Produk

abcd

Self-Conscious, Emotionally Intelligent

Most of us have experienced self-conscious emotions at one point or another. They can be difficult to deal with, but understanding where they come from can help. Keep in mind next time you’re feeling jealous, embarrassed, or proud that these feelings are normal and complex. But with a little introspection, you can get to the root of them and understand yourself better. The exciting part of the journey of self-knowledge is when we are able to understand what we feel and what we need. Socially, a child is often accustomed to growing up shutting down or even holding back their emotions. It becomes a habit for mind and body to respond to the state of expression. Although it is not instantly overcome if you already have a pattern of coping in this way, it is possible to change it. Maybe not even change it, but just handle it well, that is part of being emotionally intelligent. In this episode, Whitespace inviting Josua Iwan Wahyudi to give you information about this topic. Sit down, relax, and enjoy the talks!

Self-Conscious, Emotionally Intelligent Read More »

Shame Culture on Social Media: Body Show Off Posts

Have you ever had any experience with exhibitionism? It can be a pretty intense and titillating experience, but for some people, it’s a lifestyle. Exhibitionistic Disorder is characterized by the urge to expose one’s genitals to strangers or unsuspecting onlookers. The causes are unknown, but it is thought that one or multiple factors, such as antisocial personality disorder, substance abuse, or other paraphilic disorders, may play a role. If this sounds like something you (or someone you know) experience often, please reach out for help. Maybe one of us has experienced the unpleasant thing of being sent sensual content (someone exposing genitals). Moreover, the widespread use of social media allows uncivilized users to intentionally do this to strangers. Not only can it traumatize the victim, but it also tarnishes the image of the platform, which does a poor job of filtering the delivery of indecent content. Treatment options exist, and professional support can make living with this condition much more manageable. If you want to share your experiences with exhibitionism!

Shame Culture on Social Media: Body Show Off Posts Read More »

Degree vs Performance: Which One is Most Considered?

Your ability to find a great job and be successful is not only based on the degree that you have. many employers trust undergraduate graduates more than high school graduates, but many of the graduates have difficulty finding work because of the lack of skills they have. This means that individual success is not fixed on the degree but also the ability to work. Thinkers! Do you care more about titles or performance? Many degrees are pursued through formal education. The focus on the degree usually dilutes the purpose of the process of attaining the degree. This can be proven by the fact that the degree is not always proportional to capacity and performance. Performance is also not always related to the degree background. Both seem to imply the main key that can bridge the answer to the needs that need to be considered. However, in employment, recruiters also have a preference for degree or performance. This is based on the needs of the company. Perhaps if you prioritize a degree, in the sense of being molded or developed into a professional. If you prioritize performance, it is usually more suitable in terms of career advancement because you will definitely see a track record of performance results based on experience in the field. Find tips and our talk around this topic, only on Whitespace in this episode.

Degree vs Performance: Which One is Most Considered? Read More »

Health: Equality vs Equity

What is your experience using the facility of health in your country? It’s important to understand the difference between health equality and equity because they are both essential in different ways. Health equality is important because it ensures that everyone receives the same level of care, regardless of status or background. However, health equity is also important because it prioritizes social justice in healthcare and makes sure that everyone has access to the care they need. Without both health equality and equity, our healthcare system would not be able to function properly. Health is the right of every citizen. The state has an obligation to provide facilities for them. In the realm of health care, each country has its own policies. From these policies, there are facilities offered. One of them is to help with justice. In fact, in some cases, justice does not mean equality. Health welfare may be quite expensive in some circles, which can reflect how and to what extent a country’s policies facilitate the accessibility of health facilities. Various facts on the ground reveal the health facilities available. Does it an equality or equity? Find the result in this episode of Whitespace.

