April 30, 2021

Getting Fired: Look out for these signs

What are the parallels between Elon Musk, Serena Williams, and Leonardo DiCaprio?

March 19, 2021
March 19, 2021

Audiobook apps to revisit the gems of Bengali literature

Days, when audiobooks were sold on CDs, are gone forever. Now, all you need is a smartphone or tablet. Audiobooks are voice recordings of the text of a book that you listen to rather than read.

February 26, 2021
February 26, 2021

How to ace your Video CV

While they’re not suitable for every type of job, video CVs are increasing in popularity. With employers typically inundated with applications for every advertised role, it’s important to make your CV stand out. One way that career-savvy graduates are doing this is by submitting their CV in video format.

February 19, 2021
February 19, 2021

The art of lying: Job interview edition

It’s no wonder, really. Even as children we were socialised to tell white lies about the gifts that grandma brings or how dinner tastes. Job interviews are simply a high-stakes extension of that dynamic.

February 12, 2021
February 12, 2021

Can Gossip in the Workplace be Positive?

If you say the word “gossip” this usually carries negative connotations. A person who is considered “a gossip” is often frowned upon, looked down on, or otherwise seen in a negative manner.

January 22, 2021
January 22, 2021

Job crafting: Turn the job you have into the job you want

During the week, most of us spend half our waking hours at work. And a lot of us see it as a struggle, or at least a bore, looking forward to the weekend when we can do more worthwhile things.

January 22, 2021
January 22, 2021

Edge Computing: Why it Matters

Edge computing is transforming the way data is being handled, processed, and delivered from millions of devices around the world. The explosive growth of internet-connected devices – the IoT – along with new applications that require real-time computing power, continues to drive edge-computing systems.

January 15, 2021
January 15, 2021

How to negotiate to get your dream job

Finding a good job may sometimes turn out to be hectic if you do not use effective strategies. There are many people who often lose hope after applying for several jobs without any progress. But how do you overcome this challenge? How do you find a job that you have a passion for?

January 15, 2021
January 15, 2021

Telehealth: Is it enough?

As healthcare systems all over the world become saturated, populations grow in size and age, and technology evolves at a pace never seen before, there is a growing need to update existing health systems. Luckily, there are also many opportunities for improvement.

January 8, 2021
January 8, 2021

Breaking gender stereotypes in the workplace

While numbers vary across industries, a recent survey in the financial services sector found that while women represented 58% of human resources, 46% of marketing, and 35% of legal executive roles, they held only 13% of technology, 17% of finance and 21% of operations executive roles. Unfortunately, gender pay gaps arise because the management occupations with fewer women typically pay more.