Binod Yadav

For generations, the narrative of business and social good has been one of separation. We called it Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), a noble but often siloed effort to "give back." It was the department of good deeds, the annual report footnote, the charitable check written after the profits were counted. It was about being a good neighbor. As we stand in the dynamic landscape of 2025 Nepal, a new, more powerful paradigm is taking hold. What if our nation's most pressing challenges—in agriculture, wellness, tourism, and beyond—are not obstacles to be managed, but the single greatest business opportunities of our lifetime? This is the revolutionary promise of Creating Shared Value (CSV) . It’s a fundamental shift in mindset from charitable neighbor to strategic game-changer. For any entrepreneur, this isn't just a feel-good trend; it's a powerful blueprint for building a business that is more resilient, more profitable, and profoundly more impactful than you ...

Nepal's Prosperity Paradox: A New Path Beyond the Dragon's Shadow Nepal's Prosperity Paradox: A New Path Beyond the Dragon's Shadow An Entrepreneurial Perspective on Charting a New Course for National Development Nepal, a nation brimming with potential, often finds itself at a crossroads, pondering its trajectory towards prosperity. We look eastward, not just to our immediate neighbours, but to the colossal economic might of China, and a question inevitably arises: Can Nepal ever achieve a similar level of economic dominance? The answer, as I've observed as an entrepreneur deeply invested in our nation's future, is complex, often frustrating, but ultimately hopeful. This isn't about feeling negative about Nepal; it's about holding up a mirror and seeing how our democratic fra...

Building Our Own Prosperity Building Our Own Prosperity An Entrepreneurial Perspective on Charting a New Course for National Development A Nation at a Crossroads Nepal, a nation brimming with unparalleled potential, stands at a critical juncture, seeking a clear trajectory towards lasting prosperity. It's natural to look at the economic miracle of our neighbor, China, and wonder if a similar path is possible. However, our cherished democratic framework, while being our greatest strength, sometimes presents unique challenges that can inadvertently hinder rapid progress. This isn't a call to abandon our values, but a call to reimagine how we operate within them to unlock our nation's true potential. We must innovate our approac...

1.0 Introduction The trajectory of a nation's development and its sustained economic growth are inextricably linked to the caliber and nature of its leadership. Rather than merely preserving the existing state of affairs, effective leadership is defined by its capacity to initiate and guide constant, purposeful transformation towards a desired future (Waichungo, 2017). This involves rallying individuals around a collective vision and shared values, a hallmark of what is often described as transformational-strategic leadership (Waichungo, 2017). Such leadership is instrumental in orchestrating complex changes within organizations and, by extension, across entire national economies, profoundly influencing people and their operational environments (Waichungo, 2017). In the context of developing economies, where nations grapple with multifaceted challenges ranging from institutional fragility to socio-economic disparities, the imperative for such leadership is particularly timely and c...