The HR Sisters Podcast

S and K HR Consulting
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Hosted by 2 real life sisters, The HR Sisters Podcast is the UAE's 1st HR Podcast is about the intersection of HR and the UAE's unique business environment. Through the podcast, we want to offer practical, real-world HR solutions tailored specifically for businesses based in the UAE to help them: - Build High-Performing Teams - Create Great Workplaces - Ensure Labour Law Compliance and - Provide a Positive Employment Experience Our mission is to deliver actionable insights and expert advice on HR practices that drive business success in the UAE.

  1. FEB 10

    The RISK with Owner-Dependent Businesses

    Founder-dependent businesses can’t scale. In this case study, we walk through how we helped a healthcare business in Dubai rapidly scale. We did this by building leadership capability, implementing structured HR systems and eventually removing owner dependency. This allowed the business to secure over $1M in investment and scale to multiple locations, both inside & outside UAE. If you are preparing for business expansion, external investment, or rapid growth, this approach matters. ✅ FOLLOW US: S&K HR Consulting: /thehrsisters ➕ ADDITIONAL REFERENCE LINKS: FREE HR Templates: https://snk.ae/library/ S&K Digital Product Store: https://beacons.ai/snk.hrconsulting Get Insights & Tips from our blogs: https://snk.ae/blog/ Join Our Free Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3038060276290163/ 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe to The HR Sisters for more HR & payroll insights in the UAE. Chapters: 00:00 Why Success Didn’t Equal Scalability 01:12 Founder Dependency and Growth Limits 03:30 Building a Leadership Layer 05:45 HR Systems for Scale 08:20 Rethinking Onboarding in Healthcare 10:45 Performance, Investors, and Predictability 13:40 Communication During Change 15:30 Where the Business Is Today Keywords / Tags: healthcare business growth Dubai, scaling healthcare UAE, founder dependency, healthcare HR strategy, employee retention healthcare, leadership development UAE, HR systems for scale, healthcare compliance UAE, business expansion GCC, people systems healthcare, healthcare investment readiness Hashtags: #HealthcareBusinessDubai #ScalingHealthcare #HRStrategyUAE #EmployeeRetention #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessExpansionUAE #FounderDependency #HealthcareHR #GCCBusinessGrowth

    6 min

  2. JAN 27

    A Real HR Case Study. Building Across ADGM and DIFC Simultaneously

    Multi-jurisdiction setups are often complicated to establish.This financial investment company launched across DIFC and ADGM simultaneously without any operational friction. In this case study, we walk through how a UK-based financial investment firm successfully entered two UAE jurisdictions—DIFC in Dubai and ADGM in Abu Dhabi—at the same time, with a unified HR framework designed for clarity, consistency, and scalable growth. If you are planning a UAE expansion or multi-jurisdiction setup, this approach matters. ✅ FOLLOW US:S&K HR Consulting: /thehrsisters ➕ ADDITIONAL REFERENCE LINKS:FREE HR Templates: https://snk.ae/library/S&K Digital Product Store: https://beacons.ai/snk.hrconsultingGet Insights & Tips from our blogs: https://snk.ae/blog/Join Our Free Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3038060276290163/ 🎓 Join the UAE HR Setup Webinar Waitlist:https://forms.office.com/r/qYdmsMHYFs 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe to The HR Sisters for more HR & payroll insights in the UAE.

    5 min

  3. JAN 19

    Case Study: Managing an Oil & Gas Acquisition Without Losing Talent

    Employee transitions make or break acquisitions! In this case study, we walk through how a complex Oil & Gas acquisition achieved 100% employee retention through clear planning, individualised plans, communication, trust-led leadership, and structured people-transition strategy. Chapters: 00:00 The Surge of Business in Dubai 00:56 Case Study: Acquisition in the Oil and Gas Sector 02:24 Transitioning Teams: Strategies for Success 05:02 Onboarding and Employee Experience 06:24 Lessons Learned from the Acquisition Process 💻REGISTER YOUR INTEREST (FOR THE WEBINAR) https://forms.office.com/r/qYdmsMHYFs ✅ FOLLOW US: S&K HR Consulting: /thehrsisters ➕ ADDITIONAL REFERENCE LINKS: FREE HR Templates: https://snk.ae/library/ S&K Digital Product Store: https://beacons.ai/snk.hrconsulting Get Insights & Tips from our blogs: https://snk.ae/blog/ Join Our Free Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/Vjd4KvoxM3xFY4iz/ 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe to The HR Sisters for more HR & payroll insights in the UAE. Keywords / Tags: company acquisition Dubai, employee transition UAE, visa transfer duringacquisition, Dubai labor law acquisitions, HR setup after acquisition,company takeover employee rights, business acquisition UAE process, oiland gas acquisition Dubai, employee sponsorship transfer, UAEemployment law changes, company merger Dubai, acquisition HRcompliance, Dubai business acquisition guide, employee retention duringacquisition Hashtags: #CompanyAcquisitionDubai #EmployeeTransitionUAE #DubaiLaborLaw#VisaTransferUAE #HRGuideDubai #UAEEmploymentLaw#BusinessAcquisitionUAE #EmployeeRightsDubai #CompanyMergerDubai#HRComplianceUAE

