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Manar Al Hinai

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Abu Dhabi
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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Manar Al Hinai: Are you truly ready to start that SME?

Here are some indicators to tell if you are not ready to be an entrepreneur, writes Manar Al Hinai.

BusinessMarch 12, 2017
Manar Al Hinai: Efficiency needed in payment process

Freelancers and entrepreneurs often have to face late or delayed payments from clients, which is both disappointing and discouraging.

BusinessMarch 05, 2017
Participating in pop-up events allows small businesses to introduce themselves to wider audiences. Vidhyaa Chandramohan for the National
Manar Al Hinai: Climb aboard the UAE’s pop-up bandwagon

Small business owners in the UAE all want to reach new customers and increase their sales without committing to one physical location.

BusinessFebruary 26, 2017
Manar Al Hinai: If at first you don’t succeed, turn disappointments to your advantage

Disappointment in business is inevitable, but how you handle it is key, writes Manar Al Hinai.

BusinessFebruary 19, 2017
Manar Al Hinai: How to tell when it’s time to hire help

For the solopreneur, hiring help is a make or break decision, writes Manar Al Hinai.

BusinessFebruary 12, 2017
Manar Al Hinai: Cover all the bases to promote your cause when marketing on a budget

Doing your own PR will save the business money, but tailor your approach carefully, writes Manar Al Hinai.

BusinessFebruary 05, 2017
Manar Al Hinai: When it’s worth working for free

If you do decide to work for free, make sure it makes sense and adds value to your work, writes Manar Al Hinai.

BusinessJanuary 28, 2017
Manar Al Hinai: Utilise that network to make your mark

Network, network, network. The people you meet along the way could be very significant for the growth of your business.

BusinessJanuary 21, 2017
Manar Al Hinai: Get all your plans in place before revealing them

Don't share your goals with others until you have already achieved them, says Manar Al Hinai.

BusinessJanuary 14, 2017
Manar Al Hinai: Marketing trends to watch out for in 2017

Manar Al Hinai writes about six marketing trends to stay on top of in 2017.

BusinessJanuary 07, 2017
Manar Al Hinai: 2016 was my most challenging year

In Manar Al Hinai's entrepreneurial journey, 2016 was the most challenging and eye-opening year, and the one in which she learnt her most valuable lessons.

BusinessDecember 31, 2016
Manar Al Hinai: Marketing need not be a challenge

Marketing for UAE entrepreneurs: how to promote your business creatively on a budget.

BusinessDecember 24, 2016
Manar Al Hinai: Good leaders give clear instructions

To become a great leader, you need clarity and authenticity, according to Manar Al Hinai.

BusinessDecember 17, 2016
Manar Al Hinai: For entrepreneurs on social media: stay true to your brand identity

Assess carefully whether the latest trends are relevant to your business before you embrace them, writes Manar Al Hinai.

BusinessDecember 10, 2016
Manar Al Hinai: Structure your schedule to make the most of your time

Nurture yourself as well as your business to ensure you succeed, writes Manar Al Hinai.

BusinessDecember 03, 2016
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