7 Lessons From Millennials and Gen Z About Work
The hustle culture is real when you’re in Dubai, whether you admit it or not, the bustling city is a business and digital nomad hub for a reason. OFW’s and expats are living in Dubai …
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Office Stress and Work-Life Imbalance
In today’s fast-paced life there could be a number of factors eliciting your mental well-being. Workplace stress is the biggest subsidizing factor to adversely affect not just the mental, but also the physical health of …
Getting Back to Work
While some of us have instigated working from the office there are still many who are getting geared up to head back. We miss the past two months working from home and getting back is …
10 Things to Know when Getting a Job in the UAE
There are things first-time visitors should know when coming to the UAE. In particular, job seekers should know about laws that protect their rights. They should also be aware of their working hours, official leaves, vacations, and …
UAE Labour Law: What Does “Absconding” Mean?
The UAE amnesty program is currently ongoing, and there’s even a one-stop shop for amnesty seekers in Dubai. Aside from those who have overstayed their visas, workers who have absconded may also apply for amnesty. But what …
Video: Does the name of my school matter to land a job in Dubai?
Does the name of my school matter when I get a job in Dubai? Why do employers ask for my expected salary directly during a job interview? These are some relevant questions being discussed in a …
Guide to Working Part-Time in the UAE
Full-time employees generally work for eight hours a day, based on the UAE Labour Law that has been in effect since 2016. But what about part-time workers? Is it legal to have a part-time job in …
Last Week at Work
It’s my last week at work and I’m having mixed emotions because of the transition to another company. I’ll be resigning from my job in a Limited Licensing Company and will transfer to a Freezone …
Vacation Leave after a Year of Work
I can’t believe it’s already been a year since I came to Dubai. Time has flown faster than ever especially now that I’m on vacation leave! I’m happy that somehow, I survived the first year …
Scheduled for a Medical Exam
The other day, my boss told me that I needed to get my medical certificate. I was given a piece of paper with some attached documents. The paper contained an online receipt of the payment …
