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Manar Al Hinai

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Manar is an award-winning Emirati journalist, entrepreneur and communications consultant in Abu Dhabi. She previously worked as director of corporate communications at Abu Dhabi Investment Company. She was named Arab Woman of the Year in 2011 and in the list of 100 inspirational individuals in the UAE in 2012 and 2014.
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Female tech freelancers work in Gaza City. A shift away from established corporate culture towards freelancing brings its own set of problems and solutions. Photographer: Shawn Baldwin/Bloomberg
The freelance escape just might lock talent up in new corporate shackles

Websites where buyers and sellers of services meet are not the be-all and end-all for individual contractors

BusinessNovember 04, 2017
Giant robots by MegaBots. Impressive but the human touch will always prevail in business. Courtesy Greg Munson/MegaBots
How will artificial intelligence affect small business owners?

People will always have an advantage over robots no matter what

BusinessOctober 21, 2017
Twitter is more used per capita in Saudi Arabia than anywhere in the world. AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File
Will video marketing make the written word obsolete?

Although e-books and videos are increasing in popularity, physical books have become popular again

BusinessOctober 14, 2017
Generation Z use their smartphones for an average of 3 hours a day to consume media. Charles Platiau / Reuters
Forget millennials: brands need to be targetting Generation Z

The generation born between 1995 and 2012 have a completely different mindset that advertisers must work with

CommentOctober 07, 2017
Don't lose heart when your dreams get crushed

Acceptance of a changed reality can open up exciting new pathways

BusinessSeptember 30, 2017
A handout photo of Eid party. This year Ala Awaysheh is going to surprise her kids with sweets bar , she bought one & will fill it up & they can get their bags & fill it up (Courtesy: Ala Awaysheh) *** Local Caption *** al22ma-ramadan-kids10.JPG
Planning a party is like planning a business

Entrepreneurs tend to feel that if they keep things quiet it will turn out better. But it is best to discuss your start-up idea from the start

BusinessSeptember 23, 2017
In the early days of any business, you will be burning cash. You may spend it on lawyer fees, web design, logo design, and product manufacturing. Getty
How women face challenges in the business world

Stick to your guns, know your services' worth, and lead by example with support for others

CommentSeptember 16, 2017
The Gulf's online travel market is projected to more than double in the next five years as demographics and consumer preferences change. Getty
Pause and reflect to avoid regret in the end

Stepping back to reassess our priorities is essential throughout the journey

BusinessSeptember 02, 2017
Now is the time for entrepreneurs to look ahead

Instead of waiting for November and December to work on the New Year’s goals, start earlier

EconomyAugust 26, 2017
Are you cut out to become an entrepreneur?

Indicators include passion and accepting risks

EconomyAugust 19, 2017
A ‘don’t do’ list keeps you on track
BusinessAugust 12, 2017
Employees play games at the Google office in Dubai. Satish Kumar / The National
Playtime brings creative success

Studies show that fun pursuits can help build stronger worth ethic

BusinessAugust 05, 2017
Embrace silence - it will help you think better

Whether it's sounds or mental clutter, reducing the amount of noise in your life, will not only improve your concentration but have a positive effect on your business too.

EconomyJuly 22, 2017
Don't procrastinate over perfection, just launch your business

Rather than fuss over the tiny details, get your new venture up and running and then make changes

EconomyJuly 15, 2017
Staff perks such as gaming chairs and chill-out zones are all well and good but creating the right corporate culture is crucial. Dominic Rahr : Getty
Why you should align your corporate culture with brand identity

And how office perks can be a hit or miss affair

BusinessJuly 08, 2017
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