Health: Equality vs Equity Read More »

Interesting Tourist Destinations in Lumajang City

Have you ever visited Lumajang city? Lumajang is also known as “Kota Pisang”. Because this area is a producer of various types of delicious bananas. Not only that, Lumajang City also has natural tourist destinations ranging from mountains to beaches. Lumajang has its own attractiveness. From its highest elevation in Java, its iron sand commodity, to its diverse natural tourist destinations. The city’s exoticism attracts travelers from all over. Are you one of them? Research from Lauwrentius, Stephen et al. found that Lumajang conducted city branding using mascots. The mascot bridges the brand with the target audience. City branding is a new tool in regional development. In this case, Lumajang is showing increased competitiveness to face global competition. Notably, this endeavor is based on the identity and character of Lumajang. A mascot can be a commercially relevant and effective promotional medium with the appropriate context (based on timeframe: short or long). So, shall we discuss more all the interesting side about Lumajang? Lets catch the chance to watch the full discussion about it via Whitespace.

Interesting Tourist Destinations in Lumajang City Read More »

Religious Tourism, People’s Preferred Preferences

Pilgrimage is an ancient tradition that still draws people to destinations worldwide. Pilgrimage allows travelers to learn about history and culture uniquely, whether it’s for spiritual enlightenment, education, or a sense of adventure. If you’re looking for an exciting travel destination with plenty of ancestor architecture to explore, be sure to add one of these pilgrimage sites to your bucket list. Tourism related to ancient traditions seems to be timeless. There are always interesting things to talk about. Religious tourism in some faiths looks similar, with its own uniqueness and sensations. There are certain values that are strongly guarded and others that are developed over time. People also set their preferences so that in practice religious tourism often has a new color based on the tourism actors. Lets join the fun talking about this topic only on Whitespace. Don’t miss a second of it, Thinkers.

Religious Tourism, People’s Preferred Preferences Read More »

Cosplay Prospects as a Career Choice

Is cosplay a viable career option? Can you choose cosplay as your career? That are questions that plagues many aspiring cosplayers. On the one hand, cosplay requires a lot of time and effort, not to mention a sizable financial investment. On the other hand, cosplay can be hugely rewarding, both in terms of personal satisfaction and professional opportunities. Cosplay is a term for dressing up as a certain character. Cosplay is growing in many countries. The characteristics are used as a reference for making cosplay costumes and are adapted to the ideas or elements according to the country where the cosplay is carried out. There is a space for creativity that shows the acculturation between the original culture of the cosplayed character and the culture of the cosplaying country. Opinions about cosplay vary. Generally, cosplay is seen as a cultural and artistic discourse. What are the career prospects in this field? In this episode of Whitespace, we talk about it with Citra, who has an interest and experience in cosplay, and we’ll get to the bottom of it. Show your POV in the comment section, Thinkers. We would like to know.

Cosplay Prospects as a Career Choice Read More »

Research Says, Recession Can Prosper the Creative Industry!

Yesterday’s pandemic has forced us to immediately switch to digital. So what about recessions? Recession = dark year? This is why it is important to continue to be adaptive and make the most of what is. As those in the creative industry, we must try to maximize the main capital; creativity and various digital media. Then don’t forget to continue by doing FRUGAL INNOVATION. Frugal innovation = we save money but still produce innovation. Recessions aren’t always dark. This can actually be seen as an opportunity for the creative industry to present frugal innovation. In addition, the opportunity to collaborate is greater. The role of the government such as promoting and facilitating certainly becomes more important in this situation. Check out the discussion between Aldrian and Pascal about the “sunny” side of the recession for the creative industries only in WHITESPACE. What’s your thoughts about it? Write down your thoughts in the comments section! 

Research Says, Recession Can Prosper the Creative Industry! Read More »

Chef and Food Scientist: Which is More Commercial?

Chefs are skilled to work in the kitchen. Food scientist’s workspace is in the lab to develop products. What are the details of these two professions? In terms of fields, they are already different even though they both seem to focus on food. People are more familiar with the profession of chef than food scientist. Nowadays, chefs often appear on the screen as a competition, education, and entertainment. Food scientist helps the supply chain of food keep on the track. During the upcoming situation, food scientist do research to ensure the essential resources to keep exist. It also means, this profession focuses on solving problem around the production of food. They used to use technology and scientific principles from multiple field (biology and chemistry). This job help farmers and business to meet the demand of consumer. So, which one is more commercial? Lets talk about the opportunities of these two professions, only on Whitespace.

