The Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) industry is developing at a rapid pace and is becoming one of the highest paying sectors. With this in mind, there is no doubt that a career in this direction will be of interest to new or graduating students. But is it really right for you – especially…
Upskilling for the New Year 2019
Have you thought about how you can start upskilling and get WORK ready for 2019? New Year is fantastic to time to sit back and reflect on last year’s accomplishments, struggles and failures. On a professional front, it’s incredibly important to know what were the reasons for these and what can we do to build…
Steer clear of your comfort zones
Today I’d like to talk about breaking out of your comfort zone. Why? Comfort zones hold us back, restrict our potential and deny us freedom. Here’s how to feel at ease way outside of it! Your comfort zone is the lifestyle and behaviours which feel most normal to you. It is built out of habit…
The route to the top for women in the workplace
Rethink the words of Nelson Mandela who said, “As long as outmoded ways of thinking prevent women from making a meaningful contribution to society, progress will below. As long as the nation refuses to acknowledge the equal role of more than half of itself, it is doomed to failure.” Attitudes and ideas towards the role…
Choosing the best MBA course for you in the UAE
Making the leap to study for an MBA is a big decision but it will give you the competitive advantage you need as a leader in business and will enable you to obtain higher salary, land promotions or become a successful entrepreneur. So once you have decided that you are ready to open the door…
How to get your mojo back after a career break
After a career break, one of the hurdles that many returning mums face is a lack of confidence. This could be down to several factors; uncertainty, fear, being out of employment for a number of years, or as is the case with many, a feeling of irrelevance and being out of date. Certainly, with my…
3 stages of successful networking
We’re super happy with the feedback from our Women@Work ‘3 Stages of Successful Networking’ event this week. One of our lovely guests said; “The team provided relevant and valuable knowledge, which was, of course, based on their real-life experiences. It was well organised and brilliantly chaired with a lovely snack bar and all at a…
14 day Fear Detox action plan | Anna Roberts
Feeling focused on your business. Having the tools to get out of your comfort zone. And the most confident — and successful — the year of your life to start a fear detox action plan. Grab a copy of Anna Roberts Fear Detox: Your 14 Day Action Plan To Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone…
The art of negotiation. Is it really an art?
Is negotiation really an art? Do people actually enjoy negotiating? Why are some people so damn good at negotiation and why do I run away from it like the plague? Questions I ask myself very frequently about the art of negotiation. Ready to crack this negotiation minefield I recently attended a workshop organised by Norton…
Books to boost your career development
As a woman (or man, for that matter) in business, there are always certain areas where you can improve to help you achieve your career goals, nobody is perfect! Whether it’s networking, time-management or the art of prioritisation, we all have something to learn, no matter what role you play in the company. Take the…