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Afternoons with Helen Farmer

Do young graduates have what it takes to succeed in the workforce?

1 hour 22 minutes | Tuesday, 7 July 2026

That's the question Helen put to Dr. Sonia Ben Jaafar of the Al Ghurair Foundation. HR expert Avtar Gill weighs in on today's graduates and employees who are technically excellent - but have a poor attitude. Dr. Thoraiya and Helen do a deep dive into life as an expat - and what lessons we can learn by being away from home. Plus, husband and wife Sarah and Ahmed tell us the story behind Chill Me Worlds, a community that wants to see genuine friendships form in the UAE. And finally, Rhiannon Downie Hurst of Bride Club ME shares some wedding trends this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do young graduates have what it takes to succeed in the workforce?
Afternoons with Helen Farmer

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