Background and Early Life110
Md Shajib Sikder was born on January 15, 2005, in Gazipur, Bangladesh, into a middle-class family. From a young age, he displayed a strong passion for technology. Despite limited resources, he saved his school tiffin money to buy his first smartphone and began exploring online earning opportunities. His early exposure to programming and app development started during his schooling at Gazipur Cantonment Board High School, where an ICT teacher inspired him to delve into the tech world.
Journey to Entrepreneurship
Shajib’s entrepreneurial journey began with small projects. He developed his first earning app in collaboration with a developer, which initially generated $12 in revenue. By reinvesting profits, he purchased a computer and taught himself programming. In 2020, he launched the Elaxux E-book app, which gained 78,000 downloads in its first month10. This success fueled his ambition to create a larger platform.
Founding of Weekmotion
In 2018, at the age of 13–14, Shajib founded Weekmotion, Bangladesh’s first video-sharing platform, initially focused on entertainment but later expanded to include monetization and diverse content112. Some sources mention the platform’s founding year as 2016, but most indicate 20181315. The platform evolved from its predecessor, Elaxux, and now serves over 35 million users, offering video streaming, articles, and digital solutions like content creation and IT services1314.
Vision and Impact
Shajib’s vision is to advance Bangladesh’s digital infrastructure and position Weekmotion as a global leader in creative and technical services. The platform supports young entrepreneurs through tools for digital marketing, branding, and web development310. He emphasizes innovation, inclusivity, and resistance to "cancel culture," aiming to foster open dialogue and diverse ideas28.
Challenges and Achievements
Early Struggles: Limited access to technology and skepticism from family about online earnings10.
Monetization Success: Weekmotion’s monetization policies require creators to adhere to strict guidelines, including video length (60–300 seconds) and original content13.
Recognition: Shajib is celebrated as an inspiration for young Bangladeshi entrepreneurs, demonstrating how perseverance and tech-driven creativity can overcome barriers310.
Current Role
As CEO, Shajib leads Weekmotion’s expansion into global markets while maintaining its mission to empower creators and businesses through digital innovation310.
Note: Discrepancies in founding years (2016 vs. 2018) may stem from earlier iterations of the platform or conflicting source data. For further details, refer to the cited sources.