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Manar Al Hinai

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Abu Dhabi
Manar is an award-winning Emirati journalist, entrepreneur and communications consultant in Abu Dhabi. She previously worked as director of corporate communications at Abu Dhabi Investment Company. She was named Arab Woman of the Year in 2011 and in the list of 100 inspirational individuals in the UAE in 2012 and 2014.
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Hiring the right employees can positively impact a company's profitability and productivity. AP
Why reliable team members are integral to a business

Having the right employees can make or break a venture

CommentDecember 19, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
A graffiti art workshop at the World Conference on Creative Economy 2021, held at Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa / The National.
How businesses can contribute to the creative economy's growth

Companies and incubators can play a major role in helping equip creatives with commercial know-how to succeed

CommentDecember 12, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
A young boy waves the UAE flag in Abu Dhabi to celebrate the country's 50th National Day. Having a vision isn’t only important when developing a country, it is equally important when it comes to running a business. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Why the UAE's success can inspire you to build a vision for your business

The Emirates has become an oasis of hope and prosperity for entrepreneurs and start-ups

CommentDecember 05, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
Businessmen are using tablet computers to analyse trends of fast-growing businesses with rising graph bars on a black background. Getty Images
How to improve your business’s ROIs in 2022

As we plan for next year, pencil in strategies that would help generate higher returns on investments and cut expenses

CommentNovember 28, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
Around four million Americans left their jobs in July, according to the US Bureau of Statistics. Reuters
How to retain employees in the time of the ‘Great Resignation’

The more you invest in your employees, the more they will invest in your company

CommentNovember 21, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
Taking breaks to recover is essential for achieving goals – business or personal. Anna Nielsen for The National
What CrossFit training can teach you about your business

Taking recovery breaks between training sessions is essential – and it’s no different in business

BusinessNovember 14, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
Setting big goals and dreams drives us to excel, writes Manar Al Hinai. Alamy
Why entrepreneurs should push their limits by setting ambitious goals

Not all major business goals will be realised but not setting any will only result in a business becoming stagnant

CommentNovember 07, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
It is important to consider the health and well-being of team members working remotely. Unsplash
These are the key lessons I learnt when leading remote teams

One thing that will always need to remain a priority is our team members and their well-being

CommentOctober 31, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
instead of assigned offices or desks, corporates can opt for a shared open-work plan where employees can work from communal tables, with dedicated private spaces for those who need it. PA Images
How the office of the future should look

The concept of offices will need to be re-imagined to entice the workforce back

CommentOctober 24, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
In the past 11 years, it’s been easier than ever to establish a fashion business. Getty Images
How e-commerce is helping new fashion designers jumpstart their businesses

A digital presence is key for the region’s designers to overcome the cost and stress of their entrepreneurial journey

CommentOctober 17, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
Damage caused by cyclone Shaheen in Oman shows the importance of anticipating a crisis and preparing accordingly. AFP
Lessons that Cyclone Shaheen and social media shutdown could teach businesses

The incidents, which disrupted daily lives and companies, show the importance of being prepared for all eventualities in business

CommentOctober 10, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
Business leaders can be trained to share their vulnerability, which in turn would help them connect better with their teams and customers. Getty Images
How business leaders can gain customers by expressing vulnerability

Using social media to share moments of failures could help top executives get closer to their teams and customers

MoneyOctober 03, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
The Emirates pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The pavilion's shape was inspired by the shape of an aircraft's wings. Photo: Emirates
Expo 2020 Dubai: Why it’s important to celebrate innovation

The world’s largest fair reminds us that innovation should be celebrated, because it is essential to human prosperity

CommentSeptember 26, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
Some companies update their business logos every few years. Getty Images
You should know when to rebrand your business

Regularly visit your mission statement to see if it's aligned with your current position

BusinessSeptember 19, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
Finding a mentor is essential in an entrepreneur's journey to help them identify ways to keep their business growing. Getty
How entrepreneurs can get the most out of their mentors

A mentor can help you overcome challenges and identify the personal traits that are holding your business back

BusinessSeptember 12, 2021
Manar Al Hinai
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