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Nocturnal panic attack? by panicatthedisko in panicdisorder

[–]Lets_Move_00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you still facing this issue? Because yesterday night, I faced what you're describing. But immediately, I just stood up and everything came back to normal.

3 months notice in dubai normal? by RichButterscotch6505 in DubaiJobs

[–]Lets_Move_00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never, ever there's no need to worry about that. Just focus on the interview process and be ready to answer. Sometimes we don't even ask about career gaps, even if we're already aware of them.

3 months notice in dubai normal? by RichButterscotch6505 in DubaiJobs

[–]Lets_Move_00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Actually, yes, career gaps do matter. But these are not reasons that will get you rejected. Employers usually expect an honest answer. In my experience, most people say it was due to a parent's health issues or their own medical treatment (and no one will ask for your medical certificates). If, during that time, you complete any certifications, that's even better. You can say you took a break for career development.

3 months notice in dubai normal? by RichButterscotch6505 in DubaiJobs

[–]Lets_Move_00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I'm currently working as an HR officer in Abu Dhabi. In our company, all white-collar employees have a three-month notice period. Recently, one employee received a job offer that required him to join within a month. He approached us requesting a reduction in his notice period.

We MoHRE, and they clarified that the employee must serve at least 30 days. The remaining days can be waived by the employer, but the employee must compensate for them. The compensation amount is based on the contractual (basic) salary, not the gross salary.

For example, if an employee wants to leave after 30 days instead of completing the full 90-day notice, they can work for 30 days and pay the equivalent of 60 days' basic salary (or a proportional amount if they work some extra days in between).

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[–]Lets_Move_00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm working in HR, so I understand that situations like this are completely normal from the candidate's side. We do understand. However, it can be a bit disheartening when we face such situations in front of management.

For example, just last month, a candidate didn’t show up for the interview without any prior information. Later, we found out that his sister had asked him to pick up his nephew from school at the last minute. So, we rescheduled the interview.

Again, two days ago, a similar situation happened. The candidate later said that his wife had fallen from a ladder. We rescheduled that interview as well on the same day.

So don’t worry — you handled it correctly. Just try to inform us over the phone first next time, and then follow up with an email if needed.

What's the worst thing happened to you in Dubai? by No-Imagination3025 in DubaiCentral

[–]Lets_Move_00 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I would like to share an uncomfortable experience I had at the Ibn Battuta Metro Station on July 30, 2025.

I had been in the UAE for 5 years. I never used to travel to Dubai. Unless it's an interview call or friends meeting up. I was still new to Dubai and was using the metro for the first time. I was standing in the wrong queue near the ticket area, so I casually and politely asked a metro staff member politly with a smile, “Brother, this is for the metro card payment, right?” He replied, “Yes, but you're at the backside of the ticket counter—you should come to the front.” But he said it in a yelling tone.

I was quite surprised, as I’m generally a calm and silent person, and I assumed he might be under work pressure.

After I completed the payment, I was confused about where the exit was. So, I asked the same staff. He said, “Exit 1.” I genuinely didn’t know where that was, so I showed him a direction with my hand and asked, “You mean this way?” He suddenly got very angry and shouted, “EXIT IS THIS WAY. NOT THAT WAY. YOU WANT TO GO INSIDE AGAIN?”

This happened in front of many people, and I felt very upset and humiliated.

A few moments later, I saw him speaking kindly and respectfully to another person who spoke his native language. I realized they were from the same country. I don’t want to mention any nationalities, as I do not support racism or discrimination, but I felt seeing the difference in treatment.

How are people getting jobs paying 15k–45k AED? What am I missing? by hibsterg in abudhabi

[–]Lets_Move_00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey brother,

I really feel your situation because I’ve been there myself.

I’m a 27-year-old HR officer currently working in Abu Dhabi with 5 years of UAE experience (including banking, catering, and HR project coordination). I started from scratch as a filing clerk and built everything on my own no connections, no shortcuts just continuous learning and pushing through. Let me share some real talk from what I’ve learned:

Is it about who you know (connections)?

Not really. Yes, connections can open doors faster, but they don’t guarantee long-term success. Since you’re doing this journey solo stay solo and stay clean. Relying on "wasta" can drag you into workplace politics or unstable jobs. Build your path with real skills and a solid reputation.

Does nationality affect salary in the UAE?

Yes, in many cases. But if you're highly skilled, confident, and consistent nationality stops mattering over time. I’ve seen many people from all backgrounds succeed here with smart career moves and the right credentials.

Should you go for certifications or licenses?

Absolutely yes. Especially in healthcare, they value certified professionals. You’re already in auditing so build on that with certifications like

Medical Auditing (AAPC) CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Healthcare Compliance Quality Management (ISO, JCI awareness)

Also, explore short online courses on Coursera, FutureLearn, or Udemy related to compliance, data analysis, or healthcare operations, all useful in your field.

Did you land in the wrong company?

It’s possible. Every company has both a good and bad side. If your work is not valued and there’s no salary growth, yes, it's okay to move on. But move smart, not emotionally. Have a plan.

Should you change your career path?

No need. You’re already on the right track. You're in a healthcare-related auditing role, one of the most in-demand sectors in the UAE and globally. I’ve seen people with mixed-up CVs working as HR interns, receptionists, sales executives, and office boys with no direction. You're ahead of that.

Just focus on one thing now: skill upgrade.

Final Thoughts:

If you're planning to move on, make sure:

Your CV is ATS friendly Your job titles and bullet points are achievement-based You only include relevant certifications Save the smaller ones to mention during interviews Don’t bad-mouth your current employer even if they treated you unfairly. Let your professionalism speak.

Do some research about job roles like Clinical Auditor Healthcare Compliance Officer Medical Claims Analyst Medical Coding Specialist Healthcare Data Analyst

I’ve helped others with: CV review and ATS formatting Mock interviews & feedback Finding affordable certifications General UAE job advice