We are delighted that Haitham will be speaking at our Wellbeing at Work Summit Middle East in February. We caught up with him to find out how he’s feeling in the run up to the summit.
Hi Haitham, we are thrilled you will be speaking at our Wellbeing at Work Middle East Summit in February. Our first and most important question is, how are you doing today?
I am fine. Although the life situation is becoming more challenging, I am still enjoying the journey.
As a leader based in the region, what are the main challenges you are facing when it comes to employee wellbeing?
- Job insecurity
- Workload and time pressure
- Lack of support from managers and colleagues
- Lack of recognition and reward
What strategies have you seen developing over the past 6 months, both internally and externally, that is moving the dial on wellbeing in the workplace?
- Flexible timing and remote work option: especially these days as commuting are becoming more challenging .
- Technology solutions for remote collaboration
- Community and connection activities
- Training and Development: as this creates opportunities for people to grow and stay employable
Why is employee wellbeing so important to you personally?
I am an employee as well and need to maintain my own wellbeing. What applies to me applies to others as well. I need to stay connected to people and work in a good workplace.
What are you most looking forward to about the Summit in February?
I am excited to meet you and other professionals in the market. This energizes me. Sharing knowledge and connecting with people are my highest priorities.
Tell us, what is your vision for the future workplace, in terms of engagement, health and wellbeing?
My vision is to get the buy- in and support from the business leaders to implement wellbeing enhancement initiatives and consider this as a priority.
What areas do you think employers should be focused on over the next 12 months?
Enhancing the emotional intelligence as this is the key for advocating wellbeing at work.
How has your organisation been leading the way?
We, at my organisation, are working hard to implement initiatives which are expected to enhance wellbeing at work. We are still in the middle stage but are working hard to move on with our plan.
Haitham will be speaking will be speaking in Riyadh at the Wellbeing at Work Summit Middle East which takes place both live and in-person in Riyadh and Dubai, and virtually for the wider region. Further details on the Summit can be found here.
