Articles - 2019

Tech geeks have their ‘Head in the Clouds’ in Middle East?

26 Dec 2019

In the ME, the cloud is expected to create nearly 55,000 jobs with public spending amounting to AED1.5 billion by 2022. With such optimism in the market, we explore what really constitutes the cloud in UAE, and the trends that will fuel this growth.

Will you be impacted by Kuwait’s 2040 Oil Strategy?

17 Oct 2019

Comprising of energy-rich nations – Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, and Kuwait – the Middle East can continue to expect massive growth, particularly for Kuwait.

Tags: MENA OIL AND GAS

Do you have imposter syndrome at work? 5 tips on how to overcome them

04 Sep 2019

Have you ever attributed success in your job to just sheer luck rather than acknowledging it as the result of all your hard work and efforts? Many high achievers – in fact 40% of high achievers deal with the thought of being a fraud in the workplace, according to Dr Valerie Young.

Tags: APAC TIPS

How to retain an employee?

19 Aug 2019

A study conducted by Employee Benefits News stated that the average cost of losing an employee amounts to 33% of their annual salary. This means that as an employer, you don’t only lose talent or time – but also valuable funding that you could have allocated to other investment projects or resources.

How common is unconscious bias in the workplace?

11 Aug 2019

Have you ever asked yourself if you have made decisions just because you felt it was the right choice – without checking if the reason is evidence-based or coherent?

Infographic: 10 useful tips for your first 90 days of a new job

19 Jun 2019

The first 90 days on the job are the most important. Check out Progressive Recruitment's infographic for useful tips for your first 90 days of a new job.

Tags: INFOGRAPHIC TIPS

Top 10 common mistakes to avoid in your resume

17 Jun 2019

On average, it takes a recruiter close to six seconds to determine whether a candidate will be a good fit for the job. Find out what are the top 10 mistakes to avoid today!

Tags: MENA

How to use your personality to your benefit and get ahead in your career?

13 Jun 2019

Are you just starting out in your career or are you looking for a way to take your career to the next level? A good way to achieve this is to have a better understanding of yourself and know what you can bring to the table.

Tags: MENA TIPS