2 Cents Podcast

Nafees Salim

Discover the world of business, marketing, and productivity with the 2 Cents Podcast. Join us for insightful conversations with Bangladesh's top entrepreneurs and experts. Every Tuesday at 7 pm, explore trends, strategies, and success stories to fuel your growth. Connect with the thriving business community, and embark on a journey towards success. Subscribe now and never miss an episode!

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#150
October 12 · 55 min
How to Start Earning Money While You’re Still a Student
Do you want to start earning while you’re still a student? Then this podcast is for you. Waiting until you finish your studies to start building your career can be a big risk in today’s world. We all know how important it is to earn while studying, start your own business, and develop essential skills like sales. But where should you start, and what do you need to know? In this episode, we sit down with Khalid Farhan to discuss practical insights that can help you get ahead from the very beginning of your career. Here’s what you’ll learn: 🔹 How to earn money while studying 🔹 How to start your own business as a student 🔹 What skills you need to start earning 🔹 Why sales skills are so important 🔹 How to create value for others using your skills 🔹 And much more! Whether you’re a student, planning to start something of your own, or looking to get ahead early in your career, this episode is for you!
#149
October 8 · 1 hr 16 min
Marriage Expert Reveals: How to Choose the Right Partner
What should you really understand about someone before getting married? Does having a good job, financial stability, or coming from a “good family” automatically mean someone is ready for marriage? In this podcast, we explore marriage, emotional maturity, and choosing the right life partner—topics that are rarely discussed openly in our society. Here are some of the key takeaways: • Being financially ready for marriage and being mentally ready are two very different things. • Just because someone is a good person doesn’t necessarily mean they’re the right life partner for you. • Before looking for the right partner, you need to understand what you truly want. • How can your family background and personal experiences influence your marriage decisions? • There’s no such thing as someone being naturally “born to manage a family.” Building a successful marriage takes effort. • Most importantly, how do you know if you’re truly ready to take on the responsibilities of marriage? Marriage is one of the biggest decisions of our lives. Yet, we often prioritize someone’s job, family background, appearance, or social status over understanding who they really are. This podcast might make you take a closer look at yourself before deciding to get married.
#148
October 2 · 1 hr 46 min
The Truth Behind Bangladesh’s Power Crisis (W/Mohammad Subail Bin Alam)
The power keeps going out, so why are electricity bills still increasing? Why is Bangladesh experiencing so much load shedding? Is the gas crisis a major reason behind it? Why are electricity bills going up for many people even when they’re not getting enough power? And how much can renewable energy or solar power help Bangladesh overcome this crisis? In this episode, we’re joined by Mohammad Subail Bin Alam to discuss Bangladesh’s current power crisis, the gas shortage, electricity supply, energy planning, renewable energy, and the country’s future energy needs. From rising household electricity bills and load shedding to energy consumption and the potential of renewable energy, we break everything down in simple terms and explore what Bangladesh’s electricity future could look like. This episode isn’t just about today’s power crisis. It’s about the future of Bangladesh.
#147
September 25 · 1 hr 27 min
People Don’t Leave Companies, They Leave Their Bosses!
Is your employee afraid of you, or do they truly respect you? The two may look quite similar on the surface, but they’re actually very different. People may stay silent in front of a boss. But in front of a true leader, people feel comfortable speaking their minds. And that’s what real leadership looks like. Because your position may give you authority, but you have to earn people’s respect. In today’s episode, we talked about: • How a leader earns people’s trust and respect • How to understand your team members and bring out their potential • How to turn an ordinary employee into a future leader • How to build leadership qualities among Gen Z • The barriers that hold leaders back from succeeding • How a leader can create and develop more leaders Joining us on this podcast was Musnad E Ahmed Mustafa Horman Bhai from SkyTech Solutions, who leads an organization of 900+ people and has developed 100+ mid-level managers. He has a simple yet powerful question: “If I don’t create any impact in someone’s life, why would they respect me?” We talk a lot about leadership. But how many of us actually look at our own teams and ask ourselves this question?
