Tag: skills

Young People Need Jobs, and So Do Their Parents

Young People Need Jobs, and So Do Their Parents

Efforts to get young people into work should come as part of a wider package of macroeconomic policies. By Mary Kawar and Zafiris Tzannatos The conclusion of yet another successful World Economic Forum in the context of this year’s timely…

digital competitveness

Coding for Kids

The ability to read and write computer code from a young age is becoming increasingly important in our technology-driven age. In an effort to address the need for greater ICT skills in the Middle East, a group of Harvard and…

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…

Standing Out from the Job Hunting Crowd

Anyone attempting to land their dream job can learn a great deal from Nina Mufleh’s experience. By Jane Hosking Sometimes submitting your resume when applying for a job feels more like you are throwing it into a dark abyss where…

Thinking Critically

Last month, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the United States with a group of around 30 women entrepreneurs from across the region. The visit, which was organized by the US State Department and Goldman Sachs aimed to…