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Next Step / How to have effective performance conversations with your manager
In the frenzy of daily tasks, employees often prioritise performance conversations with their managers. Don’t let “crucial tasks” that perpetually pop-up take precedence over your self-growth and follow the below tips on having conversations that truly matter.
Next Step / 5 ice-breakers to make your next professional gathering less awkward
We’ve all been there: stuck in a professional meet-up, awkwardly lingering in a corner, unsure of how to jump into a conversation. Here are five practical ice-breakers to help you break the silence and get the conversation flowing.
Next Step / Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
Next Step / How soon should you switch careers?
Switching careers—for both new professionals and seasoned veterans—is a risky decision to take. So, when is the optimal time to consider switching careers?
Next Step / 5 top YouTube channels to learn Figma for UI/UX designers
Whether you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned UI/UX designer wanting to brush up your Figma skills, YouTube is a goldmine of knowledge. Here are five YouTube channels that will not only help you learn Figma but also share valuable UI/UX wisdom with you.
Next Step / Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
Next Step / Bridging the demand-skill gap in Bangladesh
'Skill-issue', a term popularised in the gaming world as a pejorative for those who struggle with difficult game levels, has been recognised by Bangladeshi youth as a barrier to showcasing their excellence in professional life. It simply refers to the gap in a person's technical skills, knowledge, tool competence, and behavioural skills as the world demands ever-increasing efficiency.
Next Step / Should you pursue a CMA degree?
While business degrees such as BBA and MBA are widely recognised, few students are aware of the professional credentials available in business, particularly in accounting. Beyond standard undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications, additional professional degrees can enhance career prospects significantly. One such option within accounting is the Cost and Management Accountant (CMA) qualification, which merits closer examination.
Next Step / Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
Shaping Bangladesh's future leaders: Career map and advice for the youth from a trailblazer
Steve Poré is the Regional Marketing Director - Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA) at BAT, with an illustrious career. n a sit-down conversation with him, we explored Steve’s exceptional career, international exposure, insights into Bangladesh's potential and the rising prowess of its youth.
How to craft your personal brand in the contemporary job market
In today's fluid job market, the concept of personal branding has ascended from a marketing buzzword to a career imperative. Your personal brand isn't just a lofty abstract; it's a concrete strategy that could well determine your career trajectory. Here's how you can lay its foundations.
Mastering connections: Cultivating stakeholder relationships through communication
In the whirlwind of rapid growth, strategic communication becomes vital, enabling organisations to disseminate information and engage, listen, and respond to key stakeholders' diverse needs and expectations.
Why building a strong network is vital for professionals
In today's dynamic professional landscape, the significance of building a robust network cannot be overstated. It's not just about accumulating business cards or LinkedIn connections – networking for professionals is a strategic investment in your career that goes beyond mere social interaction.
Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week.
Surviving and thriving in a fast-paced work environment: A guide
The need to adapt and excel in a fast-paced work environment is not just a skill but a necessity.
Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week.
The imperative of upskilling: navigating the future of work
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and seismic shifts in the global economy, the modern workplace is undergoing a transformation that is nothing short of revolutionary. Gone are the days when a single skill set could carry one through a lifetime of employment. Today, adaptability, agility and continuous learning are not just buzzwords; they are imperatives for survival.
Women's empowerment and equality in the digital space
The Daily Star recently had a conversation with Sajjab Hasib, Chief Marketing Officer at Grameenphone on gender equality, the empowerment of women, and how these factors influence the telecom industry.
From startup to sensation: Harnessing the power of communication in fast-growing companies
Some of the common challenges that most fast-growing companies face can include struggles with scalability and resources, hiring the right talent, changing customer expectations and needs, market saturation and competition, local regulations, media scrutiny, and a lot of communication overload.