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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.
Why the culture of glorifying over-work needs to stop
The glorification of overworking and the expectation to stay late in the office have become long-ingrained in the corporate culture of many countries, including Bangladesh. But in this modern age, while many countries across the world are doing away with this culture, staying late is still often seen as a sign of dedication and hard work in Bangladesh.
Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
Bridging the gender gap in science and tech
In an exclusive interview, Farhana Hasan, CEO of HerWILL, shared with us insights from her career, offering advice and inspiration to women navigating STEM's multifaceted complexities.
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Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
Six strategies to juggle a full-time job and postgraduate studies
Pursuing postgraduate studies while having a full-time career can be very daunting. Here are six strategies that will help the process of balancing the two during this important point of your life.
Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
Shark Tank Bangladesh: Can this be a game-changer for local startups?
The popular television series 'Shark Tank', known for its presence in more than 40 countries, is set to launch a localised edition in Bangladesh. The show has already helped the startup scene in various countries, including the United States, Australia, Russia, and India. With all its impact, how will the business-oriented reality show fare in this country?
Ending locker room talk at the workplace
While there are many more strides to be made to reach equality, higher representation in top management indicates that women have a much stronger voice at the workplace today, leaving no excuse or rationale to get away with entertaining lewd locker room talk.
How to effectively deal with job searching fatigue
Application fatigue sets in when the initial enthusiasm for job searching gives way to the despair of repeated rejections. This emotional toll not only saps one's energy but can also lead to a reluctance to apply for new positions, for fear of facing further disappointment.