2 Cents Podcast

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

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.

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.

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.

৳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.