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Seminars

Handshaikh offers various types of training, see here for an overview.

Typical Programme

Handshaikh offers face-to-face lectures in your boardroom or local hotel worldwide as well as on-line, self-paced events, see here.

If you ask the following questions a Handshaikh event is for you!

  • How should I behave and what should I wear?
  • Aren’t Arabs all the same?
  • How can I understand Gulf protocol and personal etiquette?
  • What do Wasta, Fatwa and Jehaad mean?
  • What do ‘The GCC’, ‘The Magreb’ and ‘The Levant’ mean? Where are they?
  • What are the basics of Islam?
  • How do I address and write to an Arab business leader?
  • I’m a business woman – what should I wear in the Gulf?
  • I’m giving a presentation in the Gulf; what’s important to an Arab audience?
  • Why do meetings with Arabs often fail to take place?
  • What about Race, Gender, Same-sex and Safety issues?
  • Why are Muslim names so confusing?
  • Should Ms Smith offer her hand for Mr Abdullah to shake?
  • Can I serve wine if Arabs/Muslims are present?
  • How do I negotiate? – how will they negotiate?
  • How do I chase Arab debtors?
  • How should I select the right people for work in or with the Gulf? – what are the main attributes needed?

Example programme

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A pdf of a typical on-site or online programme is here.

I just wanted to say what a fantastic presentation you gave last week. It was truly enlightening and opened our eyes to a whole new and interesting world.

TA

An excellent introduction to the pitfalls, challenges, and potential frustrations of doing business in the Gulf

AK

[He] is highly personable and demonstrates gravitas and understanding without arrogance

BD

[He] has a wealth of Arab knowledge and expertise

TB

A very useful session

RP

Don’t go to the airport unless you have read the book and attended [one of] these sessions!

AD

Very good stuff!

EA

Rid me of some pre-conceived ideas

AA