This document discusses nepotism in the United Arab Emirates. It defines nepotism as favoring family and friends for jobs. The document states that nepotism is a problem in the UAE, leading to unqualified workers getting jobs easily and higher unemployment. It provides a quote about how nepotism can help one's career if they have connections. The negative effects of nepotism are discussed, such as employee dissatisfaction and lack of motivation. Specific examples from the UAE are given showing how nepotism can hurt business performance. Solutions proposed include fair hiring practices and developing employee skills.

1. NEPOTISM IN
THE UAE
Done by:
Salamah
Alnuaimi

2. QUOTE BY
LAUREN KUNZE
"Nepotism can get you very far in the
world if you’ve got the right
connections."

3. DEFINITION OF
NEPOTISM
The custom of those in positions
of power or authority to favor
family members or friends by
providing them with jobs with
ease.

4. NEPOTISM IN
THE UAE
The problem in the United Arab Emirates
community because of the unfair
advantages creating a higher percentage
of unqualified workers.

5. WHAT ARE
THE CAUSES
OF NEPOTISM? People wanting easier access to
well-paying jobs for their friends
and relatives.

6. WORDS FROM AN
EMIRATI BUSINESS MAN
According to Emirati businessman
Mishal Kanoo, it is not acceptable
to live off the work of your own
family.

7. NEGATIVE AFFECTS
UNEMPLOYMENT DISSATISFACTION
OF EMPLOYEES
EMPLOYEES NOT
MOTIVATED TO
WORK
LOSE TOP
TALENTS

8. SPECIFC
EXAMPLE
In 2019, there was a drop in
revenue of family businesses in
UAE compared with the revenue
in 2016 because of
mismanagement of the people
not qualified for the position.

9. HOW TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE
Fair recruiting and selection should be developed to
solve the issue of unemployment.
An organized and systematic procedure for the hiring
process.
Employees evaluation and promotion.
Students should be equipped with the qualifications
needed by the company to make themselves
competitive in the workforce.

10. CONCLUSION

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