With millennials accounting for a quarter of the Middle East’s population, and a vast majority of entrepreneurs under the age of 35, the region is fast becoming a global hotspot for youthful startups. And while the UAE in particular offers a wealth of opportunity for...
Hiring can be a complex business for companies of all sizes. For startups it can often be a case of make or break. A well timed, successful hire can be the perfect springboard for growth while a bad hire can be an enormous burden for a business in its infancy. Finding...
Did you know that 40% of employers worldwide are finding it hard to fill key positions in their organisation? There’s a shortage of talent globally. In an increasingly mobile and connected world, attracting and retaining the best employees is more competitive than...
Good financial management is vital to the success of any business. But nowhere is it more important than for startups – where margins are often tighter and the risk of failure much higher than in more established companies. We’ve all heard the statistics – that only...
So, you’ve been running a one-man show for some time now, while enjoying the thrill of establishing your startup. And now that your business is growing steadily, you face a challenging decision – is this the right time to hire your first employee? Making an expansion...
With three-quarters of UAE employees reporting that a remote and flexible work schedule increases their productivity, entrepreneurs and business owners are increasingly looking at the potential gains of adopting a remote ‘work anywhere’ culture. And it’s a worldwide...
Negotiation in business is an art. And like any form of communication, it’s also a delicate balance – one wrong turn and your objectives and reputation can be jeopardised and damaged. We can all recall failed negotiations and awkward interactions vividly; you may have...
The demand for internships is growing all the time. Young people at various stages of their education are being encouraged to seek work experience to help them develop their skills and knowledge, add something meaningful to their CV and, hopefully, open a path into...
No two businesses are the same but there are many common challenges. And high on that list is hiring. Because no matter what industry you are in, finding the perfect candidate is never easy. Sifting through CVs can feel like a minefield at times, and that’s often only...
Note this article also appeared in Entrepreneur Middle East and can be viewed here. Your sales force is the front line of your business. In fact, without a winning sales team many companies wouldn't even be in business. So when you’re hiring salespeople, you need to...
Employing the right people in your organisation is key to its success. But finding the ideal candidate to fill an important role in your company is fraught with difficulties. A survey by ERE Recruiting Intelligence estimated that each corporate job can attract around...
Negotiation is essential. It’s a skill that every professional needs, and to some extent it’s used in almost every workplace interaction. But it’s not easy. Successful negotiation requires the right attitude and approach – a delicate blend of art and science,...
