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Competition for jobs in the Middle East is heating up and job candidates are finding that making contact on the ground is the only way to stay ahead of the pack.
Your new strategy looks good on paper, it looks good in the executive suite. But what does it take for the work force to get it?
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Forget planning and networking...it's a sure-fire way to remain stuck!
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Marissa Mayer’s controversial decision to bring Yahoo! employees back to the office could yet prove to be the right one.
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To land that dream job, adopt a mindset that signals power, even if you don’t feel so powerful.
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Arab women are educated, determined and have increasing government support. What’s standing in their way? A report from the INSEAD seminar in Abu Dhabi.
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GUEST COMMENTARY: An increasing number of executives are turning to Shakespeare for advice on how to run their businesses. Nigel Roberts reflects on the Bard’s stories, myths & archetypes.
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With strong role models and new opportunities, Arab women are making their mark in big business.
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New hires often seek professional advice from colleagues of the same nationality or background as a means of settling into a new environment. But this reliance on compatriots can work against you.
Not the whole story - What this article does not mention is that Ms Mayer told everyone they had to come...
Associate Principal - There is a clear advantage in working from home and from office and it depends...
Director of finance - Hi. It is a interesting article. communication is not one of my strongest strenghts...
COO - The article is spot on regarding communicating strategy. That responsibility resides with the senior...
Almost - While I agree with the major tenants of Ms Ibarra's findings, my personal experience has lead me...