Meeting Location: Starbucks Coffee (Opposite to Burger King) , Hamdan Street Abu Dhabi.

[Liaqat Ali]

Wasta or wasata

 (Arabic: واسْطة) is an Arabic word that loosely translates into nepotism or 'clout

' or 'who you know'. It refers to using one’s connections and/or influence to get things done, including government transactions such as the quick renewal of a passport, waiving of traffic fines, and getting hired for or promoted in a job.

companies in the Arab world rarely have a 'no-nepotism' policy in place, so one can often find a workforce with friends and friends relatives who may or may not be qualified. This takes place in both the public and private sectors.

In many Arab countries wasta affects hiring and promotion decisions. This is not restricted to Arab nationals but is also practised by expatriates who use their connections as wastas.

Let’s meet and discuss, How to improve your Waasta??.

Try to prepare your material in advance for effective discussion.

Meeting Location:  Starbucks Hamdan Street Abu Dhabi.

Date & Time : 6:30 PM, 27-Feb-2015

SMS on 050-4926332 (Ali)

Email : ali...@gmail.com

Regards, 

Ali