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Constructive criticism. Two little words that can cause a whole lot of trouble. I don’t know which is worse: receiving constructive criticism or dishing it out. In your career, you’ll likely encounter a whole slew of tricky conversations. And if you think constructive criticism is hard, wait until you only have criticism to relay. No […] More
Plenty to cheer about. Ready to celebrate the many achievements of the nation’s women? Launched in 2016 by HH Shaika Fatima bint Mubarak, Emirati Women’s Day champions the women in the UAE and we have some wonderful ideas to help you mark August 28 in style. Hear from inspiring women Flow Talks Series is hosting […] More
“Yeah, but they won’t be impressed by any of those examples,” she told me, as she looked woefully down at her resume that was now crinkled at the corners from all of her nervous fidgeting. “All of my experience is in retail, and that’s nothing like what they’re looking for in this administrative position.” There […] More
Time to party. Did you know that according to research from The University of Oxford, we should be seeing friends twice a week? That’s more than one excuse to check out the newest Ladies Nights in Dubai for a fun filled evening of catching up while looking fabulous. Drinks with a view Take your friendship to […] More
Stepping back into her acting shoes. Actor-turned-filmmaker Nadine Labaki is stepping back in front of camera in a role of a teacher in a film The debut from director Oualid Mouaness is set at a private school where Labaki plays Yasmeen – a woman trying to keep it together amid the 1982 Siege of Beirut. Despite Mouaness using […] More
Luxurious bliss. As far as exquisite spa experiences go, you’ll struggle to find another retreat that can match up to the standards of the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira. The contemporary spa is accessed through a dedicated lift after you’ve checked in at the elegant lobby, filled in your consultation form in a private booth and have […] More
Monthly career goals. Need inspiration on how to make a career shift, start a business or expand your skills? Every month we speak to inspiring women in the region and get them to share how they have navigated their professional and personal curveballs. Tania Lodi, founder of the very Instagrammable wanted to create a friendly […] More
Fun fact: I frequently have no idea what I’m doing. No matter what field you’re in or what you’ve done with your career so far, there’s always a bit of working it out as you go — problem-solving in the field when you’re presented with something you didn’t necessarily expect or working confidently even when […] More
