Over the years I have seen many leaders become their own obstacles. Primarily because they feel they must be at the center of every decision and every move a team makes. We refer to this action as micromanagement and shows an unhealthy relationship with trust. Here are five tips on positioning yourself in a supportive […]
In today’s dynamic business landscape, leadership has evolved beyond traditional management. It’s about inspiring people, fostering a culture of growth, and building trust to empower teams to thrive. Successful leaders create environments where individuals feel valued and motivated to reach their potential. At the core of leadership lies trust. Trust is earned through integrity, transparency, […]
The first thing I need to say is I have worked with clients and staff from all over the world, and I continue to find that people are people. Leadership must build a culture of engagement, connection, and inclusion. Those changes take real work and an honest effort to create trust, allowing performance to reach […]
Introduced by the Mother of the Nation, Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Al Ketbi, in 2015 to elevate and inspire women’s empowerment in the UAE, Emirati Women’s Day (August 28) is the ideal occasion to shine a light on local women who are pushing the boundaries across all areas of society. It is observed to recognize Emirati women’s efforts and to honor […]
Tell us about yourself, your background and your journey to founding Lifemart We are newcomers to Dubai, but in Russia, Lifemart is a large and very popular retail chain. I have been an entrepreneur for as long as I can remember, and that is probably the most important thing. Our first store in the UAE is […]
A deeply personal loss led this inspiring scientist of India to change the face of breast cancer detection for the women all over the world. We are honored to speak to Dr. Geetha Manjunath, Founder and CEO of Niramai Health Analytix, who developed a novel artificial intelligence-based medical device to detect breast cancer at a […]
Tell us about your background and journey to Director of Kibsons. As a Finance (ACCA/KPMG) and Operations professional (Six Sigma / GE), I have been a part of the Kibsons family-owned business for 25 years (15 years full-time). From setting up the financial infrastructure to strengthening the operational capabilities in a tech-inspired environment, I have […]
Tell us about yourself, your background and your journey to your current role. With my Pakistani background, there have never been a lot of figures to look up to in the hospitality industry. So, when I decided to enrol in the Swiss Hotel School in Leysin, it was a surprise for my whole family. But […]
As in any personal relationship, lack of trust and confidence in a leader and in an organization leads to a lack of commitment from employees, underperforming staff and failed objectives. There are two issues to deal with concerning trust and confidence: 1. Trust in the organization Trust in the organizations objectives is crucial; as a […]
Why are performance appraisals an important management tool? Performance appraisals communicate organization and department goals, build stronger worker relationships, improve productivity, identify poor/marginal performers, identify the employee’s general training needs and they support HR decisions (promotions, raises etc). For the employee, the benefits of performance appraisals are just as great. Each individual employee’s accomplishments are […]
