Featured Podcast citizensschool Sep 16, 2024

DisruptEd 002 with Talib Hashim

Welcome to the second episode of DisruptEd, where we explore the future of education through expert conversations on research and real-world applications. Produced by Citizens School, this podcast examines how advancements in learning and teaching are shaping how we prepare learners for tomorrow.

DisruptEd is hosted by Dr. Adil Alzarooni, a serial entrepreneur, lifelong learner, and founder of Citizens School.

In this episode, Founder Dr. Adil Alzarooni sits down with Talib Hashim, Managing Director of TBH Consultancy and a leader in Emiratisation. Together, they dive into the shift from employment to empowerment, the evolving UAE job market, and why preparing Emiratis for entrepreneurship and private sector roles is vital for the nation’s future.

DisruptEd brings you insights into the future of education and entrepreneurship, featuring in-depth conversations with experts on the latest research and real-world applications.

Tune in now to hear how Citizens School and thought leaders like Dr. Adil are reshaping the future of learning. 🎙️

Topics covered 

[00:00] Introduction of Talib Hashim and his Emiratisation efforts.
[01:27] Talib’s shift from employment to empowerment of local talent.
[02:56] Talib’s transition from headhunting to entrepreneurship in advisory services.
[04:51] Changing attitudes towards government and private sector jobs.
[06:17] Influence of family and societal expectations on youth career decisions.
[09:09] The changing public sector job market and its impact on youth job preferences.
[10:33] Historical context of Emirati preferences for public sector employment.
[12:55] The value placed on government jobs for stability and retirement.
[17:26] The challenges and impacts of Emiratization quotas in the private sector.
[21:13] A renewed focus on value creation in Emirati hires, beyond quotas.
[26:06] Enhancing the education system to prepare students for the private sector.
[28:56] Employer feedback on recent graduates.
[39:08] Challenges and opportunities of fostering entrepreneurship in Emiratis.
[56:06] The importance of educating families to support diverse career paths for Emiratis.

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Listen or watch the episode on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favourite podcast platform. As this is a new podcast, we appreciate your feedback and ideas on who to interview next.

To connect with Dr. Adil or Talib, please follow the links below.

Connect with Dr. Adil 
LinkedIn /adilalzarooni
Instagram /dradilalzarooni
TikTok /dradilalzarooni

Connect with Talib
LinkedIn /talibalhashimi
Instagram /therealtalib
TBH Consultancy /tbh