#146
September 17 · 1 hr 39 min
Farabi Hafiz: This Is What Bangladesh Needs to Change First
Why Are Talented Bangladeshis Leaving the Country? Why are young people moving abroad in search of better careers and a better quality of life? And is this brain drain only changing their lives, or could it also shape the future of Bangladesh? In this episode, we sit down with Farabi Hafiz to discuss Bangladesh’s education system, how we utilize talent and skills, migrant workers and remittances, the country’s various challenges, and the psychology behind people’s decisions. We also discuss: • Why talented Bangladeshis are leaving the country and the impact of brain drain • Where some of Bangladesh’s biggest challenges lie • Whether the education system is preparing young people for their future • Why teaching practical and life skills is so important • How Singapore became so developed despite being such a small country • Why Bangladesh still sends so many low-skilled workers abroad • How Bangladesh can turn its huge population into a valuable human resource and economic asset A country’s development isn’t measured only by GDP or large infrastructure projects. One of a country’s greatest strengths is its people. The bigger question is: How effectively are we turning our people into skilled, productive, and valuable contributors to society and the economy?
#144
September 13 · 1 hr 48 min
Snake Expert: Over 90% of Snakes in Bangladesh Are Non-Venomous!
Are snakes really as dangerous as we fear them to be? 🐍 We’ve grown up hearing all kinds of stories about snakes, that they chase people on sight, take revenge, have magical snake gems, dance to the sound of flutes, or that snake bites can be cured simply by going to a traditional healer. But how much of this is actually true, and how much is just superstition? In this episode, we speak with Nur Hasan Nahid, who has been working in snake rescue and conservation in Bangladesh for years and has rescued more than 10,000 snakes so far. Today’s episode explores common myths and misconceptions about snakes, why snakes bite humans, which snakes are actually venomous, why snakes enter homes, why people turn to traditional healers after snake bites, and why it’s important to understand snakes before being afraid of them. And perhaps the most surprising fact of all: More than 90% of snakes in Bangladesh are not harmful to humans.
#144
September 6 · 1 hr 30 min
From Freelancing to Building 4 Businesses (W/Mahfuz Hossain)
There’s a powerful technique to increase your clients and sales, do you know what it is? Give value for FREE! It may sound a little unconventional, but it actually works. If you want more clients, you need to give more value for free. In this episode, we discuss a business principle that many people look at the wrong way. We often think about what we’re going to get first, and what we can give later. That’s exactly what we explored in this podcast. The most interesting part is that the mindset of giving value isn’t just about increasing sales — it’s also a powerful way to build long-term relationships and a strong reputation. Your next client may not come because they saw your offer. They may come because you’ve been providing them with value long before they ever became your client. The more value you provide, the more reasons you give people to trust you.
#143
August 26 · 2 hr 22 min
The Secret to Convincing Anyone (W/Yousuf Efti)
What is the biggest secret to convincing people? Is it speaking well? Offering a lower price? Or simply explaining your point in a convincing way? In this podcast with Yousuf Efti, we discovered that the answer is actually much more interesting than that. To convince someone, you first need to understand who they are, how they think, what influences them, and what their real interests are. This episode covers everything from Trust & Respect, Sales Psychology, DISC Personality, Emotional Triggers, Storytelling, Social Proof, Scarcity, and Authority to real-life negotiation. The most interesting part? You can’t convince everyone using the same offer, the same words, or the same approach because people are different.
