Tag: work

Return on Positivity

More and more organizations are realizing the benefits of creating a positive working environment. By HRH Princess Noor Bint Asem There is a rippling shift in consciousness around the globe, where organizations are increasingly aware of the need to develop…

Time Management

Making the Most of Your Time

That growing pile of work in your in-tray is best tackled with the right time management skills. By Jane Hosking Do you ever feel like you’re not getting as much done with your time as you should? With so many…

refugee crisis

Wasted Youth

Jordan’s economy might be improving, but youth unemployment remains a pressing challenge. By Khalid W. Wazani Every six months, the World Bank publishes the Jordan Economic Monitor. The wide-ranging report provides a snapshot of how the Kingdom’s economy is performing…

Let them Work

Syrians in Jordan could make a huge contribution to the Kingdom’s economy, if only we would let them. By Yusuf Mansur Jordan is hosting around 1.4 million Syrians, almost half of whom are registered as refugees. They can’t remain refugees…

Understanding Millennials

Figuring out what makes millennials tick is key to unlocking their potential as consumers and workers. Millennials seem to be all the rage today. The generation that hit young adulthood around the year 2000 are the holy grail for marketing…

Apps to Boost your Productivity

By Jane Hosking Being at your productive best can be a challenge, especially if you work in a fast-paced and high-pressure line of work. Here are five apps to help you become more organized and efficient. Wunderlist       …

Apps for Working-on-the-Go

Working out of the office or across different locations can be fraught with frustrations. But these five apps should help you become more organized to get your work done regardless of your location. By Jane Hosking LogMeIn Ever forget to bring…

Teamwork Matters

knowing how to build the right team dynamics in the workplace can limit conflict and boost chances of success. By Jane Hosking Let’s face it: working with others isn’t always easy. At some point during your career, you’re sure to…

Bayt’s Ataya: Startups are Key Job Creators

The only way the region can overcome its pressing unemployment challenge is if the startup scene takes off. That was the message Bayt.com Founder and CEO Rabea Ataya had to give to a group of aspiring entrepreneurs at last month’s Startup…