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From Hierarchies to Networks: How Wikinomics Redefined Competitive Advantage Through Collaboration

In an era where knowledge is distributed, innovation is democratized and value creation transcends organizational boundaries, traditional top-down business models are losing relevance. Enter Wikinomics – a powerful framework that redefines how individuals, organizations and societies collaborate to create value at scale. Coined by Don Tapscott and Anthony D. Williams, Wikinomics captures the profound shift … Continue reading

Demystifying Paulo Freire’s Banking Concept of Education: A Critique of Traditional Learning

In the realm of educational theory, few ideas have sparked as much debate and transformation as Paulo Freire’s critique of what he calls the “banking concept of education.” First introduced in his seminal work Pedagogy of the Oppressed (originally published in Portuguese in 1968 and in English in 1970), this concept challenges the very foundations … Continue reading

Personal Branding Playbook: A Shah Rukh Khan Masterclass in Branding, Relevance and Reinvention

In the world of personal branding, very few individuals transcend profession, geography and generations the way Shah Rukh Khan (SRK) has. Actor, entrepreneur, producer, global icon—SRK is not just a celebrity; he is a masterclass in personal branding done right over three decades. Long before “personal branding” became a buzzword on LinkedIn, SRK was consciously … Continue reading

The Ultimate Meta-Framework for Personal Branding: Build Influence, Trust & Legacy That Lasts

Personal branding is often misunderstood as visibility, self-promotion or social media presence. In reality, it is a strategic system –It is the sum of your identity, behaviors and the impressions you leave on others. Strong personal brands are not built overnight; they are layered, intentional and authentic. Here’s a scientifically grounded and insight-driven framework that … Continue reading

Market Creation: How Global Companies Turned Cultural Nuance into Competitive Advantage (Second Part)

In the high-stakes world of global expansion, many companies treat a new market like a math problem – plug in the numbers, solve for “profit” and wait for the results. However, as many Business School case studies reveal, the most successful market creators don’t just look at spreadsheets; they look at people. The First Part … Continue reading

Understanding Market Creation Through Cultural Insight and Strategic Adaptation (First Part)

In today’s globalized economy, entering new markets isn’t just about pushing products – it’s about understanding the heartbeat of a culture and adapting strategies to resonate with local needs. Market creation goes beyond mere expansion; it involves identifying latent needs and crafting solutions that align with cultural norms. Traditional marketing often fails in diverse settings … Continue reading

The Talent Tug-of-War: Job Market Cannibalization in Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s job market does not suffer from a lack of talent as much as it suffers from misallocation of talent. While graduates enter the workforce every year and mid-career professionals look for growth, movement across sectors remains painfully limited. This is not merely a skills problem.It is a mindset problem. In Bangladesh, three dominant formal … Continue reading

Workplace Toxicity: What I’ve Seen and the Truth We Rarely Say

For a long time, I believed toxic workplaces were easy to identify. Loud arguments. Open hostility. Public humiliation. But… I was wrong. Most toxic workplaces don’t announce themselves. They operate quietly, almost politely. From the outside, everything looks “normal.” Deadlines are being met. Meetings are happening. People are busy. But underneath, something slowly breaks. Toxic … Continue reading

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উৎসর্গঃ আমার মেয়ে মার্জিয়া মুনতাহা নিশকা – যার চোখের দিকে তাকালে আমার আর বাড়তি কোনো ভাষার প্রয়োজন হয় না।  কিছু আকাশ মেঘলা থাকুক, কিছু দুপুর রোদেলা,কিছু প্রশ্নের উত্তর না হয় নাইবা হলো খোঁজা।তোমার স্পর্শে শব্দগুলো হঠাৎ এলোমেলো,চোখের ভাষায় আমি পেলাম গভীর ভালোবাসার গল্প। বলা হলো না কিছুই, অথচ সবটুকু হলো জানা,হাতের মুঠোয় হাত রেখে, শব্দ বুনে … Continue reading

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