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Three lessons businesses can learn from the UAE’s Year of Tolerance
Accepting different cultures and ideas can help entrepreneurs grow their ventures
How to position yourself as an industry leader
Entrepreneurs now realise that becoming thought leaders, sharing their expertise and speaking at important forums make their brand more appealing to customers
Why social media is not a good comparison of success in business
Apps such as Instagram have made it easier to weigh up metrics with competitors, but is this always healthy?
Test out that great business idea before you think about risking it all
Asking the right questions before launching an enterprise can help determine the probability of success
How workplace culture can increase employee engagement
The UAE has the highest percentage of fully engaged workers, surpassing countries such as the US and China, according to a study
Why loving your career is essential to your success
Passion for your profession drives purpose and income it generates
Why continuous learning — for humans — is important in the face of AI
Almost all areas of our daily lives will be impacted by AI, according to a Stanford study
Why employers must embrace apprenticeship programmes
Training future employees in specific skills will help to prepare them for a digitised future
Why more university students need to be prepared for the gig economy
Today’s graduates are joining a workforce where the gig economy, which includes freelancers, consultants, and on-demand employees, is on the rise.
Why giving back should be part of every company’s strategy
Budding businesses can give back in creative ways that don't necessarily affect the bottom line
Boost your bottom line by taking advantage of the gig economy
Manar Al Hinai explains how to get the best out of the freelancers you hire
Why the biggest obstacle for entrepreneurs is often themselves
First steps are the hardest but without them an entrepreneur can never get closer to success
What the UAE can teach you about branding
Businesses can learn a lot from the country's global brands and successful tourism industry
Why being an Emirati businesswoman means looking to my ancestors
An exercise at a recent leadership programme reminded me of the strength of my grandmothers
Why old-school communication could work in your favour
Online search engines are useful, but speaking to people directly can often achieve better results
