Forced Distribution Appraisal: A System of Unfairness
byEvery time the performance appraisal period creeps upon us, I try to think of some way to not be involved in it. I’m sure a lot of you readers know that feeling.
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The Cardinal Rule of Venture Capital: Good Ideas Get Funded
byThe point where we see a problem that we believe we have a solution for and feel that it would make for a great business plan. By default, any good idea will get funded. With that said, any good idea must incorporate the following critical elements:
Dealing with Demons in the Office
byWe all complain about work, colleagues, and bosses; it is a given. However, sometimes you reach a point where you just want to turn to that person who keeps complaining and ask why are they still here then?
The Art of Respect In The Workplace
byIt was another moment where my ears opened up wide, out of their sockets, and my jaw hung open. I heard something I…
Laws of the Internet: What are SOPA and PIPA?
byBy Mohamed AlJunaibi (@maljunaibi) This January, and the opening month of 2012, the internet became (once again) the area for discussion, debate and even conflict….
Make Your Ideas Happen
byBy Rooda AlNeama (@ThinkDubai) We generate so many ideas during the day, most of these ideas get pushed away and forgotten, and others stick for…
Understanding the European Debt Crisis
byBy Haif Zamzam (@haifnothaifa) Whether you want to hear about it or not, it is hard to ignore the EuroZone debt crisis over the last…
A Solution Needed for Indecent Clothing in the Workplace
byBy Fatma AlKhaja (@fay_alkhaja) I fairly believe that this topic of indecent attires in the malls, public places, and such has been used and abused…
Do Emiratis Realize How Bad the International Economy is?
byBy Haif Zamzam (@haifnothaifa) On the Thursday that Gaddhafi was killed, I left the office late but just in time to meet my friends for…
When Shortcuts Harm More Than Benefit
byBy Moadh Bukhash (@MoadhBukhash) I am not usually one to criticize; I usually prefer to have a positive outlook on the issues that surround us,…
Defining National Pride in the Office
byBy Fatma AlKhaja (@fay_alkhaja) 40 seconds. 40 minutes. 40 hours. 40 days. 40 weeks. 40 months. 40 years. This one REALLY counts. After all the…
Trekking in India: Business Lessons from the Forest
byBy Rooda AlNeama (@ThinkDubai) Last weekend, I had the pleasure of forest trekking in the South of India. It was great leaving the city and…
Employee Happiness Leads to Financial Profitability
byBy Khalid AlAmeri (@KhalidAlAmeri) The word leadership or to lead comes across us in our everyday lives. Whether you are in high school, a multinational…
The ‘Too Many Cooks Syndrome’, the Delaying Effect of Interference
byBy Fatma AlKhaja (@fay_alkhaja) I have been fortunate to work in both flat and vertical organizations. But lately, I have come to realize that organizations…
The Need for Creative Advertising Methods in the UAE
byBy Reem Abdalla (@Reem096) After my recent visit to Southeast Asia, I was mind-blown by the amount of creativity found in their outdoor advertising. The…
The UAE’s Flourishing Entrepreneurial Opportunities
byBy Khalid AlAmeri (@KhalidAlAmeri) In my books, 2011 has been the year of the entrepreneur particularly for the UAE. Think about it, the Khalifa Fund…
How Some Emirati Employees Abuse the Sick Leave
byBy Shaima AlTamimi (@iamshaima) It has been a while since I wanted to discuss a topic of paramount importance and as I write this, something…
Social Clubs at Work, Where Would You Fit and Where Would it Take You?
byBy Fatma AlKhaja (@Fay_Alkhaja) A long time ago, I worked in an organization that was quite multicultural in all aspects. It was a demanding…
The Importance of Career Fairs for Employers and Employee
byBy Khalid AlAmeri (@KhalidAlAmeri) Every year, the UAE exhibition centers open up their doors to host a variety of career fairs with inspiring slogans such…
The Utilization of Customer Information
byBy Mohamed AlJunaibi (@maljunaibi ) It was a long day, and an even longer week. A typical lazy burnt out Thursday at home, from…