Global What do employers look for on social media? [Infographic] While LinkedIn is often hailed as the go-to social network for professionals, and job seekers in particular, many employers also scout a... Glen Dalakian II • 18 September, 2013 Job Recruitment Programme Social Media
Stunning Kuwaiti marketplace for designers blends print magazine with e-commerce Stunning architecture, sleek furniture, and bold recycled art fill the pages of “YourPages,” a new quarterly print and digital magazine rel... Glen Dalakian II • 08 September, 2013 Freelancers Design Programme
Can the Arab world freelance its way out of unemployment? You've heard it before: unemployment is a major issue in the Middle East. New Gallup data reveals that, unfortunately, things haven't... Ahmed Gabr • 30 September, 2013 Programme
The Mini Entrepreneur tries to find the perfect team member Finding the right hire can sometimes seem impossible. When looking for a team member, you’re bound to hear from and interview candidates f... Wamda • 28 August, 2013 Team building Mini Entrepreneur Team
New jobs portal launches in Lebanon. Can it differentiate in a crowded market? While the Arab world has seen several job portals popping up over the past few years, the newest entrant into the market is instead... Glen Dalakian II • 07 August, 2013 Job Recruitment Programme
Global If you want resume or career advice, these two new job portals can help Unemployment remains one of the most persistent problems in the Middle East; more than 26% of young people in the region remain without... Ahmed Gabr • 18 August, 2013 CV Job Creation Social Networks
How workplace dynamics are changing in the Arab world [Infographic] Nine in ten professionals in the Middle East and North Africa have friends and relatives who have been hit by unemployment. But times are... Lama Ataya • 28 July, 2013 Infographic Programme
Global 10 career tips you wish you knew when you were 20 When first starting your career it can be daunting to compete in the job market for that ideal position. In truth, the journey won’t be e... Lama Ataya • 21 July, 2013 employent graduates Programme
5 reasons why professionals quit their jobs The rise of regional jobsites means that sourcing talent has become faster, easier and more cost effective for employers than ever. It... Lama Ataya • 04 July, 2013 Team Programme
What to do when your best employee quits In an ideal world, your top employees would stay on board for years and years, and you would never have to worry about finding... Mais Gousous • 26 June, 2013 Team management Team Programme
Hiring for your Startup, Lean Startup Event - Dubai, UAE One of the many challenges a startup faces is hiring the right human resources, especially those who can join locally. But today the... Wamda • 20 June, 2013 Team Programme
Are Employees in the Arab World Satisfied with their Jobs? [Infographic] A wide majority (75%) of employees in the Arab world would leave their current job for a competitor if offered a higher salary, according... Rana Qubain • 01 May, 2013 Team management Team Programme
Looking to Boost Your Career? Here’s What to Do (And What Not to) When looking for a new job, or trying to advance in your current career path, there are a few do's and don'ts to keep... Lama Ataya • 24 April, 2013 Tips Programme
How Companies Manage CEO Turnover across the Globe [Report] Most companies around the global prefer to hire their CEOs locally or from within, a new study has found. 83% of companies that hired a... Ahmed Gabr • 30 April, 2013 ceo Job Recruitment Programme
12 Stats Every Employer in the Middle East Should Know Bayt.com recently polled professionals from across the Middle East and North Africa and compiled the below list of takeaways from their... Lama Ataya • 10 April, 2013 Team management Tips Team
Regional Does Appearance Affect Your Chance at Success in the Workplace? [Infographic] 83.4% of MENA respondents link appearance to success. It’s a startlingly high statistic, but respondents in Bayt.com’s recent poll of over ... Lama Ataya • 28 March, 2013 Job Recruitment Programme Job Creation
5 Tips for Writing a Good Job Pitch I’m sure every employer in the region has seen an e-mail like this: Dear Sir/Madam, I learned about you from a reliable source. I want to o... Glen Dalakian II • 13 March, 2013 Tips Programme
Regional How to get hired by a leading regional company There's a lot of hype in the tech world about the best places to work. Thousands of people just like you dream of working at one of the... Mais Gousous • 27 February, 2013 Pitching Job Recruitment Programme
CastPace: Bringing the Region's Independent Filmmakers Together [Wamda TV] During the Flat6Labs Cycle 3 Demo Day, Emad Mutter, founder and CEO of Castpace, the first regional online platform for the filmmaking and T... Omar Aysha • 17 March, 2013 Programme
9 Ways to Increase your Chances at Getting a Job As the demands of the job market become more and more specialized, it's becoming harder to get a job. Unemployment on the whole in the... Maya Rahal • 03 February, 2013 Advice Programme Job Recruitment
Interview Skills Workshop in Dubai On Saturday, February 9th, Using Personality is hosting an Interview Skills Workshop in Dubai for those interested in improving their... Wamda • 04 February, 2013 Conferences Programme
Lebanese Entrepreneur Launches Data-Driven Career Matching Site Between newcomers like Nabbesh, tasmeemME, Laimoon, and Wuzzuf, and veterans like Bayt and GulfTalent, the Middle East has its fill of job... Glen Dalakian II • 27 January, 2013 Data Programme
Weekly Wrap-Up: January 20-24 The life of an entrepreneur typically includes overcoming challenges, learning from failure, and taking risks in order to drive a startup... Wamda • 24 January, 2013 Gamification Health & Beauty Weekly Wrap-Up
Global 7 things you should NOT include on your resume If you’re looking to come out on top in the world of job searches, there are a few key things you need to remember to take your r... Mais Gousous • 23 January, 2013 Programme Job Recruitment Job Creation