Chef and Food Scientist: Which is More Commercial? Read More »

The Riddle of Why Music Can Exist Today

How come music can still exist until today? Does this question ever cross your mind, Thinkers? Evolution, a term invented by Darwin, refers to a long process that has three main features: variation, intergenerational transmission and dominance. Quoting from nature.com, these principles apply equally to biological and cultural evolution (Mesoudi, 2011). Music that has become a culture can be identified in the process of its evolve. So, does music evolve? From an evolutionary perspective, music is not directly related to the goal of survival. Then why is it still surviving or sustainably used today? Music is very useful for gathering many people. Music can be a universal language that makes many people unite and feel part of a group even though they don’t know each other at first (social bonding). Whether it is music that is sung alone or for mass listening, music has evolved. Over time, genres music, for example, it has changed. Influencing factors include the presence of technology (improved recording, equipment, availability of accessible platforms), social trends, listener preferences, or the presence of a specific agenda. This has led to the popularity of certain genres among the public. Trends also have a certain deadline, and are even likely to recur in the future. There are more questions to discuss. In this episode, Whitespace with pleasure will take you to a fun discussion about music. We will breakdown the riddle about the very first question in this article. Watch the vids above!

The Riddle of Why Music Can Exist Today Read More »

Conveying Feelings Using Music

Have you ever using music to convey your character or even your feelings? Music includes emotional language. Through the strains of notes and rhythms arranged in such a way, music can help a person communicate emotions that may be difficult to express verbally. Is there a bad taste in music? Why are we sad when we hear mellow music and vice versa? What makes us like a particular song even when we don’t understand its meaning? Expressing ourselves is part of our daily lives. Expressing is an attempt for humans to express their feelings. As a form of media, music can be a platform for expression. From several types of music come groups that have uniform tastes. According to beyondmusictheory.org, several elements in music may be manipulated in order to communicate an intention. It also trying to convey an idea and emotional state. Join us talk about music with Aldrian and Hana as the host, only on WHITESPACE in this episode.

Conveying Feelings Using Music Read More »

The Power of Music in Your Life

How do Thinkers feel the effect of music? Music is created from various media, such as sound and musical instruments. Practicing playing instruments, the piano for example, it can balance the left brain and right brain because both hands play with the same intensity. In contrast to other musical instruments that tend to be dominant, it is good to support motor skills. In addition, it is no less important to learn self-control. Lia Sidik, the founder of lia s. Associates, shares how music has influenced her life. The piano became her instrument of choice. Music helped and honed her skills in patience and perseverance. Although she is not so attached to playing the piano, the value she gained from learning music through the piano is still imprinted on her to this day. There’s something nostalgic about it, the serenity and creativity that gently flow together. Without hesitate, watch Whitespace on this episode which talk about the potential to become a music genius. Happily hosted by Aldrian and Lia Sidik as the guest for this week. Feel free to share your experience through the comment section!

The Power of Music in Your Life Read More »

Music Business in the Digital Age

Music is one of the tools to help motivate, connect and relax. Research also provides in-depth evidence on the benefits of listening to music. Because of this influence, music has also become a field for businesses. Musicians are usually organized through a production house, while some indie musicians manage their own productions. Competition is growing in the music industry. Like doing business in general, doing business in music also requires research, understanding who the audience is (the type of music they usually listen to and their demographics). Between following the tastes of the market or creating tastes for the market, it is often a dynamic of the growth of the music industry. Distinctive characteristics become a superior strength to survive in the midst of competition. Loyalty between musicians and fans, or production houses and their musicians, to both with the distribution sector influence each other’s success. What are the music trends in the digital era? What is the production process and how to market music effectively? What are the music trends in the digital era? Check out the discussion between Aldrian and MJ’s which will talk about digitizing music and also the production process to know how to market music effectively. Write your thoughts about this topic right on the comment section!

Music Business in the Digital Age Read More »

Pros and Cons of Scholarships in Indonesia?

It is important for students to determine educational goals from the beginning and choose a trusted organizer in order to get the right scholarship. Then when students can enter top universities, does it mean their future is guaranteed? With possibility from two sides, it can be answered yes or no. Scholarships can be the answer . Most scholarships rewarding benefits that will reduce your problem about future. Even not all scholarships guaranteed job, but it used to give you networking. Scholarships usually have qualify such as academic, athletic talent, organization track records, etc. Scholarships is an academic achievement or as a grant or payment to support education. It has various types with rule of itself. Scholarships can come from clubs, organizations, business, colleges, foundation, charities, and government. On this episode, Whitespace will take a discussion about pros and cons of scholarships with Agatha and Celine as the host. Write your thoughts in the comment section, Thinkers!