#142
August 8 · 2 hr 6 min
I Wish the Prime Minister Would Watch This Episode (W/ Ziaul Haque)
This is probably one of our most important episodes yet, covering Bangladesh’s future, economy, business, startups, exports, and global opportunities. In this episode, Zia Bhai discusses why Bangladesh’s biggest challenge isn’t a lack of resources, but a lack of mindset. He explains why developing a “Hunter Mindset” is essential, how skilled manpower, exports, and global business can transform Bangladesh’s economy over the coming decades, and why Bangladeshi entrepreneurs need to pay more attention to opportunities beyond the country’s borders. The episode also explores: • Why several African countries are creating massive opportunities in business and agriculture • Why Bangladesh’s startup ecosystem is producing too many similar companies while failing to innovate enough to solve major real-world problems • Why Bangladesh needs to rethink its economic future by learning from countries like Vietnam, India, and others • Real-world lessons and experiences in Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Global Business This podcast isn’t just for entrepreneurs. If you’re interested in Business, Startups, the Bangladesh Economy, Career Growth, Leadership, Export Business, Supply Chain, or the future of Bangladesh, this episode is for you.
#141
July 22 · 1 hr 2 min
Watch This Before Moving Abroad (W/ Omar Al Zabir)
Is living abroad the right decision for a Muslim? In this episode, we discuss studying abroad, building a career overseas, settling with your family, maintaining an Islamic environment, and life in the UK, Europe, France, Malaysia, Türkiye, and the Middle East. We also explore topics such as halal income, interest (riba), raising children, identity crisis, and how to make the right decisions as a Muslim. If you're planning to move abroad, already living overseas, or thinking about settling abroad with your family in the future, this episode is for you. Don't forget to leave a comment and let us know which country you're currently living in or which country you're planning to move to.
#140
July 8 · 1 hr 41 min
Nutrition Expert: The Habits That Can Help Prevent 80% of Diseases
Many of us believe that staying healthy requires expensive food, supplements, or medications. But what if the real problem lies in our everyday diet and lifestyle? In today’s episode, Professor Dr. Mujibul Haque explains, in simple terms, why eating until you're full is not the same as nourishing your body, how small daily habits can significantly reduce the risk of diabetes, fatty liver disease, heart disease, and many other chronic illnesses, and how we should think about health from a long-term perspective. The conversation also explores intermittent fasting, children's eating habits, stress management, the importance of forgiveness, sleep, exercise, and healthy practices inspired by the Islamic lifestyle offering insights that may completely change the way you think about health. 🚨 In this episode, you'll also learn: * What you should eat every day to stay healthy * Why eating vegetables daily is so important * How intermittent fasting actually works * What causes fatty liver disease and how to reduce the risk * What children should eat from an early age to build healthy habits * The connection between sleep, stress, and overall health * Why diabetes and high blood pressure are becoming more common at a younger age * Which healthy habits from the Islamic lifestyle are discussed and how they can support your well-being If you want to live a genuinely healthy life, reduce your dependence on medication, and help your body heal from within, this episode is a must-watch.
#140
July 1 · 1 hr 17 min
99% of People Fail Because of This (W/Shuvasish Bhowmick)
We all want to be successful, but very few people truly know what it takes to succeed. In this episode, Shuvasish Bhowmick from Baap ka Beta explains how having a bold vision, building strong systems, maintaining discipline, surrounding yourself with the right people, and living with purpose can take your life to the next level. From dreaming of winning a Nobel Prize to building high-performing teams, staying productive, and teaching children to think big, he shares real-life experiences and practical insights that can completely transform the way you think. 🎯 In this podcast, you'll learn: • Motivation vs. Systems which one matters more? • How do highly successful people think? • Why should you hire people who are smarter than you? • Why do most people fail despite having great potential? • The 10 most important habits for success • The systems you should follow to stay productive • How discipline can become your greatest competitive advantage • How setting the right goals can change your life • What is a BHAG (Big Hairy Audacious Goal), and why does it matter?
