Tag: Finance

Why I Left My Banking Job to Sell Crypto in Dhaka

Why I Quit My Banking Job to Sell Crypto in Dhaka

It Started with a Bet Look, I'm not gonna lie. I was that guy. The one with the crisp suits, the leather briefcase, the committment to the banking grind. I worked at Bangladesh Investment Bank,...
Why I Stopped Trusting 'Financial Gurus' and Started Listening to My Barista

Why I Stopped Trusting ‘Financial Gurus’ and Started Listening to My Barista

Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Side Hustle Look, I'm gonna level with you. I've been in this game for 22 years. Started as a beat reporter in Dhaka, worked my...
Why I Stopped Trusting 'Experts' and Started Managing My Own Money

Why I Stopped Trusting ‘Experts’ and Started Managing My Own Damn Money

My Financial Awakening at a Dive Bar in Dhaka Okay, look. I'm gonna level with you. About three months ago, I was at this little bar in Dhaka, right? Place was called The Rusty Nail....
Why I Stopped Trusting 'Experts' and Started Managing My Own Damn Money

Why I Stopped Trusting ‘Experts’ and Started Managing My Own Damn Money

My Financial Awakening at a Dive Bar in Dhaka It was 2015, I was 38, and I was done. I was sitting at this little dive bar near my place in Dhaka, nursing my fourth Black...
Why I Stopped Trusting 'Financial Gurus' and Started Thinking for Myself

Why I Stopped Trusting ‘Financial Gurus’ and Started Thinking for Myself

My Wake-Up Call Look, I’m gonna be honest with you. I used to be that guy. The one who read every finance book, followed every ‘guru’ on social media, and nodded along like a bobblehead...
Why I Stopped Trusting 'Financial Gurus' and Started Listening to My Barista

Why I Stopped Trusting ‘Financial Gurus’ and Started Listening to My Barista

Look, I’m gonna level with you I’ve been in this finance game for way too long. Twenty-odd years, give or take. I’ve seen trends come and go, markets crash and rebound, and I’ve probably read...
Why I Stopped Trusting Banks and What I Did Instead

Why I Stopped Trusting Banks and What I Did Instead

My Bank Betrayed Me (And Yours Probably Will Too) Look, I’m gonna level with you. I used to be that guy. The one who’d walk into a bank, smile at the teller, and feel all...
The Honest Truth About Money: A Finance Editor's Rant (And Advice)

The Honest Truth About Money: A Finance Editor’s Rant (And Advice)

Let’s Get Real About Money Look, I’ve been in this finance game for over two decades. Twenty-two years, to be exact. I’ve seen it all. The booms, the busts, the scams, the wins. And honestly?...
Navigating the Financial Landscape: A Comprehensive Guide for Bangladeshis

Navigating the Financial Landscape: A Comprehensive Guide for Bangladeshis

The Importance of Financial Literacy In today’s fast-paced world, financial literacy is more important than ever. Understanding the basics of personal finance, investing, and banking can empower individuals to make informed decisions, secure their financial...
Navigating the Financial Landscape: Insights and Strategies for Bangladesh

Navigating the Financial Landscape: Insights and Strategies for Bangladesh

Understanding the Financial Ecosystem in Bangladesh Bangladesh, with its burgeoning economy and growing middle class, presents a unique financial landscape. Understanding this ecosystem is crucial for both local residents and foreign investors. The country’s financial...