Pros and Cons of Scholarships in Indonesia? Read More »

Strawberry Generation: Positive vs Negative

The strawberry generation is one of the names for Gen Z. It is synonymous with a creative and innovative spirit, but is fragile and gives up easily. This term describes the character or mentality of the younger generation (born after 1980) who are “soft” like strawberries. Strawberries are used as an analogy because they are considered charming but less adaptive or cannot stand with social pressure and hardships. Apparently, this is often formed due to parental upbringing to a lack of strong motivation. For example, parents’ habit of comparing their children’s achievements. This can be one of the big factors for children to grow up to be an insecure person. But don’t worry Thinkers, we will breakdown the bad and good around this term, so you can take home any tips to be a stronger strawberry ever. Do you have any experience working with strawberry generation? Or you as the strawberry generation want to share with us your experience, feel free to catch the comment section!

Strawberry Generation: Positive vs Negative Read More »

How to be Physically Healthy by Food?

“Aku anak sehat, tubuhku kuat” did you guys Thinkers ever heard that lyric? A healthy body certainly does not necessarily exist without efforts to maintain it. Starting from check-up, adjusting diet, recognizing the signs given by the body, getting enough rest, moving enough, and as are some of the efforts. An indication of a healthy body is both spiritually and physically. Spiritually, it is usually related to peace of mind and heart through spiritual activities or meditation. While physically, it generally requires us to move, avoid harmful habits, and nourish ourselves with adequate nutrition. According to The World Health Organization (WHO), health can be known as a state of physical, mental, and social well-being completely. We may be familiar with the slogan of the Indonesian healthy diet since the 1950s, namely 4 sehat 5 sempurna, or its enhanced version, the Balanced Nutrition Guidelines (PGS). People also often associate the term healthy with dieting or an agenda of reducing certain levels of intake or at all. In fact, there are tons of tips to apply. However, these tips are applied according to the suitability of the body. One human body with another usually has different abilities. There is a condition where a person’s body has its own uniqueness that requires it to process not like usual. While Thinkers relax, let’s watch the talk about healthiness in WHITESPACE. Check it out!

How to be Physically Healthy by Food? Read More »

School vs Self-taught: How to Determine the Right One

If you are young, it’s not time to sell skills, it’s okay to learn it first. Later, when it’s time to sell, just sell, make a mature portfolio, finally be able to work” -Ibra (2023) True skills are not only formed and obtained through one path. Its formation can usually be in schools by relying on teaching staff or self-taught who rely more on self-management independently. Education is a basic need that needs to be fulfilled. Its sources are generally divided into two, namely formal, semi-formal and informal. In society, formal is the most sought after. Formal education is legally more promising, although the curriculum is often questioned for its suitability to the needs of the world of work. On the other hand, semi-formal to informal education has received attention from various parties. Various platform brands have been created that provide facilities and facilities to teach certain education. In fact, the development of social media has also become one of the means to learn. Needs research is certainly fundamental to determine what steps need to be taken. In this WHITESPACE session, we thoroughly discuss this topic.

School vs Self-taught: How to Determine the Right One Read More »

Unique Facts about Germany and Its Culture

What is immediately cross to your mind when Thinkers hear the word “Germany”? Culture becomes the identity of a country. Each country stands with its own culture. Germany, for example, is seen as a disciplined and orderly country. Starting from its daily habits to as simple as the issue of waste management. The rules in this country have been cultivated into the discipline of the people. The people are not enforcers of “rules are there to be broken”, but naturally “rules are there to be obeyed”. This culture reflects that discipline character building takes time and needs to be consistent because the results are not instant. As mentioned before, from disposal habits to waste management for example. Germany pays a lot of attention and plays a role in the waste disposal behavior of its citizens. They always have a unique way of dealing with waste. There is a price to pay for the type of waste generated. Besides that, interestingly, waste can help to see the consumption trends that occur in society. Recycling is deeply rooted in German culture. There are still many interesting things about Germany that are culled in WHITESPACE this time. Are you sure you want to skip this discussion?

