‘Success of a company measured by smiling faces’

Published On: March 6, 2017 11:10 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, March 6: On the occasion of 50th anniversary of FNCCI, ‘Mangament Mantras : Creating excellence at workplace,’ a talk program by Sri Sri Ravi Shankhar was held at Hotel Annapurna on Sunday.

Nepali women have come a long way

Published On: March 6, 2017 11:00 PM NPT By: Republica

“In order to invite change, one should have the audacity to fight the status quo,” asserts Meera Dhungana, Advocate and Chairperson of FWLD (Forum for Women Law and Development). At a young age of 28, she filed the petition on equal distribution of parental property between son and daughter, which was a landmark case in the judicial system of Nepal. Moreover, she has filed about 70 petitions and have been advocating for the last 25 years. In conversation with to Republica’s Sonam Lama, she talks about her inspiration, challenges and the stature of women in Nepal.

KATHAMNDU, Feb 27: Excellence at Workplace, a corporate training program organized by the Art of Living Foundation, wants to help professionals eliminate stress, strengthen their relationships, offer skills to deal with people and increase the work efficiency concluded on Friday at Hotel Annapurna, Durbar Marg.

Studying English opens up endless opportunities in life

Published On: February 27, 2017 11:10 PM NPT By: Republica

Anirudra Thapa is a professor at the Central Department of English, Tribhuvan University. He has been teaching for over 20 years. Prof. Thapa teaches a range of courses, including literary theory, courses in American, British, and post-colonial literatures, rhetoric and writing, and communications to MA and M. Phil. students.  He also supervises Ph.D. students. Dr. Thapa received his Ph.D. in American literature and culture in 2007 from Texas Christian University, US and also taught there as a senior lecturer between 2007 and 2009.   In conversation with Republica, he talks about his motivation to teach everyday and the importance of English studies and its contribution to society.

Studying English opens up endless opportunities in life

Published On: February 27, 2017 11:10 PM NPT By: Republica

Anirudra Thapa is a professor at the Central Department of English, Tribhuvan University. He has been teaching for over 20 years. Prof. Thapa teaches a range of courses, including literary theory, courses in American, British, and post-colonial literatures, rhetoric and writing, and communications to MA and M. Phil. students.  He also supervises Ph.D. students. Dr. Thapa received his Ph.D. in American literature and culture in 2007 from Texas Christian University, US and also taught there as a senior lecturer between 2007 and 2009.   In conversation with Republica, he talks about his motivation to teach everyday and the importance of English studies and its contribution to society.

The role of parents becomes significant when it comes to career building. Republica talked to students who have been striving for a career on various fields of study.

meroJob.com is breaking nepotism in Nepal

Published On: February 20, 2017 11:15 PM NPT By: Republica

Shailendra Raj Giri is a known figure in the Nepali job market. He is the managing director of meroJob.com and has been in HR business for the last 15 years. He was appointed as the managing director of meroJob.com in 2002. meroJob.com is a leading career management site in Nepal. In conversation with Republica’s Prasansha Rimal he talks about the challenges of working in HR business and situation of online business in Nepal.

Young Nepali entrepreneurs are paving the way in creating jobs and opportunities lately. What does it really take to start a business in Nepal? Is it only about having huge capital, skilled manpower or managing legal procedures? Entrepreneurs share their opinion on this matter with Republica’s Prasuma Rawal.

Why we should no longer see our careers as ladders

Published On: February 13, 2017 11:20 PM NPT By: Republica

Whether you see it as a greasy pole to conquer, a ladder to climb or a glass ceiling to smash, all the metaphors surrounding career advancement echo the idea that your job must be an upward progression.

Kanchan  Jha, 33, is the founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Sano Paila, a local NGO established in 2006  focusing on youth empowerment in Birgunj. He is a freelance media producer for Al Jazeera and a pioneer in the field of youth empowerment in Nepal. Holding his firm belief to serve for humanity, Jha dedicated his life to social causes from the very early phase of his life. Jha spoke to Republica about the inspiration to start an organization, his experiences on venturing his journey and the setbacks he has come across throughout.