#139
May 16 · 39 min
How Hajj Changed My Business - One Ummah CEO
In 2016, they started with just 20 T-shirts. No bank loans, no major investors only a mission inspired by a verse from the Quran: to build a completely interest-free, Shariah-compliant lifestyle brand for Muslims. Today, that brand One Ummah BD has grown to 21 outlets, 250+ employees, and sells over 100,000 T-shirts every year, all while remaining fully interest-free. From starting with only 20 T-shirts to building 21 outlets, surviving the COVID crisis, and making a 25 lakh BDT profit from a single order after Hajj Samee Salehin Khan shares experiences that could completely change the mindset of many entrepreneurs. But the journey was far from smooth. In this episode of the 2 Cents Podcast, we sit down with One Ummah BD founder, Sami Bhai. 🚨 In this episode, you’ll learn: ▸ How they grew from just 20 T-shirts to 21 outlets ▸ How they kept the business alive during COVID even when showrooms were shut down ▸ The one decision that transformed the business after ad costs doubled due to the rising dollar rate ▸ How they made a 25 lakh BDT profit from a single order while performing Hajj ▸ Why constantly taking money out of your business prevents it from growing ▸ How to choose the perfect location for a retail outlet, and much more If you want to build a halal business, this episode is a must watch
#138
May 8 · 1 hr
Your Apps Are Secretly Tracking You (w/ Omar Al Zabir)
Is India controlling Bangladesh’s social media? Do you know who decides which Facebook posts you see, which ones you never see, and why some content suddenly loses its reach? In many cases, it’s a content moderator sitting in India. In today’s episode, Omar Al-Zabir reveals the disturbing realities he witnessed from inside Meta truths often discussed in Western media, but rarely talked about in Bangladesh. He has worked with global companies like Meta, BT Group, and Tesco, and currently serves as the Co-Founder & CEO of Kahf. In this episode, you’ll learn: ▸ Why 99.5% of the apps on your phone have Google trackers embedded in them ▸ How Google can predict whether you’re depressed, lonely, or even who you’re sitting with ▸ Why Bangladesh ranks among the top countries for online child exploitation concerns ▸ Why the people your children talk to on Roblox may not actually be children ▸ The connection between social media and rising divorce rates in the USA ▸ Why teenage suicide rates sharply increased after 2008 ▸ Which two countries are influencing the minds of billions of people ▸ How algorithms are designed using psychologists to capture and manipulate your attention If you are a parent, this episode is something you should absolutely watch. And if you spend more than 4 hours a day on your phone, this episode is for you too.
#137
April 20 · 1 hr 39 min
Starting a Business in China Without Money | The Reality of China
From studying in China to earning $8,500 in Dubai Prof. Dr. Maruf Mollah, who rose from a small village and has helped build the careers of 27,000+ students, shares a complete roadmap for higher studies in China, scholarships, part-time income, and building a business. In today’s episode, you’ll learn: • How to go to China with zero money, fully funded by scholarships • How studying in China can open doors to USA/UK/Japan visas • The reality of life for 200+ million Muslims in China, including access to halal food and mosques • How to earn hundreds of thousands of BDT per month while living in China • How Chinese graduates are reaching $8,000+ salaries in Dubai • Which fields AI, E-commerce, Automation, Petroleum, Mining will keep you ahead in the next 10 years • How to build a global business from China with zero capital and no factory visits Our guest, Prof. Dr. Maruf Mollah (Managing Director & Co-Founder of MalishaEdu), shares his incredible journey from a village upbringing to studying in China, building successful businesses, and now running an educational consultancy across 86 countries. If you’re confused about higher studies, want to study abroad, are looking for scholarships, want to earn part-time, or dream of building an international business this episode is a must-watch.
#136
April 2 · 1 hr 28 min
Body Language Expert: How to Tell If Someone Is Lying
Can you really understand someone’s personality from just a 3 second handshake? In today’s episode, we talk with Md. Meraz Hossain who provides body language training to intelligence agencies and police in Bangladesh. He shares powerful insights and secrets that can transform both your business and personal life. In this episode, you’ll learn: * How to understand someone’s personality through a handshake * How to detect whether someone is telling the truth or lying * How to analyze a candidate’s personality in an interview * How to instantly connect with anyone * Introvert vs Extrovert who succeeds in which areas? * How to differentiate between a real smile and a fake one * How to raise children to be psychologically strong from an early age * How to say “no” effectively * Can I sell? How to understand if a customer will buy * Business or job which suits your personality better and more If you want to improve your communication skills or succeed in business, this episode is a must watch.
