Tips

Look rich, spend less: Thrifting in Bangladesh

Thrifting in Bangladesh is gaining popularity for its affordability, sustainability, and unique fashion appeal. Once stigmatized, second-hand shopping now thrives on platforms like Dhaka Thrift, blending climate consciousness, creativity, and smart consumer habits.

Planning your Eid escape? Don't leave home without these tips

Eid travel is chaotic, but planning ahead ensures a smooth journey. Book tickets early, pack smart, stay hydrated, and be cautious of pickpockets. Carry essentials, dress for the weather, and keep entertainment handy for a stress-free trip.

Looking at your dream job? Here’s how to get hired

Proactive job hunting involves thorough research, tailored resumes, networking, and interview preparation. Research industry trends, enhance skills via online courses, align resumes with job descriptions, leverage LinkedIn, and practice thoughtful responses for first impressions.

Top tips for maintaining your New Year's resolutions successfully

New year resolutions often fail due to fleeting motivation. Instead, create a system with achievable, SMART goals, broken down into smaller steps. Consistently track progress, maintain routines, and focus on controlling daily actions for lasting change.

Mastering tasks: Jot it down, get it done

Organising thoughts through writing improves clarity and productivity. Use to-do lists, SMART goal-setting, problem analysis, and gratitude journaling to streamline tasks, plan effectively, ease cognitive overload, and foster mindfulness. Boost focus and achieve more effortlessly.

Dust, mosquitoes, dry skin: Dhaka’s real winter dilemmas

Dhaka winters bring rooftop parties, but also three menaces: mosquitoes, dust, and dry skin. Resilient Dhakaites fight back with coils, sprays, lotions, and creative solutions, transforming winter’s challenges into a season of quirky defence.

Discover Fokinni Bazar: Where your Tk 10 goes a long way

Fokinni Bazar, near Dhaka's Tejkunipara railway tracks, offers dignity through hyper-affordable groceries. Vendors salvage discarded goods to feed the underprivileged, fostering community and resilience despite risks from passing trains and economic struggles.

The morning routine billionaires swear by—Can you handle it?

The One Billion Dollar Morning Routine, created by brain coach Jim Kwik, emphasizes early rising, hydration, gratitude, exercise, mindfulness, planning, learning, and a healthy breakfast. Avoiding distractions optimizes focus, energy, and productivity for achieving goals.

Shopping for the holud ceremony? Here’s our take on the “dala dilemma”

The tradition of exchanging dala gift baskets has evolved with stylish designs and functional options like wooden organisers.

June 24, 2023
June 24, 2023

Tips on how to become a great storyteller

Storytelling is one of the most ancient art forms. It is both art and science that has the power to create deep connections with one individual or many people. Storytelling might seem daunting to many due to its creative nature but learning a few tricks and regular practice can turn any of us into good storytellers with compelling narratives, both verbally and in writing.

June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023

Strategies and trends for online retail success

In this fast-paced digital world, with everything moving to online platforms, it only makes sense that shopping does too. After all, why spend the whole day going out when you can just shop from the comfort of your home? Today, e-commerce has become an integral part of the global retail landscape, with billions of dollars in transactions occurring online each year.

June 14, 2023
June 14, 2023

10 ways to reduce your electricity bills

Utility bills are on the rise. One must be cautious about the consumption of electricity in order to keep a check on the monthly bill. An increased use of electrical appliances, because of the warm and humid weather can translate to hefty bills, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Listed below are 10 tips and tricks that can help reduce your electricity bill.

June 14, 2023
June 14, 2023

How to use ChatGPT

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, ChatGPT has emerged as a ground-breaking innovation, revolutionising the way we interact with artificial intelligence. In this article, we will share the best tips for making the most of ChatGPT, allowing you to unlock its full potential and truly change your life!

June 12, 2023
June 12, 2023

Rainy day essentials: 10 must-have items for your Dhaka commute

As we navigate the bustling streets of Dhaka, a city known for its vibrant energy and occasional rainfall, it becomes crucial to equip ourselves with the proper essentials to weather any storm. In this feature, we unveil the 10 indispensable items every commuter should carry in their backpack during a rainy day in Dhaka. From stylish protection to practicality, these essentials ensure that your commute is not only dry but also comfortable and efficient.

May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023

How to travel with a group on a budget

Are you planning a trip with your friends without looking to break the bank? Well, you’re in luck because travelling with a bunch of people on a budget is totally possible! Here are some money saving hacks so you can finally make that trip all your friends have been planning for. You’ll be able to make the most of your trip and the best part, you don't have to worry about running out of money either.

May 20, 2023
May 20, 2023

6 tips to help reduce your caffeine intake

We all occasionally enjoy a soothing cup of tea or a warming mug of coffee during the day to keep ourselves energised and refreshed. It is the caffeine in these beverages that keeps us awake and focused. However, it’s easy to become over-dependent on caffeine and lose track of your daily intake.

May 18, 2023
May 18, 2023

How to avoid ungrateful people

As an individual, who has several social circles to maintain and work with, one of the most undesirable traits that we come across is that of ingratitude. Ungrateful people are those who do not appreciate the efforts of others and fail to express gratitude for the things they receive. Such individuals can exhibit toxic behaviour and drain the positivity out of any situation, and at times it falls on us whether we want to preserve our sanity or deal with them.

May 10, 2023
May 10, 2023

Top 10 email etiquettes to consider for professional use

Email is one of the most widely used mediums of communication, and certain email etiquettes should be maintained, especially for professional instances. From sending an email to your superior at work, your colleague or putting forward a convincing sales pitch, email is the way to go. So, here are 10 email etiquettes to consider when writing or replying to an email.

May 10, 2023
May 10, 2023

How to offer criticism without being rude

Criticism is part and parcel of life. It is quintessential in improving our choices and actions. It can help us reach heights that we might not have achieved otherwise. However, no one likes being on the receiving end of criticism, as it can be a hard pill to swallow.