At the initial stage of developing Palm Island, the original design presented to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum included around 7 km of beachfront. Sheikh Mohammed challenged this and asked Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, who was leading the project under Nakheel, why the beaches
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One of the most inspiring examples I’ve experienced comes from LUX* Resorts and Hotels, one of the most admired hospitality brands in the destinations we operate. (I am a proud of member of LUX* Resorts and Hotels). Back in 2015/2016, we launched what we then called
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Failure is inevitable. Mistakes happen — even in the best teams and organizations. History shows us that progress is often born from chaos. Innovation, like the first touchscreen smartphones, didn’t happen without countless errors along the way. What mattered wasn’t who made the mistake, but
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Imagine starting your Monday morning with a leader who doesn’t jump straight into tasks, deadlines, and pending items — but instead says: "What a great performance by Arsenal yesterday, you must be thrilled!" and then follows with, "How’s your marathon training going?" That right there is leadership — a
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Leadership is one of the most misunderstood areas in business. Too often, people think it’s only about care, empathy, and compassion. But here’s the hard truth: you can give endless care, empathy, and compassion, yet if your team isn’t producing results, something is missing. They
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Opportunities surround us every single day—it all depends on how we choose to see them. In a world where new ventures and possibilities emerge almost daily, many still fall into the trap of complaining or adopting a victim mindset, believing opportunities are scarce. The truth is,
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True leadership is tested not when things go smoothly, but when we are called to serve selflessly. I’ve had the privilege of leading, hosting, and curating some of the best events Maldives has seen—made possible through the trust of our co-founders, the support of MAHRP and
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During a recent speaking engagement, I faced a challenge in connecting my computer’s audio to the venue’s sound system. When I approached the technician for assistance, his immediate response was, “It’s not possible to connect — your computer has a problem.” I didn’t dwell on
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As leaders, what we get is exactly what we accept. Reading the memoir of Lee Kuan Yew and hearing a story from one of his bodyguards from the early 1980s reminded me how true this principle is. One day, while LKY was on his way to the
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If you’ve ever been to a Starbucks, you’ve probably noticed how they make an effort to get your name and write it on your cup. It may seem simple—sometimes even amusing when the name is misspelled—but here’s what’s fascinating: many of us end up sharing
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