#135
March 29 · 46 min
Starting a Startup While Still a Student (W/ Sanzid Raihan)
৳30,000 in Sales Overnight! Then 1.8 Million Downloads! But Suddenly Everything Stopped! What Happened? The journey of Sanzid Raihan, founder of Charcha, will show you how a simple idea can turn into one of the largest learning platforms in Bangladesh. In this podcast, we discuss: * How did the idea originate while being based in Rajshahi, and what was the early journey like? * How did attending admission coaching inspire the idea behind “Charcha”? * Which marketing strategy generated ৳30,000 in sales in just one night? * What happened after reaching 1.8 million downloads that caused everything to stop? * How can AI be used to retain users on a platform? * What strategies made “Charcha” engaging for students? If you’re interested in startups, EdTech, building something big from a small idea, or learning how to make a comeback after failure this episode is a must-watch.
#134
March 10 · 1 hr 6 min
Robi’s Ex-CEO: 90% of CEOs Were Average Students!
Many people who don’t have a clear understanding of career planning often choose the wrong subject or the wrong certifications, which causes them to fall behind for years. However, with the right direction, someone can start from Accounting and even reach the position of a CEO. Our guest, Mahtab Uddin Ahmed (Founder & Managing Partner of BuildCon Consultancies), shares his incredible journey starting from an Accounting background and rising to leadership positions in the Telecom and FMCG industries. Today, he is guiding young professionals to make better career decisions. In this podcast, we discuss: 1. How to choose the right career and the mistakes that can ruin your entire journey 2. What career opportunities exist for those who study Accounting 3. The real difference between CA and CMA, and which one might be the best fit for you 4. Which skills you should start building now if you want a secure job 5. Bangladesh has fewer than 3,500 qualified accountants how this gap can become an opportunity for you 6. How a CEO leads and manages an entire team 7. What it truly takes to become an effective leader If you are still unsure about your career path, studying Accounting or Finance, or aiming to move into leadership in corporate life, this episode is a must-watch for you
#133
March 7 · 1 hr 9 min
Why Can’t We Speak English After Studying for 12 Years? (w/ Asadul Islam Rajon)
Have you studied English for 12 years but still can’t speak fluently? Meanwhile, Asadul Islam Rajon Sir has helped thousands of students become fluent English speakers using his 2-month method. Today, he shares the exact system that can help you achieve IELTS 7+ and real English fluency. In today’s episode of the 2 Cents Podcast, we discuss: * How to learn English through self-study * The secret to becoming fluent in just 2 months * The right strategy for IELTS preparation * Ways to develop your speaking, reading, and writing skills * The benefits of Day-care and Residential English training * Live IELTS Speaking Mock Test analysis * Why doing IELTS and settling abroad can be 25% less challenging than getting a job in Bangladesh, along with many other topics This episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants to learn English or plans to take IELTS and study abroad.
#132
February 21 · 1 hr 12 min
Fasting is your BEST investment!
Balancing work and worship during Ramadan often feels difficult. Many people believe that Ramadan automatically means a slowdown in productivity. But the truth is the opposite if you know how to make the most of this month. In today’s episode, we discuss with Dr. Mohammad Monzur-E-Elahi about: •⁠ ⁠The benefits of fasting as a Muslim •⁠ ⁠Why we struggle to maintain self-control after Ramadan ends •⁠ ⁠How the Sahabah prepared for Ramadan •⁠ ⁠The common mistakes we make during Ramadan •⁠ ⁠How business professionals can balance work and worship •⁠ ⁠What to do and what to eat at Iftar •⁠ ⁠How the Prophet (ﷺ) performed Qiyam-ul-Layl •⁠ ⁠Where and how to give charity (Sadaqah) •⁠ ⁠The best acts of worship in Ramadan and more This episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants to truly maximize this Ramadan and organize their life in a more meaningful and beautiful way.

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