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6 questions to ask yourself to fail-proof your business idea

Planning to kick-start a new venture? Then you must be considering your own set of factors to materialise your business plan. But if you are still on the fence and do not know whether your approach is solid and foolproof, here is a list of questions you should ask yourself before you take the plunge.
20 March 2021, 07:12 AM

The right way of job switching

Sticking it out at one job becomes suffocating when you either grow to dislike it or have reasonably better opportunities at hand.
28 June 2018, 18:00 PM

Does every business need a blog?

With almost every major business venturing into content marketing, blogging is now an “in” tool for most to connect with their target
26 April 2018, 18:00 PM

BREAKING THE BARRIER: MAYA APA

With support from BRAC, the app was launched back in summer 2015 to build a first-of- its-kind service that makes access to high
29 March 2018, 18:00 PM

Is teaching just about the money?

(or lack thereof)
21 December 2017, 18:00 PM

What not to do in your undergrad years

A good number of you adrenaline junkies out there doing your undergrads would find the idea of being advised with a “NOT-to-do” list borderline preposterous. After all, these four years encompass the firsts and lasts of a lot of carefree adventures.
26 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Nurturing the hidden talents of our youth

Passionate, forward-looking youth must be groomed and guided in order for them to contribute in the sector that best suits their skills, said experts at the 'Skills for middle-income Bangladesh: Preparing today's youth for tomorrow's challenges' roundtable on July 18, 2017.
20 July 2017, 18:00 PM

How to be genuinely likable

Who doesn't like to be around a vibrant and lively soul? A soul that seems to be so “naturally” likable and charismatic that you almost always crave their vibes and even wish you were like them.
15 June 2017, 18:00 PM

6 questions to ask yourself to fail-proof your business idea

Planning to kick-start a new venture? Then you must be considering your own set of factors to materialise your business plan. But if you are still on the fence and do not know whether your approach is solid and foolproof, here is a list of questions you should ask yourself before you take the plunge.
20 March 2021, 07:12 AM

The right way of job switching

Sticking it out at one job becomes suffocating when you either grow to dislike it or have reasonably better opportunities at hand.
28 June 2018, 18:00 PM

Does every business need a blog?

With almost every major business venturing into content marketing, blogging is now an “in” tool for most to connect with their target
26 April 2018, 18:00 PM

BREAKING THE BARRIER: MAYA APA

With support from BRAC, the app was launched back in summer 2015 to build a first-of- its-kind service that makes access to high
29 March 2018, 18:00 PM

Is teaching just about the money?

(or lack thereof)
21 December 2017, 18:00 PM

What not to do in your undergrad years

A good number of you adrenaline junkies out there doing your undergrads would find the idea of being advised with a “NOT-to-do” list borderline preposterous. After all, these four years encompass the firsts and lasts of a lot of carefree adventures.
26 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Nurturing the hidden talents of our youth

Passionate, forward-looking youth must be groomed and guided in order for them to contribute in the sector that best suits their skills, said experts at the 'Skills for middle-income Bangladesh: Preparing today's youth for tomorrow's challenges' roundtable on July 18, 2017.
20 July 2017, 18:00 PM

How to be genuinely likable

Who doesn't like to be around a vibrant and lively soul? A soul that seems to be so “naturally” likable and charismatic that you almost always crave their vibes and even wish you were like them.
15 June 2017, 18:00 PM

REALISING THE CULINARY DREAM

While most of the world is busy embracing new businesses and startups, we often leave the artsy and creative stories out for the fag end.
4 May 2017, 18:00 PM

5 personal branding rules to follow

Your personal brand is what separates you from everyone else in the world. Once people begin to identify you with a specific area of expertise, you are well on your way to becoming the go-to person in your niche or business arena.
6 April 2017, 18:00 PM

Redefining office culture in Dhaka

Today's businesses thrive on beating mediocrity with innovations in every aspect of their work. Here are five such companies in Bangladesh which have successfully epitomised this practice.
23 March 2017, 18:00 PM

RESILIENCE PERSONIFIED

With the passing of International Women’s Day, Next Step spoke to one of the most inspiring women figures at BAT Asia Pacific – Belinda Ross, Regional Head of Legal & External Affairs.
16 March 2017, 18:00 PM

7 habits that will boost your self-confidence

The more you up your confidence, the better your chances of achieving your goals and the more attractive you become. Here are some ways to help you do that.
2 February 2017, 18:00 PM

Doctorola.com: A godsend in the country's health domain

Recent times have seen a multitude of brilliant ideas burgeoning in the startup arena of our country. One such startup is the health-tech innovation Doctorola.com.
19 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Bankcomparebd: A financial revolution in the making

Business today is all about bringing unconventional solutions to the market. Joining this bandwagon is Bankcomparebd, an all-round database that helps Bangladeshi consumers make well-informed choices for their various financial needs.
12 January 2017, 18:00 PM

Picking up videography

From recording the right moment to editing, video production is a vast subject and it is quite natural for a beginner to feel lost. Here are a few pointers on how you should go about it.
12 January 2017, 18:00 PM

When is it OK to lie?

If you can stop questioning your morals for a second, you'd realise that lying is indeed justified under certain circumstances.
17 November 2016, 18:00 PM

Pioneros 2016: Engineers take on the corporate world

In today’s dynamic world, no one, especially the youth, should keep their knowledge and expertise limited to a single field. Don’t be surprised to find a fashion designer who knows how to write lines of code, or a scientist who understands the financial implications of an innovation.
10 November 2016, 18:00 PM

The chronicles of Bangladeshi startupreneurs

The passion for entrepreneurship is undying, but so are the imminent challenges facing it. We at Next Step spoke to a few such passionate entrepreneurs who know exactly how to turn any stumbling block into a stepping stone.
1 September 2016, 18:00 PM
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