Welcome

This is a blog for business people working, or interested in working, in Doha, Qatar.

This is a site written by people living and working in Qatar, we therefore have local knowledge and local connections. The project is led by Mick "The Maven" (Definition "Maven" Expert; someone who is one of the very best in his or her field. A maven is often someone who is a strong influence on others, or who is driven by helping others and sharing knowledge with them).

Qatar is booming, and Doha has seen many great innovations and successes, we are living up to the strap line for the 2022 World Cup Bid:
'Expect Amazing'.

Hope you enjoy - please give us your feedback.
Please email: info@dqatar.com
Thank You

Saturday, 18 June 2011

Social Media


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I think this will be a continuing series of short updates on this subject - the latest stir has been caused by one internet 'guru' Gary Vaynerchuck who stated that "99.5 % of those who call themselves social media experts are clowns" !  Will it has to be said that in recent years many people have started to market themselves in this way, yet if you examine their credentials you might be surprised!  However, there is much to learn and every day new information on sites, tips and apps to enhance your profile.  The most sensible quote is 'content is king', never forget to ask yourself the question 'why should anyone want to read something you have written?' - whether it is a short tweet, status update or blog.

Hope you have enjoyed reading this! 

Saturday, 11 June 2011

Advance Notice - Qatar Fashion Week - November

Introducing Qatar Fashion Week 2011!

Qatar’s first fashion week, hosted in November 2011, will showcase the ultimate in luxury and haute couture fashion, including the best of international, regional and local fashion designers.  Qatar Fashion Week will continue to position Qatar as a leading cultural hub amongst the Arab nations, driving awareness and prestige through world-class events at an international level.



Sunday, 5 June 2011

Summer Events for Businesses in Doha

We will start to list various activities going on over the Summer months to help those of us still staying through Doha during the Summer.  Please let us know of any activities you know of.

The first news we have is of a programme of summer training activities to be run by QCCD - see below:

Great News for those who are spending their Summer Holidays in Qatar!
Maximize your potential for success. Give your career the cutting edge you deserve.

The Qatar Center for Career Development has great pleasure in announcing our special Summer Courses scheduled to take place in Doha, Qatar, during June, July and August 2011.

So if you are staying back in Qatar during your holidays, this would be an ideal opportunity to benefit from courses designed to give you a competitive edge over others.

Extremely cost‐effective, highly interactive and motivational, these internationally acclaimed and recognized 1‐day courses are useful for anyone at any level aspiring to greater professional success. Please take a few minutes to read the following:

345 Goal Setting and Focus for Success 09th June 07th July  04th August
346 Leadership and Managerial Skills for Career Advancement 10th June 08th July 05th August
347 Problem Solving & Decision Making 16th June 14th July 11th August
348 Time and Stress Management for Personal Effectiveness 17th June 15th July 12th August
349 Effective Presentation Skills 23rd June 21st July 18th August
350 Effective Communication Skills 24th June 22nd July 19th August

Since we will only accept a maximum of 25 delegates per course, places are strictly limited and offered on a first come first serve basis. To avoid disappointment, early booking is strongly recommended.

SPECIAL OFFER: Book your place on any 3 courses, and qualify to attend any 1 of the remaining ABSOLUTELY FREE

For details on course contents, costs, venue and timings please email your query to:
ARSIFEL LEE PONCE, Marketing Executive, at: arsifel.ponce@qccd.net for an immediate response. Conversely, you
may also call ARSIFEL on 00‐974‐33466101 cellular and 00‐0974‐44694848 office