Most companies don’t lose candidates in the Middle East – they push them away. Slow hiring, weak communication and no real commitment are the real reasons offers fail in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
In this episode, we expose the brutal truth about hiring in the Middle East – and why European hiring processes collapse in fast-moving GCC markets. If you want to win top tech talent in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh or Doha, this episode is not optional – it’s a wake-up call.

🔎 What you’ll learn in this episode:


Why speed beats brand in the GCC talent market


How WhatsApp recruiting builds trust faster than email


Why salary is not the reason candidates reject your offer


The role of family in relocation decisions – and how to manage it


The real reason behind offer dropouts and ghosting


The 5 rules for winning hiring in the Middle East


How to close candidates before competitors even react



🎙️ Hosted by
Ines Mokrani – Founder & CEO at MatchMaker No.1
Guest: Karim Al Mansouri – Regional Talent Director GCC

🚀 Work with us
MatchMaker No.1 helps companies hire top talent across the Middle East – fast, targeted and relationship-driven.
👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ines-mokrani/

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