In the fast-paced and competitive landscape of today’s business world, retaining skilled and satisfied employees is more critical than ever. Employee turnover not only disrupts the continuity of operations but also incurs significant costs. Surprisingly, many employers neglect to identify and address the happiness and well-being of their staff, which often leads to high turnover […]
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Training Tip: The Icebreaker Activity
When leading a group training session, what do you do to break the ice at the beginning of the day to get participants actively involved and in the right frame of mind for learning? Tip 1: On the first day make sure your icebreaker activity involves self-introductions. A great question to ask is: Share a […]
The Talent Checklist to Attracting the Right Candidates for Your Business
Businesses need to attract the right talent to thrive in today’s dynamic landscape. As requirements for skilled and dedicated professionals change, organisations must adopt a strategic approach to recruitment to secure the best candidates. Ryan Jackson, founder and CEO of Culture First Recruitment explores a comprehensive talent checklist that can help businesses attract the right […]
HR Tip: Establishing a Discipline Procedure
What is Discipline? A mode of life in accordance with rules. Order maintained by control. To bring under control. Instruction. To improve by corrective and penal methods. Why Do We Need Discipline? Maintain control. Maintain standards. Safeguard staff. Safeguard property. Maintain efficiency. Organizational success. The purpose of a disciplinary procedure is to ensure all employees […]
Training Tip: Communication in Conflict Resolution
Effective conflict resolution invariably comes down to effective communication. Here are my 6 key principles for resolving conflict. These six principles are core to the principle of respecting the individual and communicating your genuine desire to seek a resolution. Be clear about what you want to achieve. It is unlikely to be enough just to […]
Founder Interview: Erika Doyle, Drink Dry
Tell us about yourself and your background, how you got started in business/entrepreneurship and what is it that you do? In 2020, I ventured into the world of entrepreneurship, launching Drink Dry – the first and only non-alcoholic drinks marketplace in the GCC. My entrance into the world of business was somewhat unconventional. Despite having […]
Case Study: The Art of Cultivating Cross-Cultural Beauty Brands in the Middle East
The beauty industry, a vibrant fusion of culture and commerce, stands at the crossroads of tradition and innovation. As a co-founder of FC Beauty, my journey in introducing Korean beauty brands to the Middle Eastern market has been an enlightening experience in blending diverse beauty cultures. This case study delves into the strategies and insights […]
Strengthen Communication Within Your Team and Get Better Results
In your position as team leader the quality of the relationship among your team members is perhaps one of your biggest areas of focus. A unified and communicative team produces the best results, but it’s not always easy to develop a united team. People simply have different beliefs, backgrounds and social skills, all of which […]
Founder Interview: Romain Gerardin-Fresse, founder of GFK Strategies
Romain Gerardin-Fresse is a former political and diplomatic advisor, and award-winning CEO and attorney. As Founder and CEO of GFK Conseils-Juridis, he provides intergenerational wealth, estate planning, luxury lifestyle management and investment advisory services to High Net Worth individuals, affluent families, royalty and governments. He established his first office in the UAE in 2019 and has recently been named […]
Company Spotlight: The Wellbeing Sanctuary
Sarmistha Mitra is Founder and CEO of The Wellbeing Sanctuary, a haven dedicated to guiding individuals on transformative journeys towards wellbeing. The center provides an array of holistic healing approaches to restore equilibrium on physical, spiritual, and emotional levels, fostering optimal health through natural means. After entering a new phase of life as a mother […]