Unique Facts about Germany and Its Culture Read More »

Why Is Event Organizing Important?

Most of the time, when visiting an event, what we see is an order. That order is the result of an organized event. Whether it’s highly organized, medium, or less depends on certain things such as the length of preparation time, planning strategies, costs incurred, and many things. As event organizer service providers, they have their own characteristics. From the availability of similar services, then consumers have a preference. It is a way of the organizer to communicate their brand to be marketed through word of mouth because of the performance and creativity of the venue arrangement produced at each event. In this WHITESPACE session, we specially invite Thinkers to discuss event organizing that turns out to have an influence on image, as a form of communication, as well as an experimental space to reach consumers. Don’t forget to give a thumb up and leave your opinion in the comment section, Thinkers. Happy watching!

Why Is Event Organizing Important? Read More »

Marketing Strategy and the Importance of Customer Experience

Not just selling, marketing has various elements so that maximum results. In addition to product quality that must answer market needs, sellers must also consider customer experience (CX) to attract and convince potential customers. Marketing is at the forefront of reaching consumers. Based on its type, marketing can be divided into target-based, marketing technique-based, and tool-based. Some of these types are digital marketing, word of mouth, affiliate, B2B, and B2C. In developing a strategy, there is usually a goal to be achieved so that it can be the direction in which marketing is carried out. Marketing will also affect the consumer experience which impacts on consumer perceptions of brands or products. What is the right strategy to promote products? Any tips to win the online business competition? Check out the discussion between Corina and Okta about Marketing Strategy and the Importance of Customer Experience only in WHITESPACE. Write your thoughts in the comments below! 

Marketing Strategy and the Importance of Customer Experience Read More »

Is It True That Electric Cars Are The Solution?

In the midst of increasing emission problems, there is a renewed effort to switch to environmentally friendly vehicles. One of them that is intensively discussed and promoted is the electric car. Electric cars are predicted to be the solution to the problem of increasing emissions. Indeed, vehicles are said to contribute more than a quarter of the total greenhouse gases. Therefore, the presence of this alternative is part of the effort to reduce emissions. A number of pros and cons accompany the crowd about the suitability of electric cars and the agenda they bring. The Indonesian government even poured some money as a subsidy to switch to this type of vehicle. Alongside the pros and cons in society, the demand for electric cars is increasing, so the government must organize the distribution and recycling of EV battery waste. Yes, the demand and production have not been balanced. If this is done well, EV battery recycling itself can be a potential new economic center in Indonesia. On the other side, the popularity of this electrification solution is keep questionable as to its power source. What are the positive and negative impacts of electric cars? Watch the discussion between Aldrian and Heiro about technological developments and their effects on the environment only on WHITESPACE. 

Is It True That Electric Cars Are The Solution? Read More »

Business Model Canvas: Transforming to Digitalization

The COVID-19 pandemic has another side that makes us have to rack our brains to create new opportunities in the midst of a crisis. This crisis is arguably new to several generations. In fact, this crisis is also a challenge for generations that have dealt with pandemics in the past. However, a condition should not limit us in finding and creating opportunities. Collaborating with speakers from Ciputra University, Lexi Pranata and Edwin Ervanto, this time WHITESPACE will invite Thinkers to understand creating opportunities using the Business Model Canvas. Business Model Canvas (BMC) is usually used in helping business people to map and communicate certain aspects of their business. The goal is to strategize management. What does the concept look like? How do I optimize it? Watch the full explanation through the video below.

