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!

  1. Jul 8

    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.

    Nutrition Expert: The Habits That Can Help Prevent 80% of Diseases

  2. Jul 1

    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?

    99% of People Fail Because of This (W/Shuvasish Bhowmick)

  3. May 16

    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

    How Hajj Changed My Business - One Ummah CEO

  4. May 8

    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.

    Your Apps Are Secretly Tracking You (w/ Omar Al Zabir)

  5. Apr 20

    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.

    Starting a Business in China Without Money | The Reality of China

  6. Apr 2

    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.

    Body Language Expert: How to Tell If Someone Is Lying

  7. Mar 29

    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.

    Starting a Startup While Still a Student (W/ Sanzid Raihan)

  8. Mar 10

    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

    Robi’s Ex-CEO: 90% of CEOs Were Average Students!
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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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  • Creator
    Nafees Salim
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    133
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Nafees Salim
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    2 Cents Podcast