Dubai Decoded
Cultural Intelligence Strategies for Thriving in Dubai
By Emma Jordaan
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Dubai is a city like no other – a fast-paced, multicultural hub where opportunity and diversity meet at every turn. But behind the glittering skyline and global business deals lies a crucial truth: success in Dubai isn’t just about what you know. It’s about how well you understand the people around you.
That’s where Dubai Decoded comes in.
Written by Cultural Intelligence expert Emma Jordaan, this practical and thought-provoking book helps you navigate the rich, complex cultural landscape of Dubai – whether you're new to the region or looking to deepen your impact here.
From the boardroom to the majlis, from client meetings to team dynamics, Dubai Decoded explores how Cultural Intelligence (CQ) can be your most powerful professional advantage.
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What’s Inside:
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Real-life stories and lessons learned from over a decade of working in Dubai
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Practical strategies to navigate cultural differences in business and leadership
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Insights into how cultural values shape communication, trust, and collaboration
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Tools to help you build stronger relationships with clients, colleagues, and communities
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A roadmap for building your own CQ so you can thrive in any setting
Whether you’re an executive, entrepreneur, expat, or emerging leader, this book is your field guide to understanding Dubai’s unique cultural DNA — and how to work with it, not against it.
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About the Author
Founder and CEO of Infinite Consulting, a training consultancy that Cultural Training and coaching. Emma is a thought leader in Cultural Intelligence (CQ), a field dedicated to understanding and improving cross-cultural interactions in global and diverse environments. Emma is a CQ Fellow, part of an elite group of global experts specialising in the application of Cultural Intelligence. Emma has been a Keynote Speaker at major events such as Gitex, HRSE and the L&D Summit and been featured in numerous Middle East business publications such as Gulf Business Leaders & Middle East Consultant Magazines, along with appearances on DubaiEye 103.8 radio station. Emma is also the co-host of The HR & CQ Show podcast, where she discusses HR trends and cultural intelligence in the UAE.