Business Model Canvas: Transforming to Digitalization Read More »

Word of Mouth Marketing: Conventional Marketing Strategies That Are Still Effective

Word of mouth is one of the marketing strategies that has long been used and is still effectively applied today. It is actually interesting. Review as a feedback from consumer can be a powerful tools to make others look up into our brand, product, and some of it. The excitement of someone most of the time cannot be hidden. It is just such a statement when its liked, its truly liked. When we get information, our brain releases dopamine and other feel-good neurotransmitters that can make us more likely to remember and act on it. This marketing strategy can still exist even in the era of all-digital marketing not without reason. Research from McKinsey find that from all over advertising, word of mouth is the primary factor behind 20-50% of all purchasing decisions. That means their decisions based on recommendations, either it from friends, influencer, family, etc. According to a Nielsen survey, 92% of people trust their purchasing decisions to recommendations given by those closest to them.  However, word of mouth still has its own shortcomings. Want to understand it in more detail? Come on, watch Agatha and Olivia’s chat only on WHITESPACE! Write your thoughts in the comments section! 

Word of Mouth Marketing: Conventional Marketing Strategies That Are Still Effective Read More »

What’s Up About Our Local Culture?

Hi, Thinkers! Do you admire our local culture? How do you think about it? Culture is identical to the identity of a group, even a region. Reflecting on history, culture is the closest thing to society. Since ancient times, culture has been used as a means to channel certain philosophical values. Culture is easier to accept, especially if it can be a voice that is not channeled or long suppressed. Likewise, today, culture has even become a kind of weapon to colonize. War is no longer only fought with weapons, but through the spread of culture that can have an impact on the wider community. The reflection is that local culture today has been heavily influenced by globalization and modernization. The generation of preservationists is abundant in quantity, but rapidly declining in preference. What exactly is happening to our local culture? In this episode of Whitespace, we invite Thinkers to examine our local culture together. Don’t forget to share opinion through the comment section!

What’s Up About Our Local Culture? Read More »

Good Vs Bad: Digital Literacy for Alpha Generation

Thinkers, have you tried using AI yet? Mention to us which one you ever use! AI technology is getting more sophisticated. As we know, progress certainly brings two sides of impact. The attachment of Generation Alpha interaction with gadgets is predicted to have an impact on two main advantages of humans with AI, namely empathy and creativity. Wow, can it be tricked with an understanding of digital literacy? Let’s talk about it here on WHITESPACE.

Good Vs Bad: Digital Literacy for Alpha Generation Read More »

Mindful to Choose What to Eat

 “We eat because we are hungry. We eat for energy.” Food Psychologist Dr. Brian Wansink has found that we make more than 200 decisions about food every day, but we are unaware of 90% of those decisions. In every food we buy, we should know how to read nutritional value information (nutrition facts) that are usually listed on food labels. That way, we will be more aware of what we consume daily, especially the consumption of sugar and fat. The sheer number of options on the shelves at grocery stores and supermarkets is a race against the time everyone has to choose. Not everyone is willing to take the time to pay attention to the composition and even the nutrients contained in what they buy. As long as it tastes good, take it to the cashier. The time spent is not because of the composition but because of the packaging or their favorite brands. Then, how come be mindful to choose what to eat? Is there any quick tricks to balancing these habits? Watch the video of Whitespace to find the answer!

Mindful to Choose What to Eat Read More »

Did You Find a Difficulty Managing Waste? Try Using Waste App

Thinkers! With the advances in technology, we are seeing more and more apps that aim to make our lives easier. One such app is the Waste app, which helps us manage our waste with ease. With this app, we can see how much pollution we are producing and take steps to reduce it. Waste is both the product of human consumption and the biggest enemy, as its amount is becoming increasingly unreasonable to control. Various parties are moving through various ideas and cooperation to control waste through proper management. But how far it can goes? If you find any difficult to manage your waste, you are on the right page. In this episode, Whitespace talks about the Waste App. Watch the full discussion below!

Did You Find a Difficulty Managing Waste? Try Using Waste App Read More »

Re-Use Architecture Cause Why Not

Thinkers! Indonesia has a number of colonial buildings that have been preserved and are still in use today. The reuse of building items to be rebuilt into a new place is called reuse architecture. This type of architecture is not only found in Indonesia, but all over the world. Re-use architecture material can be a great way to preserve history while also creating new, modern spaces.

