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Sustainability Training for the Workplace: Preparing Employees for a Changing Business Landscape

Sustainability is no longer confined to corporate reports or environmental initiatives. It is increasingly shaping how organizations operate, compete, and create long-term value. From climate risks and regulatory requirements to evolving investor expectations, businesses across industries are being pushed to rethink how they manage resources, supply chains, and corporate responsibility. As a result, sustainability is […]

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Is Passion Overrated?

Possessing passion for our work undoubtedly bestows a profound sense of purpose and motivation, driving us to embrace each day with enthusiasm. A sense of purpose and genuine belief in the value of our work are excellent motivators to get us out of bed every day. There is only one problem: such work is typically

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Culture Fit or Culture Faux Pas? The Dangers of Hiring Your Clone

Picture this: You are in the middle of yet another job interview, waiting for the next candidate to walk in. The door opens, and there they are—except it’s not just another candidate. It’s like you are looking at a version of yourself from an alternate reality. Same style, same manners, even the same nervous smile

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Interdisciplinary Solutions for Global Impact: Insights from Ghada Hamouda

In this compelling interview, Ghada Hamouda, Chief Sustainability Officer of Qalaa Holding, discusses the importance of interdisciplinary solutions and programs for global impact, how business schools can prepare students for sustainability challenges in the labor market, and the crucial collaborations needed between business organizations and business schools to bridge the gap in professional skills and

Culture Fit or Culture Faux Pas? The Dangers of Hiring Your Clone

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Unlocking AI’s Potential in Legal Processes

Join Ahmed Bahgat, Legal Advisor and Head of Technology Innovation at the Ministry of Justice, as he discusses the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in legal systems. In this video, Bahgat highlights the importance of AI research in supporting the judicial system and explores how industry collaboration can enhance government efforts in AI integration. He

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The Future of AI and Its Implications: Insights from AUC School of Business’ IT Symposium

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionize numerous sectors, promising increased efficiency, innovation, and personalized experiences. The American University in Cairo (AUC) recently hosted an illuminating IT Symposium, bringing together thought leaders, academics, and industry professionals to discuss the transformative potential of AI and its implications across various fields. The event explored topics such as

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How companies deal with training: the learning and development landscape in Egypt

In a post-COVID, fast-changing world, endless challenges have redefined the dynamics which shape the corporate sector. With the lingering economic uncertainty and inevitable recession, some companies opted for massive cut-offs in the last two years. But that does not resolve the issue of the mismatch between available jobs and available skills. “We are not short

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5 toxic work habits that are predominant in Egypt and how to overcome them

Human beings express a lot more through their behavior rather than their words. We are always communicating some sort of a message to others whether through body language, facial expressions or words. While you don’t need a psychology degree to interpret human behavior, we all need some guidance to comprehend our employers’ and coworkers’ behavior.

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[Infographic] Latest Women on Boards report reflects a positive movement

The women on boards indicator has improved between 2019 and 2020, reflecting a positive movement towards achieving Egypt’s vision 2030 and SDG goals. However, only 13 percent of board members in Egypt are female, compared to an average of 25 percent in Africa, and 17 percent globally. What are other latest figures telling us about

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5 ways to optimize hybrid working arrangements in your business

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, there were already companies employing hybrid teams. These are composed of remote employees, on-site employees, and those who have the flexibility to go to the workplace and do off-site work. This has helped businesses become more agile with the lowered costs and increased productivity that hybrid teams bring. However, managing

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The human resources function: to outsource or not to outsource?

With the noticeable rise of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and startups, many companies consider outsourcing the human resources (HR) function; the most common scheme being the delegation of the entire function or parts of it (like Compensation & Benefits) to a third-party company to run on behalf of the organization. Although outsourcing as a

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Op-ed: The death of performance management

I’m a big consumer of international business publications like Harvard Business Review, the Economist, and the like. For the last few of years, human resources-related content from these and similar sources often discuss issues directly and indirectly related to performance management, and the verdict is in: performance management, as we know it, is simply not

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Sustainability Training for the Workplace: Preparing Employees for a Changing Business Landscape

Is Passion Overrated?

Culture Fit or Culture Faux Pas? The Dangers of Hiring Your Clone

Interdisciplinary Solutions for Global Impact: Insights from Ghada Hamouda

Unlocking AI’s Potential in Legal Processes

The Future of AI and Its Implications: Insights from AUC School of Business’ IT Symposium

How companies deal with training: the learning and development landscape in Egypt

5 toxic work habits that are predominant in Egypt and how to overcome them

[Infographic] Latest Women on Boards report reflects a positive movement

5 ways to optimize hybrid working arrangements in your business

The human resources function: to outsource or not to outsource?

Op-ed: The death of performance management

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