When it comes to sales, few topics spark more debate than the simple question, “Do salespeople need to be likeable?” Many people say it’s unimportant, while an equal number insist it’s vital.

Each time Dubai’s property market gathers pace, predictions of a looming correction follow. Commentators warn of overbuilding, speculate on demand softening, or call the cycle unsustainable. Yet the city has repeatedly defied these forecasts.

It’s no secret that the UAE has made AI a national priority. In fact, it led the world by appointing a Minister for Artificial Intelligence as far back as 2017, before expanding the role to encompass AI, the digital economy and remote work in 2020.

Online reviews matter, and companies often take extraordinary measures to gain positive reviews and prevent negative feedback. This makes good business sense: a recent study showed that almost three-quarters of consumers read online reviews when they are researching businesses, and a similar number state that these reviews influence their purchasing decisions.

What’s the life expectancy for a child born in 2025? Could today’s newborns be climbing mountains or skiing at 80 and perhaps working until their 90th birthdays?

The frantic scenes often played out on the floors of stock exchanges around the world, with arm-waving dealers shouting ‘Buy!’ and ‘Sell!’, are never seen in real estate investment. This is an altogether slower, more considered market than the trading of stocks and shares.

Over the last decades free zones have been instrumental in helping Dubai attract inward investment. They’ve given foreign investors the ability to set up quickly, hold full ownership and manage cross-border activity from a secure base, but at the same time, they’ve always kept a clear line between these and onshore firms.

When a positive culture runs deep, it permeates every part of an organisation. Its influence is evident in every interaction in healthcare – from a patient’s initial contact with the provider to the organisation’s vision, team morale and overall cohesion. Hospitals stand or fall on their ability to pull all human resources together, with employees

Looking at the top 20 global startup ecosystems, it’s perhaps no surprise that Silicon Valley comes out top, with New York close behind. Other US cities feature prominently, along with European entries from London and Paris. In Asia, Beijing and Tokyo also rank highly.

If you believe the typical media story, it seems that leaders are just born that way – that the truly great CEOs in business have some type of genetic predisposition for being excellent leaders. And while natural talent does play a significant role, becoming a leader is definitely something that can be learned.