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The billion-dollar question – which giant companies have secret financial problems?
Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or CEO of a giant multinational, some things never change: financial problems can affect everyone. So what can we as entrepreneurs learn from the experiences of the major players? After all, they all maintain strong public profiles....
Twofour54 Free Zone Company Setup
When we look at the many reasons why overseas entrepreneurs do business in the UAE, the nation’s free zones are often top of the list. Offering 0% corporate and personal tax, 100% company ownership, 100% repatriation of capital and profits, no currency restrictions,...
Pulling the strings? Why micromanaging is damaging your SME
Where do you fit on the control freak scale? It’s normal for entrepreneurs to be involved in every tiny aspect of an enterprise – founders are often solo players and are typically responsible for every decision in the early stages. But entrepreneurs who know how and...
Worth the wait? Billionaires who failed before they succeeded
Who wants to be a billionaire? According to the market-leading Wealth-X billionaire census there are nearly 2,400 billionaires in the world, with combined wealth of USD 7,400bn. It’s a select club. All the billionaires in the world would fit into four Boeing 747s with...
Designing the future: Setting up a company in Dubai Design District Free Zone
If you’re considering launching a business in the UAE, you’ll almost certainly have cast your eye over the nation’s free zones. There are plenty of reasons why they might draw your attention – 100% foreign ownership, 0% corporate and personal tax, 100% repatriation of...
Five reasons to switch your company to the UAE mainland
Why this attitude may kill your business
‘Fake it till you make it’ may be a classic business mantra, but it could be sinking your company. In recent years, the UAE has become known as a leading location for startups. Perhaps the leading location. Indeed, a huge 95% of businesses in Dubai are SMEs and new...
Is your startup ready to meet an angel investor?
Angel investors are a great way to secure early financing for your business, giving you the financial jump-start you need to reach the final stages of development and market entry. But many new business owners are at a loss with what to expect from investors. In...
When good bosses turn bad: Seven deadly sins of bad managers
If you’ve ever done any management training, you’ll have been inundated with advice on how to lead effectively. You know the kind of thing: empowering your employees, communicating effectively and celebrating creativity? All hallmarks of a good boss. But doing the...
Setting Up a Company in Dubai Healthcare City Free Zone
If you’re an entrepreneur looking to set up in the UAE, the chances are you’ll have at least considered doing so in one of the country’s free zones. Offering 0% corporate and personal tax, 100% company ownership, 100% repatriation of capital and profits, no currency...
Startup and beyond – evolving your business venture into an SME
There are few better places to start a business venture than the UAE. With the advent of major co-working spaces, such as Astrolabs Dubai and Impact Hub Dubai, it’s never been easier to start a new business on a budget here. What’s more, Dubai is home to...
Market research on a tight budget – why it’s a must-have investment for any startup
For any business it pays to know your market – especially for a startup. Whether you’re trying to assess the level of market demand before releasing a new product or service, choosing the best location in which to sell, or simply trying to understand what factors will...
