Get Ready for the Slow down, It’s Ramadan?
There’s been a plethora of emails in my inbox asking if our company will be “business as usual” in Ramadan. While most of our staff will be fasting, Ramadan is usually a productive month, with staff continuing to work on projects, develop content and deliver first class cultural awareness and team building workshops. And if any month is about team building, its Ramadan. If your living and working in the GCC, you already know that businesses adjust during the next 29 or 30 days. But, some businesses are actually busier during this month (including the Arab Culturalist). What these companies have done is think outside of the box. Ask your business these questions and make this Ramadan more productive.
- Can I provide a product that is useful and fits into the Ramadan lifestyle?
- Can I adjust working hours to account for shorter break times for lunch?
- Can I utilize the month for team building, by organizing a Ramadan experience?
- Can I create a team building activity that gives back the community?
- Can you develop a CSR program that takes advantage of the volunteer opportunities available in your city?
Ramadan Kareem!