Re-Use Architecture Cause Why Not Read More »

Diversity in Branding: Ads, Campaigns, and Crowd Culture Strategy

Thinkers! Companies have been using diversity ads and campaigns to form meaningful and emotional relationships with their customers. They do this by using cultural branding and crowd culture strategies. These strategies help companies tap into the power of social media and word-of-mouth to create a campaign that resonates with their target audience. Do you often see diversity ads? What are some examples that you’ve seen? Crowd culture help you to keep up with the changing consumer attitudes. By understood the crowd culture, we can learn how to create brand loyalty and trust in the digital age. Especially, it refers to distinctive communities (even a broad audience) with collective values. Crowd culture dominance in shaping brand culture with generally focus on people’s attitude and feelings towards the product. Media social truly help to create the landscape. When the action is resonate with a consumer, there will be a positive feedback.

Diversity in Branding: Ads, Campaigns, and Crowd Culture Strategy Read More »

Tips for Managing Finances in the UMKM Business Realm

Finances can be quite a headache. However, when you think about it, financial management has efficient benefits in the long run. Financial management is indispensable in running a business. Businesses also need transparency of money in and out. From the unrest in the UMKM business, Whitespace in this episode raises tips on financial managing on that business scale. No matter how big or even small a business is, financial management is a basic thing that must be considered. Thinkers! Financial records are indeed very important for businesses, both small and large scale. By recording all financial activities, we can monitor business finances so that they can continue to progress. There are two ways to record finances, manually and digitally. Both have advantages and disadvantages that need to be considered before deciding which one is right for your business. Do you usually record your business finances manually or digitally? What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of each method?

Tips for Managing Finances in the UMKM Business Realm Read More »

Your Mouth is My Money: Consumption based on Reviews and Recommendations

The era of digital marketing has practically been around since 1990. Meanwhile, marketing in general can be noticed since the industrial revolution. The industrial revolution era was an important time for marketing because it laid the foundation for modern mass marketing techniques. There are several types of marketing ranging from traditional to modern. Traditional marketing, it turns out, is not merely eliminated in the midst of the development of modern marketing. Word-of-mouth marketing, for example. This marketing usually relies on existing customers who refer or recommend to new customers. Thinkers! Word-of-mouth marketing is one of the most powerful forms of marketing there is—and it’s free! The next time you’re making a purchase, think about whether or not you trust the recommendation more because it came from someone you know or because you saw an ad for it. And, according to a Nielsen study, 92% of consumers trust advice from friends and family more than advertisements in making purchasing decisions. Are you one of those people who like recommendations when they buy things? On this episode of Whitespace, we are going to discuss about it.

Your Mouth is My Money: Consumption based on Reviews and Recommendations Read More »

O2O Transformation: Definition, Considerations, and Benefits

Thinkers! An O2O transformation can be very beneficial for a business, but it is not a decision that should be made lightly. There are many things to consider, such as the consumers, infrastructure and store operations. If a business has the capacity to carry out an O2O transformation, then it should go ahead with it. What is O2O? O2O is a business model online to offline which attract potential buyers from online to buy in the offline store. Digitalization is close to this business model and the transformation to attract buyers online is a dynamic strategy which you don’t want to miss because the benefits you can take from it. Besides that, you can predict what’s the challenge to transform. Check out the discussion in this Whitespace episode to gain more perspective and confidence to do O2O transformation in your business.

O2O Transformation: Definition, Considerations, and Benefits Read More »

Take the Golden Opportunity to Set Up an Individual Company

Great news, Thinkers! Now you can open a company without having to find a partner first. This means being able to become a leader and control your own company by opening an individual PT. Whitespace on this episode will tell you the steps you need to take to make your dream come true of owning your own business. But, before go far to the video lets define an individual company first. According to Cipta Kerja Law Article 153A Paragraph 1, an individual company or individual PT is companies whom meet the criteria for micro and small business that can be established by one person. Few things else to know is there is maximum business capital and turnover based on the scale. The creation process roughly goes through three stages: name and certificate, tax, then business license. Of course, Whitespace on this episode, will give you some tips and tricks directly based on the self-journey. Lets get to know more!

