The Middle East is currently a very attractive place for expats who are considering moving from their home countries, with a booming economy and many exciting plans, plus good weather all year round and tax-free salaries, it is no surprise that the region is a sought-after place to live. Whilst the prospect of relocating might …
Often you reach a point in your career where you will make a decision – manage people or continue down a different path. If you are stepping into your first people leadership role it can seem daunting, there doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day to do your own role let alone adding …
You know you are ready for the next chapter in your career, but perhaps you want to take a different path and try something new. The question is, how do you know what you want to do? Here are some tips on figuring out what’s next in your journey. Self-assessment: Take some time to reflect …
The focus on ED&I remains increasingly important to organizations within the Middle East and globally. When you are looking for a new role, there are some steps you can take to understand and recognize if a company actively prioritizes equity, diversity and inclusion as a part of their values and culture. As a starting point, …
So, you have been through the interview process, done all the research and met your potential future colleagues. You have been offered the role, negotiated the package, and accepted your new job. Now it’s time to resign, something that you will have felt confident in doing the whole way through the job search, but that …
The daily grind can, at times, leave you feeling exhausted and stressed. If this is something you experience often, you could be at risk of burnout. Everyone is different and the effects vary between individuals. There are steps you can take before you reach the point of total burnout, and remember you are not alone. …
Do you ever get the feeling that you haven’t quite got it all figured out? You’re surrounded by colleagues or friends who appear to be excelling in ‘adulting’ – achieving goals, realising dreams, and appearing very successful? If this doesn’t sound like the reality for you, maybe it’s time to redefine your goals and rewrite …
You’ve got a new job, you’re full of excitement and enthusiasm. But what happens if, in a few weeks, even months, it’s not working out as planned and things don’t look as you thought they would? Should you resign, or stick it out? What do you do if you experience a personality clash, or the …
The previous article set the scene for asking for help, some of the concerns and mental blockers that can prevent you from moving forward in your new role. When you take on a new professional challenge, there is a sense of pressure to succeed, which comes not only from your own pride and aspirations but …
One of the challenges involved in starting a new job, is that when you feel as though you are struggling, it can be difficult to ask for help. This article will discuss the mental blockers to asking for help, which will lead on to the next where we explore how you can ask for help …
“Do you have any questions for us?” Usually asked at the end of your interview, when you have used all your energy carefully constructing answers to questions and focusing on selling yourself. At this point you simply can’t think of anything you want to know, until you get home and suddenly have 20 questions. By following …
Have you thought about how you would sell yourself professionally if you only had 30 seconds? It doesn’t seem like a long time, yet you can communicate a huge amount of information in 30 seconds! But how can you confidently define and articulate your purpose and your value proposition, through developing a succinct and engaging …
First day nerves are normal, and a good sign! In the words of Michael Jordan; ‘Being nervous isn’t bad. It just means something important is happening’. It’s as applicable in the corporate environment as in the world of sport. In your case, something important is happening – the next chapter in your career. The right …
Any change in life offers a time of reflection, including starting a new job. Last week we explored tips on preparing for your first day, but there is more to preparation than practicing your journey and packing your bag the night before. Reflecting on your ‘work self’ is something that doesn’t happen often – especially …
Whilst some people can work a room effortlessly and positively feed off the experience, for others it feels forced and inauthentic. Hate it or love it, networking can’t always be avoided completely, and so, whatever you feel building your confidence and skills in this area will only ever be a good thing. Whether it is moving …
The only person who will really run your career with your best interests and values at heart is you. You are the CEO of your own career. What does this mean? If you are the CEO of your own career and you expect to gain maximum success and happiness in your role and organisation, then career …
According to a survey by PWC, 77% of Executives say hiring and retaining talent is their most critical growth driver in 2022. Hiring the correct talent isn’t always as easy as it sounds! It goes without saying that there are various challenges to be faced when hiring, here we discuss two key areas in more …
James Douglas Middle East is a fast-growing professional search and consulting firm based in Dubai. Our success stems from a fresh, people centric, attitude whether that be with organisations searching for high-quality talent or individuals looking for their dream job. We deliberately make the time to truly understand everyone’s needs and aspirations to ensure that …
