Ziaul Hoque Sikder

Focus on learning. Learning will bring success.

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To create a successful product, you need to build something that the customer would need, want, and buy. Customer development is a process for learning everything you need to about the customer’s behaviors, motivations, and pain points in order to create and optimize product development ideas.

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In the first quarter of 2024, Banglalink, a leading telecom operator in Bangladesh, reported a robust 5.6 percent year-on-year increase in revenue, reaching BDT 1,544 crore. This growth was primarily driven by the expansion of its subscriber base. The operator’s subscriber base reached 4.44 crore in March 2024, up from 4.1 crore in the same month the previous year. Additionally, the number of 4G users surged by an impressive 23 percent year-on-year, reaching 2.2 crore during the first quarter of this year. During the same period, the company’s mobile data revenue also saw a healthy rise of 6.2 percent year-on-year, totaling BDT 523.6 crore.

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Don't increase your voice, but improve your argument 1. Volume doesn't equal validity: Just because someone speaks loudly or forcefully doesn't mean their argument is sound or convincing. 2. Reason trumps rhetoric: It's not about persuading others through emotional appeals or intimidation but through logical reasoning and evidence-based arguments. 3. Quality over quantity: It's not about how much you say, but what you say that matters. Focus on the substance of your argument, rather than trying to overwhelm others with verbosity. 4. Respectful dialogue: encourage respectful and civil discourse, where individuals engage in constructive debates and listen to each other's perspectives. 5. Critical thinking: Improving your argument requires critical thinking, analysis, and evaluation of evidence, rather than relying on dogma or personal opinions. 6. Humility and openness: It implies a willingness to learn, listen, and adapt your argument based on new information or counterarguments. 7. Efficacy over ego: The goal is to convince others through the merit of your argument, rather than seeking to win an argument or boost your ego. These thoughts resonate with values such as critical thinking, intellectual humility, and respectful dialogue, which are essential for constructive debate, personal growth, and the pursuit of knowledge.

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Robi Axiata Limited, the nation’s second-largest telecom operator, has announced a remarkable profit surge of 154%, amounting to Tk106.65 crore in the January-March quarter of 2024. Read more here: https://t.ly/6fv7k #RobiAxiataLimited #BrandInsights #BrandProfitGrowth #BrandNews #BrandMarketing #News #LatestNews #brandpractitioners

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Lesson 1. Recap Think of self as a value creating entity on 5 key resources - (Yourself ,Time, Network , Reputation & Money)

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Are Mobile Operators Overcharging Customers for Data? Recent insights reveal a concerning trend among Bangladesh’s mobile operators — Grameenphone, Robi, and Banglalink — where customers are being charged exorbitant rates for mobile data, far beyond the actual cost incurred by these companies. The primary cost for providing one gigabyte (GB) of data to customers is around BDT 4, yet the operators are selling it for BDT 25-35 per GB, raising serious questions about transparency and fairness. # Evidence of Overpricing: 1. Minimal Actual Costs:   - Grameenphone's cost per GB is just BDT 2.26, while Robi's is BDT 5.28. Despite these low costs, the data is sold to customers at rates more than six times higher.   - The operators claim additional expenses, but the actual data cost, even considering all factors, remains minimal. 2. Hidden Charges and Lack of Transparency:   - Operators include various hidden charges such as regulatory fees, taxes, spectrum costs, and more. However, they fail to justify why the end cost to customers is so high compared to their primary expenses.   - There is little to no transparency on how much of these extra charges contribute to the final data pricing. 3. Excessive Profits at the Expense of Consumers:   - In 2023, Grameenphone earned BDT 4,541 crore from data sales, constituting 30.21% of its total revenue. Robi earned BDT 3,990 crore from data, comprising 43.28% of its total revenue. These figures suggest a massive profit margin at the expense of ordinary customers. 4. Monopoly Overpricing Tactics:   - Due to the lack of robust competition and regulatory oversight, operators continue to exploit customers by overcharging for essential data services. Even as infrastructure costs decrease and technology improves, the savings are not passed on to consumers. # The Call for Regulatory Action: This situation raises concerns of potential fraud and unethical practices in Bangladesh’s telecom sector. Experts urge the regulatory authorities, like the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC), to: - Enforce fair pricing regulations. - Demand full disclosure of data cost structures from operators. - Penalize operators engaged in price manipulation or misleading practices. Customers deserve fair pricing, transparency, and ethical practices from their service providers. It's time to hold these operators accountable and ensure a more just and fair digital economy in Bangladesh. #TelecomFraud #ConsumerRights #FairPricing #Transparency #DigitalBangladesh #TelecomRegulation #Bangladesh

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“The LED scroll on the Dhaka expressway reads ‘FDC exit is now open for traffic’. Harmless on first thought. The challenge however is the pace of the scroll. The whole sentence takes around 15-20s to complete. Where as the maximum visibility of the LED scroll from a moving car is around 4-5s. No way any commuter will be able to absorb this information in one go. Whoever was responsible for deploying this comms piece didn’t really bother to go check it out in person after deployment. And that is the biggest injustice you can do to yourself as a comms manager. Even the perfect material on paper, might not work out in real life. Go check it out. Learn and re-draft.” - Comms manager who hasn’t gone on a market visit in 3 months.

