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Walk-and-work a winning formula for office productivity
A desk and a chair are more than a place to work. They can be a place to increase productivity and help employees, says Manar Al Hinai.
Quest for coffee and a hot spot can leave you steaming
Providers of public Wi-Fi should invest in better connectivity, and bear in mind that demand is constantly increasing.
A cool tool to rule a profusion of social networks
Social media is a boon for small- and medium-size businesses in the UAE. Make the most of it with the right marketing tools.
A promising start, an ugly ending and a good lesson learnt
As Shakespeare wrote 'Neither a borrower nor a lender be' Manar Al Hinai looks at the thorny issue of debt and those paid to collect it.
Private sector take note - Emirati women offer an attractive option
In spite of global downturns that shook and are shaking many of the world's economies, the GCC - and the UAE especially - seems to be back on the road to recovery.
Beware: a potential legal minefield is just a click away
Everyday we sign up for legally-binding agreements without out knowledge warns Manar Al Hinai, who ask 'do you always read the fine print?'
My life: Manar Al Hinai on letting go of your fears
It's a perfect time to realise that phony obstacles delay goals.
It is possible to visit London with lower capital expenditure
There are great money-saving solutions out there. All it takes is a bit of research and planning before a trip.
Power naps good for health, alertness and productivity
Contrary to popular opinion, napping is not for the lazy or depressed. Famous nap-takers include Winston Churchill, Bill Clinton, and Albert Einstein, writes Emirati fashion designer Manar Al Hinai.
Business also has a responsibility to aid local entrepreneurs
To achieve the dream of becoming an entrepreneur basic tools are needed such as capital, a marketing strategy and legal advice, writes Manar Al Hinai
Hurried expansion may be prescription for business failure
Hurried expansion may be prescription for business failure, writes Emirati fashion designer Manar Al Hinai.
My life: Manar Al Hinai on her love of airports
Dreams take wing at the airport, even if life flies off in another direction.
Save some of your earnings today for a secure tomorrow
If we have learnt anything from the financial crisis that began in 2008, Greece's economic crash and recent political upheavals, it is that our financial security is not guaranteed, and an emergency fund is a must.
Gulf airlines should show some class and adopt the Tommy
We live in uncertain economic times – every time you think there is a recovery, things just get worse – but the Gulf region's airlines act as if they are in a parallel universe.
Good customer service is a critical business element
Here's a simple suggestion for all businesses, old and new: when offering customer services, make sure that all representatives can actually provide the service to the customer.
