3 things you tell yourself to avoid tailoring your application

We probably tell you to customise your cover letter or tailor the summary in your CV every other week. But how many of you actually do it?
27 October 2016

Field Buzz named champion of Seedstars Dhaka 2016

When we talk about startups and co-founders, we usually think about Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Page, Elon Musk, or even Jack Ma. But today, I am going to tell you a different story—the story of Habib, Mamun, Siffat and Ayman. Who are they? They are the winners of the Dhaka round of Seedstars World.
27 October 2016

PHOTOSHOP + COMMON SENSE = DIGITAL MARKETING?

Digital Marketing has undoubtedly been one of the most promising sectors in Bangladesh. But what is it really?
27 October 2016

Eat. Sleep. Do business competitions. Repeat.

Business competition: the biggest buzzword in the life of a business student that somehow convinces us to voluntarily prepare slides and practice presentations, despite knowing very well the verbal assault from judges that awaits us.
20 October 2016

10 ways to slip in exercise into your daily routine

Our most common excuse for not exercising is, “we have no time”. And it is a legit issue.
20 October 2016

Procrastination: Bane or boon?

Even after the guilt, sufferings, and self-loathing we go through every time, we end up procrastinating nonetheless.
20 October 2016

How to smartly say: “Please hire me”

How can you construct a CV to help you stand out from the crowd? Read on to find out.
13 October 2016

16 crore on the table for Seedstars World winner

Seedstars World, the global seed-stage startup competition for emerging markets and fast-growing startup scenes, is returning to Dhaka on October 19.
13 October 2016

7 big no-nos when travelling abroad

7 things to avoid while traveling abroad for work
13 October 2016

How creativity is shaping the future of brands

It is no secret that much of a brand's success will depend on creativity and technological innovation. Here are some of the ways brands are being creative with technology and making consumers re-imagine the whole consumer experience.
13 October 2016

The science of drinking coffee [INFOGRAPHIC]

Chances are you're drinking your coffee all wrong. Here are 7 science-backed ways to drink coffee smarter.
6 October 2016

The four colleagues you need at work

The potential benefits of having different types of co-workers are immeasurable for any individual, and these benefits ultimately help you grow and prosper in the organisation.
6 October 2016

Youths and experts explore sustainable and inclusive economic growth

On September 24, 2016, Stride Bangladesh and Microsoft Bangladesh jointly organised a consultation on the sustainable development goals (SDGs) with around 38 students, youths, community leaders and young professionals.
6 October 2016

How to boost your team's morale when you're not the boss

If you're hearing more sighs and seeing more dejected expressions than usual, show your co-workers some love with these simple tactics.
6 October 2016

3 Bangladeshi entrepreneurs clinch US professional fellowship

Three Bangladeshi young entrepreneurs have received “Professional Fellows Exchange Program 2016 (October Round)” fellowship under the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of US State Department.
3 October 2016

LightCastle Partners rank Bangladesh's Business Confidence Index

Bangladesh's Business Confidence Index (BCI) has been found to be 39 on a scale of 100—implying between low and moderate.
29 September 2016

Civil engineering top careers

So you study civil engineering. Now what?
29 September 2016

Civil engineer what?

There are some degrees out there that simply tend to be misinterpreted and misunderstood by the people around you and regardless of its existence since the dawn of civilisation itself, Civil Engineering happens to be one such field.
29 September 2016

Choosing a career: What it takes to be a teacher

After graduating, people become over-burdened with the pressure of getting absorbed by the job market as soon as possible. In the process, they ignore some factors that are crucial to choosing a career. Let's see what it takes when it comes to choosing teaching as a profession.
22 September 2016

The life and times of a territory manager

Life after university is going to be so much better right? Working 9 to 5 at a cosy office, post-work hangouts with friends/colleagues at a cafe, and finally a fat pay-check all to yourself. However if you are employed as a territory manager (TM), life is going to be the exact opposite.
22 September 2016