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What’s On Offer? How to Source Finance for your UAE Startup or SME
Ask entrepreneurs in the UAE what they most need to upscale their business and the majority are likely to say ‘finance’. Sourcing finance in the early stages of growth is fundamental in taking a company to the next level. It helps business owners to avoid cash flow...
Top Business Opportunities in Dubai for 2024
With its dynamic economy and forward-thinking policies, Dubai presents a wealth of business opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors alike. As the city continues to fortify its position as a global business nexus, the coming year, 2024, is ripe with potential for...
Do entrepreneurs need to take risks to succeed?
‘People who take risks are more likely to succeed as entrepreneurs.’ If you’re thinking about starting your own business, you’ve probably come across this theory before. Usually while learning about the rags-to-riches backstory of your favourite entrepreneur, who, at...
How To Write The Perfect Business Plan For Your UAE Startup
Writing a business plan takes time, energy and a lot of research. So why go through all that effort? One reason is that it’s simply a good idea – in his book on the subject, author Mike McKeever justifies it like this: ‘Almost without exception, each business owner...
Big money: How To Launch Your UAE Company Targeting High Net Worth Individuals
As business opportunities go, it’s pretty compelling. If your background is in industries that target high net worth individuals (HNWIs), the UAE presents a highly attractive destination for your services. Whether you provide financial management, luxury goods,...
Missing something? Why great entrepreneurs lack certain traits
You know by now that an entrepreneur should be bold, and that thriving in uncertainty and having strong vision are all important parts of the success you desire. History is full of examples of visionaries who blazed trails and demonstrated these traits. But what do...
How to Choose the Right Business Activity for Your UAE Company
When starting a new business, entrepreneurs are faced with a number of important decisions. One of the first that you’ll need to make when setting up in the UAE is choosing which business activity you are going to trade under. Essentially, this is a question of the...
Debt collection in the UAE
The UAE is one of the most challenging places in the world for collecting debt, according to the 2018 Global Ranking on Debt Collection. It’s not getting any easier over time, and it’s time consuming, stressful and costly for business owners. Still, debt collection...
Welcome to the world: Are you ready for your UAE company to go global?
Your business is booming, profit is increasing, your company is growing. It’s an exciting time. So is it now time to look at global markets? Today we examine the practical steps you can take to prepare for the challenges ahead. Signs you’re ready to go global While...
Starting a business in Dubai: Everything you need to know
For those of us already living and working in the UAE, the decision to do business here can seem like something of a no brainer. For those coming from overseas however, the processes, customs and quirks of business in this part of the world can be a little daunting...
How to stop talent walking out the door
Did you know that 40% of employers worldwide are finding it hard to fill key positions in their organisation? There’s a shortage of talent globally. In an increasingly mobile and connected world, attracting and retaining the best employees is more competitive than...
How to Get National Media Council Approval
The UAE is one of the Middle East’s most attractive destinations for launching a new publication. There are over 500 magazines in circulation in the country, making it the top publisher in the region. And demand is huge – over 50% of literate citizens read a newspaper...
