The first thing to do when you want to make your CV is to decide on the format. Choose a simple format. Not something too fancy. The format you choose should be appropriate for the place and profession. Some professions require a creative CV format (such as graphics designers’ and...

The job market in UAE does not look good, with an increase in layoffs and a decrease in recruitment. According to Gulf News, “At this point, all indicators lead towards a more restrictive 2016 than observed in the second half of 2015. From the insight we have of the market...

​Have you been unemployed for longer than 6 months?​Having a long gap on your CV has a negative effect on your job hunting, especially if you have been unemployed longer than 6 months. To counter this, you need to show recruiters that you have remained attached to your profession. You...

Starting one's own business is a big step requiring a lot of courage and preplanning. The initial investment and the risk involved in setting up one's own business can be a reason why fewer women become entrepreneurs in the region. Another reason is not having clearly outlined guidelines on how...

​​You can get more done in less time and feel fulfilled too.It's important to manage your time. A lot of time is spent on unnecessary things, especially in the information age where you have so many distractions. This can result in necessary tasks being left undone, which causes stress and...

What steps do you need to take to achieve a career change?Are you thinking of a career change?If you're feeling stuck in your career and tired of the same daily routine, then a career change may be for you.​A career change has many benefits. A new career path can bring...

There are a multitude of job vacancies available at major reputed multinational firms at any time, a vast source for job seekers to easily target (through the ​company's career page). Vacancies are available in every industry and for every career level. This is the easiest way to get a job because there...

If you need to find a job in UAE, the first thing you need to do is get a professional CV and cover letter. Do not underestimate the importance of your cover letter. It is a very important document. Without a well-written cover letter that outlines your professional achievements, your...

Dear Job Seeker, Have you gotten tired of job hunting that doesn’t reap positive results? Sometimes you want to give up. You have sent out a million job applications, so to speak, but with no results. You feel exasperated. Your work seems useless. What do you do? The first step...