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Women in tech: Lessons from leaders who’re redefining the rules

Female leaders across the global tech ecosystem to explore their biggest lessons and advice for the next generation of women entering the field

Deloitte's Maya Rafii on 5 common factors that derail inclusion programmes

Deloitte’s Maya Rafii on 5 common factors that derail inclusion programmes

Diagnose your organisation’s maturity, commit publicly, build psychological safety, and expand inclusion beyond gender, recommends Rafii

Insights: Why leadership has become the Gulf’s real competitive edge

Why leadership has become the Gulf’s real competitive edge

As GCC economies race through transformation under national visions, leadership — not capital or technology — is emerging as the region’s strongest differentiator

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Entrepreneur and coach David Ghiyam on leading with purpose

David Ghiyam, president and co-founder of MaryRuth’s Organics, bridges business strategy with spiritual consciousness. Here, he tell us more about aliging purpose, passion and leadership

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Shaping leaders: NYUAD Stern’s Barbara Scheck on its new EMBA 

The vice dean of programmes at Stern and clinical associate professor of management, explains how the programme is preparing leaders to navigate AI, sustainability, and social impact

Georgetown University’s Paul Almeida on leadership and business education

Georgetown University’s Paul Almeida on leadership and business education

Executives need to close gaps not only in digital fluency or innovation management, but also in geopolitical literacy, strategic adaptability, and cross-cultural leadership, says the dean of the McDonough School of Business

Reimagining leadership: Why innovation is imperative for the next generation

Reimagining leadership: Why innovation is imperative for the next generation

In times of change, expectations are moving beyond the basic traditions of stewardship to demand leaders who can combine analytical thinking with emotional intelligence, and foresight with ethical responsibility

Beyond the risk register: Why future-ready leadership demands strategic discomfort. Authored by (left) Doris Viljoen, director at the Institute for Futures Research at Stellenbosch Business School and (right) Nic Labuschagne, head of Strategy and Crisis Management, APCO MENA

Beyond the risk register: Why future-ready leadership demands strategic discomfort

If your risk register doesn’t provoke discomfort, it’s incomplete. And if your future looks smooth and linear, it’s probably fiction, says these experts

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Insights: What exactly do leaders do and why is it so difficult?

The image of CEOs often look effortless from the outside, but the reality is far more complex. We uncover what truly defines effective leadership – and why it’s tougher (and more rewarding) than it looks

Evercoach's Ajit Nawalkha on leadership, coaching and the power of inner clarity

Evercoach’s Ajit Nawalkha on leadership, coaching and the power of inner clarity

Nalwalkha shares the mindset shifts shaping the coaching industry, what truly drives transformation, and why success must start from within

Insights: Are positive stereotypes holding women leaders back?

Insights: Are positive stereotypes holding women leaders back?

While often viewed as flattering, positive stereotypes about women in leadership — such as being empathetic or nurturing —can subtly reinforce outdated gender roles

LBS' Sir Andrew Likierman on making better choices in the age of AI. Image: London Business School/ Photo © Sheila Burnett

LBS’ Sir Andrew Likierman on making better choices in the age of AI

Professor of Management Practice in Accounting at London Business School and author, Sir Andrew Likierman unpacks the six elements of good judgment

How do you navigate leadership transitions? Author and expert Ty Wiggins has great advice

Navigating leadership transitions: Author and expert Ty Wiggins has great advice

In this interview, the author and leadership expert shares his perspectives on successful leadership transitions, the challenges executives face when stepping into new roles, and how organisations can ensure a smoother path to effectiveness for their leaders

31 women leaders share advice to power your success

44 women leaders share advice to power your success

From overcoming challenges to seizing opportunities, these influential women offer actionable advice on how young women can chart their career paths with confidence and resilience

Sustainability is a business priority, says PwC's Stephen Andersen

‘Sustainability is a business priority’, says PwC’s Stephen Anderson

Anderson, who is the strategy lead at PwC Middle East, provides insights into the integration of sustainability into business operations, and the emerging trends that are shaping its future in the region

Leadership lessons: Emirati female execs share their insights

Leadership lessons: Emirati female execs share their insights

These top female trailblazers are shaping the future of their industries and empowering the next generation to follow in their footsteps

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The leadership ripple

Leaders, you set the tone for employee health and wellbeing

Insights from Rashid Mohammed, the head of revenue of the SPC Free Zone on how to save a company: What every business leader should know

How to save a company: What every business leader should know

By being transparent about the company’s issues and turnaround strategy, you can cultivate the essential trust and commitment needed to make the necessary changes

Insights: 3 ways bold leadership can help businesses capitalise on opportunities

Insights: 3 ways bold leadership can help businesses capitalise on opportunities

We explore three strategies leaders can use to ensure their businesses are more agile and innovative

Executive coach and author Binod Shankar on the attributes of great leaders

Leadership lessons: What’s good about great?

We explore why great leadership is not just desirable but essential for the enduring success and growth of organisations

Here’s why an online MBA is advantageous for business leaders

Here’s why an online MBA is advantageous for business leaders

Courses in an online MBA are designed to be accessed from anywhere in the world, providing access to a global network of faculty and peers

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In the dark hours: 5 challenges haunting Middle East CEOs

A recent survey of over a hundred CEOs and board members in the Middle East highlights concerns about leadership attraction, development, and planning

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International Women’s Day: Professor Fiona Robson examines progress and struggles for women in the workplace

Professor Fiona offered valuable advice for women aspiring to leadership roles, emphasising the importance of continuous learning, confidence, and seizing opportunities

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UAE jobs in demand 2024: Top 10 skills in shortage

Skills shortage could see organisations in the UAE, “invest significantly, as well as in a range of innovative approaches to attract the best candidates”

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Sheikh Hamdan launches Dubai Economic Leadership Program

Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Leadership Development will open registration for the programme between September and October

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Alan’s corner: The first 100 days

Today, the first 100 days concept has been adapted for modern businesses

Sheikh Mohammed names deputy rulers of Dubai

Dubai leadership: Sheikh Mohammed appoints two deputy rulers

The two deputy rulers of Dubai were named with the issuance of Decree No 21 of 2023

What is the key to good leadership training?

A good programme would help you with the right resources to address this critical task

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Alan’s Corner: Four cultures of leadership and how to adapt to them

Individuals bring different leadership styles to the job based on past experiences in other organisations

Dubai welcomes 11.4 million international overnight visitors between Jan-Oct

Dubai welcomes 11.4 million international overnight visitors between Jan-Oct 2022

The emirate’s average hotel occupancy in the first 10 months of the year stood at 71 per cent