Take the Golden Opportunity to Set Up an Individual Company Read More »

Explore Tourist Destinations about Kingdoms, Palaces, and Castles

Have Thinkers ever travel to somewhere? What is your favorite destination to go? Travel and tourism is one of the biggest industries with many unique facts. People consume a lot around this industry. A variety of destinations continue to emerge along with the people’s preferences. Ranging from nature-based destination to corridors and other indoor destination. Tourist also love to see ancient spot of the city. Product of tourism using a palace and its culture become an attraction. Royal tourism is growing in popularity, as travelers seek out destinations that offer a unique view into the monarchical side of a country. From palaces and castles to gardens and parks, there are plenty of amazing places to visit that will give Thinkers a glimpse into royalty. Thinkers! Have you had a chance to explore any royal tourism destinations? If not, now is the time to start planning your next vacation!

Explore Tourist Destinations about Kingdoms, Palaces, and Castles Read More »

Pilgrimage: A Trip Beyond Travel

Can Thinkers name an old tradition that still exists today? Traditions are usually still valid and carried out until now, but there are traditional values that are still preserved and not. Pilgrimage! Yes, pilgrimage turned out to be an ancient tradition in ancient times by ancestors. Even its existence still exists today and has been inserted. In fact, pilgrimages allow tourists to learn about history and culture uniquely, be it for spiritual enlightenment, education, or a sense of adventure. Can it be so? Let’s talk more about it in WHITESPACE on this episode.

Pilgrimage: A Trip Beyond Travel Read More »

Unforgettable! Travel Experience with Architectural Destinations

Thinkers! If you’re looking for an unforgettable travel experience, architectural destinations can be your options. By exploring unfamiliar cities and neighborhoods, you will stumble upon some of the most amazing architecture in the world. And who knows? You might even find yourself falling in love with a new place. In order for an architectural destination to be successful, it is not enough to have beautiful architecture. There are five other factors that are essential in order to make an area a tourist destination. So, what are the 5A factors that make a destination successful? The area also needs to be accessible, affordable, attractive, and accommodating in order to bring in tourists and keep them coming back. Have you been to any destinations that exemplify these principles? Let us know in the comments section.

Unforgettable! Travel Experience with Architectural Destinations Read More »

Use Electric Vehicles, Lose or Profit?

Have Thinkers ever seen or tried an electric vehicle? Or maybe you already have one? The presence of electric vehicles is booming again, considered to make it easier for people to own vehicles without the need to pay expensive. In fact, Indonesia itself has released a new product, namely an electric vehicle that has joined the Gojek & Grab companies since 2022. The are pros and cons. Many people said it’s good for nature because clean energy, but the other deny it. Between the crowd, electric vehicles keeps growing and be more popular. People pays more attention on it and there is impressive range of electric vehicles choices. Wow, what other interesting facts about electric vehicles? Let’s discuss it at WHITESPACE on this episode.

Use Electric Vehicles, Lose or Profit? Read More »

Waste Recycling Project: From Curious, to Brilliant Business

Thinkers! If you’re inspired to start recycling plastic at home, do your research first. Before getting started, you need to understand a few things, like the different types of plastics and how to clean them properly. Based on Cambridge Dictionary, recycle is using again used objects and materials that are ready to be thrown out. As part of circular economy, this way keeps materials and products in circulation for as long as possible. In this episode of WHITESPACE, we sit and discuss some knowledge and also effort with Verena Lindra, the founder of Sincerely Warp Surabaya. Through the talks, we are openly invite you to reduce the amount of plastic waste in our landfills and oceans by starting from yourself. Are you excited to get started? Let us know how it goes!

Waste Recycling Project: From Curious, to Brilliant Business Read More »

Love at First Swipe: Dating Apps User Experience

Wait, who are the Thinkers who have ever used online dating apps? Dating apps designed to generate connections in romance or even friendship. This software applications help people to have dating experience mobile in profound ways through online. Forbes.com mentioned, survey from Pew Research Center in 2022, 30% adults of U.S say they have used a dating site or app. Meanwhile, in Indonesia, Tinder (one of dating apps) have 10.7 million customer, its increase 17.6% compared to the last year. With plethora of options, Thinkers who’s interested can find the right one. But Thinkers, when choosing to find a date or soul mate in dating apps, there is a possibility that people can deceive by seeing their best side using only messages or photos. In this session, WHITESPACE discusses an application for dating or finding a soul mate. Want to know tips so you don’t get stuck? Let’s watch the video until it ends.

Love at First Swipe: Dating Apps User Experience Read More »