Recently, I had the opportunity to serve on an interview panel facilitating recruitment process of fresh graduates for a bank — a role I’ve embraced many times over the years. Yet this time, something felt remarkably different. The young candidates who sat across me weren’t simply seeking employment; they radiated a compelling clarity about their …
Bridging Generations – Reimagining Nepal’s Workplace Culture Read More »
What’s Holding Back HR Analytics in Nepal? Background: the shift to data-driven hr In an era where data drives business value, organisations are increasingly seeking ways to enhance their return on investment and organisational effectiveness. A core strategy in this pursuit involves aligning human resource practices with broader business objectives, particularly in areas such …
Western universities are finding it difficult to update their AI curricula to keep pace with rapid technological advancements, especially with the corporate sector’s demand for graduates who also possess crucial soft skills – abilities essential for adopting this transformative technology. However, the bitter truth is that in terms of educating their students in both AI …
Can Nepal ever catch up in STEM, AI & Soft skills?? Read More »
Nepal’s higher education sector faces a critical imbalance: while new universities proliferate, existing institutions struggle with declining student enrollment, as evidenced by available data. The government lacks a clear vision and comprehensive study on the actual number and types of universities needed in the country. This decline in domestic enrollment is exacerbated by the exodus …
Abstract: Despite the crucial role insurance plays in mitigating risks for startups, the Nepalese insurance regulator and the insurance industry have yet to introduce transformative innovations such as digital-first and on-demand insurance, AI and data-driven underwriting, embedded insurance, blockchain and smart contracts, autonomous vehicle and drone insurance, and sandbox regulations. The Nepal Insurance Authority needs …
Unleashing the True Potential of Your Innovation Process In Part I of “Navigating Cognitive Biases: Unleashing the True Potential of Your Innovation Process,” (Jestha 2082 – Vol 4 – Issue 8) I discussed five critical biases – Anchoring Bias, Confirmation Bias, Status Quo Bias, Overconfidence Bias, and Not-Invented-Here (NIH) Syndrome; and explored their impact on …
Subtle Trend of Corporate World In an age of subtle office politics and power struggles at work, there is a silent tactic growing its way through Nepal’s corporate world – and it’s called ‘quiet firing’. This is the complete opposite of providing termination letters and creating high-drama exits at offices. Quiet firing is a lower-pitched …
A Modern Approach Using Social Marketing Platforms! The automotive market in Nepal is undergoing a significant transformation as electric vehicles (EVs) gain traction alongside traditional Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) cars. Selling these two types of vehicles requires distinct approaches due to differences in consumer preferences, infrastructure and market dynamics. ICE cars appeal to buyers seeking …
As the advertising industry continues to develop at a rapid pace, businesses will continue to find themselves at a crossroads when deciding how to allocate their advertising budgets: TV, digital, both, neither? Digital advertising and traditional television advertising are historically strong channels for reaching target audiences. However, a rising star in the advertising industry that …
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Unleashing the True Potential of Your Innovation Process Innovation is the lifeblood of organisational growth and competitiveness. Yet, the path from ideation to successful implementation is fraught with critical decision-making moments, each significantly impacting the innovation value chain. At every stage – from identifying opportunities, generating and evaluating ideas, to developing and commercialising solutions – …