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An inspiring moment with Sir Mohammad Zaman, a visionary leader in cloud and AI, helping shape the future of a digital and smart Bangladesh!

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banglalink increases focus on 4G, becoming the first operator in Bangladesh to phase out 3G.    The phase-out follows Banglalink's extensive investments in next-generation 4G networks, ensuring high-quality nationwide connectivity and accelerating the adoption of digital services. With 4G coverage reaching a remarkable 88% in Q1 2024, this transition plays a pivotal role in supporting Bangladesh's "Smart Bangladesh Vision 2041" by laying the groundwork for robust digital infrastructure and cutting-edge services. This strategic decision also aligns with VEON's commitment to advancing 4G for all across its markets.   Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ePJepN4a

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I have completed an amazing course on #Territory_Sales_Management at Keeron by Imtiaz Ahmed Chowdhury bhaiya, Sales Director at Syngenta Bangladesh Limited, Former Territory Officer at BAT. This course #highlights the critical role of effective territory sales management in driving business growth. Taught all sales and marketing techniques including #telecommunications. Understanding and strategically managing sales territories can optimize resources, enhance customer relationships, and increase overall sales performance. #SalesManagement

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Banglalink leads the telco industry in Bangladesh with the highest subscriber growth, yielding a 6% YoY revenue growth to BDT 1,544 crore in 1Q24. These achievements are fueled by our '4G for All' vision, dedicated to delivering superior network speed, expanding coverage, and providing innovative digital services that consistently deliver value and convenience to our customers. 👥 Overall subscriber base grew by 3.3%, with Banglalink now delivering best-in-class digital services to 4.44 crore customers across Bangladesh – the highest uptick in the industry. ⚡️ 4G users increased by 23%, representing a 4G subscriber base of nearly 2.2 crores, utilizing the country’s fastest 4G network, as certified by the Ookla®️ Speedtest Award™️ for four consecutive years. 📲 The nation’s #1 lifestyle app, MyBL SuperApp, now serves 8.3 million Monthly Active Users (MAU) with healthcare, education, bill payment, and entertainment solutions on a single convenient platform. We look forward to maintaining the momentum of growth with continued investments in digital services and quality, in line with the Smart Bangladesh Vision 2041 🇧🇩 #SmartBangladesh #DigitalTransformation #Banglalink #Fastest4G #VEON

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Our subconscious mind is always relentlessly engaged in activities which shape our thoughts, behaviors, and experiences. It is always processing information, influencing our decisions and reactions even when we are not consciously aware of it. This constant operation means that the beliefs and ideas we feed into our subconscious, whether through affirmations, experiences, or thoughts, can significantly impact our waking life and overall success. Cultivating positive thoughts and intentions are very important as they can manifest in our reality through the subconscious mind's ongoing work. #𝐌𝐲𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 #𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 #𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 #𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐎𝐟𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 #𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 #𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 #𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐞𝐭 #𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 #𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 #𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡

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At StarTAK Fiber, we believe that time management is more than just organizing our schedules—it's about prioritizing what truly drives our success. In a fast-paced industry like ours, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of daily tasks. But by setting clear priorities, delegating effectively, and staying disciplined, we transform our to-do lists into meaningful accomplishments. Time is a resource we can't get back, so let's use it wisely to create lasting results and continue building a bright future together at StarTAK Fiber.

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Developing the ability to consider diverse perspectives and listen with empathy is invaluable. It fosters mutual understanding, even when there is disagreement, and enables more productive collaboration towards common goals. This perspective-taking skill is essential for effective communication and problem-solving.

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Business Continuity Planning (BCP) is a strategic process that organizations use to create a framework to ensure that critical business functions can continue during and after a disruption. #Leadership plays a vital role in BCP and management, as effective leaders ensure that business continuity is woven into the organization’s culture and operations, thereby promoting resilience and readiness for potential challenges. Research indicates that, to navigate a crisis successfully, leaders should concentrate on four key behaviors: (1) Decide Quickly : Leaders must make prompt decisions based on the most crucial priorities, even when all the necessary information is not available. (2) Adapt Boldly : Exceptional leaders adjust to evolving circumstances, actively seek input from others, and are prepared to modify their plans as required. (3) Deliver Reliably : Leaders should take ownership, monitor key objectives, and maintain a structured routine to remain calm and focused. (4) Engage for Impact : Leaders must connect with their teams, understand the challenges they face, and maintain open communication to effectively motivate and inspire them. #BusinessContinuityPlanning #BCP #CrisisManagement #StrategicPlanning #Resilience #Adaptability #EffectiveLeadership #TeamEngagement #DecisionMaking #OrganizationalCulture #Continuity #CrisisResponse #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessResilience #ManageChange #EmpowerTeams #strategy 

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