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Inclusive Innovation: a concept for economic mobility and equality for all
The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed vulnerabilities and inequities in the world’s innovation economy. Often innovation is widely...
Khandker Ahamed
Jun 29, 20204 min read


The New 4 P’s of marketing
Product, Place, Price, and Promotion: the four Ps of marketing are the very first subjects taught in marketing classes. Indeed, they have...
Khandker Ahamed
Jun 17, 20203 min read


Your Skin Color Doesn’t Make You a Criminal: Brothers and Sisters I Stand With You
“I can’t breathe, I can’t breathe, Officer I really can’t breathe,” were the last few words of George Floyd. He’s not the only African...
Khandker Ahamed
Jun 8, 20202 min read


CULTIVATE EMPATHY TO CREATE A BETTER WORKPLACE EXPERIENCE
Empathy is the ability to sense and understand other people’s emotions. This ability to show compassion and connect with others is...
Khandker Ahamed
Jun 8, 20203 min read


IT’S NOT AN EASY CONVERSATION, BUT A NECESSARY ONE IN THE WORKPLACE
WHY DO COMPANIES NEED TO TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE? The workplace is the most important environment to discuss mental...
Khandker Ahamed
Jun 8, 20203 min read


RESPONSE TO COVID-19: SHOULD YOU PRIORITIZE YOUR MARKETING BUDGET ON SALES OR BRAND AWARENESS?
From connecting with our loved ones to work and social life, COVID-19 has transformed the way we live, work, and socialize. In a crisis...
Khandker Ahamed
Jun 8, 20202 min read


BUILD A WHOLE-CHILD CURRICULUM TO CREATE PATHWAYS FOR THE FUTURE OF WORK
In the next few years, education will transform drastically! We will see more involvement from the local community, corporations, and...
Khandker Ahamed
Jun 8, 20204 min read


The Actions Of The Future Are Driven By The Principles Of My Past
16 years ago, I witnessed my Bengali parents lose hope due to my father’s illness. He was diagnosed with Idiopathic Torsion Dystonia. Due...
Khandker Ahamed
May 20, 20194 min read


BRANDING YOURSELF AS A COLLEGE STUDENT
Michael Jordan, Oprah Winfrey, and Warren Buffett are three different people that work in three different fields--but, they’re considered...
Khandker Ahamed
Apr 17, 20195 min read


IT’S TIME TO START CARING ABOUT YOU ❤️
For a long a time, I have been extending love outwards, because I was taught to be kind to others, care for others and be generous to...
Khandker Ahamed
Mar 25, 20193 min read


WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH LITERACY AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO EDUCATE TEENS ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH?
Based on a recent study from the Journal of Adolescent Health, adolescents with mental health symptoms are twice as likely to drop out...
Khandker Ahamed
Dec 23, 20183 min read


SOLVING THE YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS THROUGH EMPATHY, SELF-CARE, AND CULTURALLY-RELEVANT EDUCATION
Co-authored by Khandker Ahamed, Danny Tsoi, and Mahmoud Khedr One year ago today, three friends started a conversation about mental...
Khandker Ahamed
Dec 17, 20185 min read


THE POWER OF BUILDING A STRONG INNER CIRCLE
Co-author: Ngozi Francis From the moment you are born, almost everything is chosen for you. From your name to your family to your gender,...
Khandker Ahamed
Apr 9, 20182 min read


WHAT I LEARNED FROM STUDYING ABROAD IN ARGENTINA?
“I am pleased to inform you that your application to participate in the CCNY-UNTREF Program in Buenos Aires is approved.” When I first...
Khandker Ahamed
Feb 23, 20183 min read


HOW I TURNED A BAD ACADEMIC YEAR INTO ONE OF MY BEST PROFESSIONAL YEARS
Growing up, I was always told that getting straight A's is the only way to success, so I made it my priority. Especially when you’re born...
Khandker Ahamed
Feb 7, 20185 min read


WHY DOES HIGHER EDUCATION NEED TO CHANGE: A STUDENT'S PERSPECTIVE
According to a recent McKinsey study, "Only one out of four employers believe that traditional universities are doing an adequate job of...
Khandker Ahamed
Feb 7, 20183 min read


HIGHLIGHTS OF 2017!
This was my highlight for 2017. I’m blessed because I had the opportunity to help those in need with some of my friends. It was a great...
Khandker Ahamed
Feb 3, 20181 min read
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