    8 min

  4. 11/12/2025

    UAE Labour Law LEAVE Types Explained | Annual, Sick, Maternity, Parental Leave & More

    This comprehensive episode breaks down every aspect of managing employee time off, ensuring your company policies are 100% compliant. We cover key operational challenges, including: 1. Public Holidays 2. Annual Leave 3. Sick Leave 4. Maternity Leave 5. Parental Leave 6. Bereavement Leave 7. National Service Leave Watch this entire guide to solidify your understanding of every leave type and ensure you are compliant with the UAE Labour Law. KEY POINTS & TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction: Why Understanding UAE Leave is Essential (Vacation, Time Away) 0:29 - Public Holidays in the UAE (Religious vs. National, Announcement Process) 2:29 - Annual Leave Entitlement & The "Magic Number" (30 Calendar Days) 2:56 - Calendar Days vs. Working Days: Understanding Leave Utilization 4:40 - Annual Leave & Public Holidays: Do you get a day in lieu? 5:03 - Annual Leave Accrual & Leave Encashment (Cash Value of Annual Leave) 6:45 - Recovery of Over-Utilized Leave (What happens if an employee leaves early?) 7:59 - When is an Employee Eligible to take Leave? (Post-Probation Rules) 8:43 - Leave Accrual if an Employee Leaves Before 1 Year (The 2-day rule) 9:13 - Sick Leave / Sickness Absence Rules (90-Day Entitlement Breakdown) 9:42 - Sick Leave Pay Structure (Full Pay, Half Pay, Unpaid) 10:12 - Termination During Sick Leave (Wrongful Termination Warning) 11:32 - Maternity Leave Entitlement (60 Days: Full Pay & Half Pay Breakdown) 12:42 - Nursing/Breastfeeding Breaks for Returning Mothers 13:08 - Parental Leave in the UAE (5 Working Days, Mother or Father) 14:05 - Study Leave (10 Days, Eligibility) 14:37 - Bereavement Leave (Compassionate Leave: 5 Days vs. 3 Days) 14:55 - National Service Sabbatical (For Emirati Nationals) ✅ FOLLOW US: S&K HR Consulting: https://www.instagram.com/thehrsisters/ ➕ ADDITIONAL REFERENCE LINKS: FREE HR Templates: https://snk.ae/library/ S&K Digital Product Store: https://beacons.ai/snk.hrconsulting Get Insights & Tips from our blogs - https://snk.ae/blog/ Join Our Free Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/share/Vjd4KvoxM3xFY4iz/ 🔔 Like, comment, and follow to The HR Sisters for more HR & payroll insights in the UAE. UAE Labour Law Leave Entitlements Annual Leave UAE HR Policy Sick Leave UAE Compliance Maternity Leave UAE private sector Parental Leave UAE UAE Public Holidays UAE Leave Accrual calculation Bereavement Leave UAE Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 Leave Encashment Payroll uae labour law,uae leave policy,annual leave uae,sick leave uae,maternity leave uae,parental leave uae,uae public holidays,uae leave entitlements,uae labour law 2024,leave accrual uae,leave encashment uae,bereavement leave uae,study leave uae,uae hr,dubai labour law,abu dhabi labour law,federal decree law 33 of 2021,uae employment law,private sector leave uae,uae sick leave pay #UAELabourLaw #AnnualLeaveUAE #MaternityLeaveUAE #HRLaw #UAE

    15 min

  5. 10/28/2025

    Decoding Gen Z in the Workplace: Redefining Work, Leadership & Loyalty | Season 2 Finale

    Are we truly ready for Gen Z in the workplace? In this season finale, we bring together three dynamic Gen Z professionals to explore how this new generation is reshaping work culture, leadership, and the meaning of loyalty in modern organisations. From being labeled as lazy to being workflow efficient, Gen Zers share their unfiltered views on: What employers misunderstand about their generation Why flexibility, purpose, and transparency matter more than titles How technology, convenience, and curiosity define their work ethics The truth about job-hopping, “lazy” innovation, and work-life balance How leaders can truly connect with and retain Gen Z talent This conversation dives deep into the evolution of work from hustle culture to intelligent productivity and challenges leaders to rethink how they engage the leaders of tomorrow. ✅ FOLLOW US: S&K HR Consulting: https://www.instagram.com/thehrsisters/ ➕ ADDITIONAL REFERENCE LINKS: FREE HR Templates: https://snk.ae/library/ S&K Digital Product Store: https://beacons.ai/snk.hrconsulting Get Insights & Tips from our blogs - https://snk.ae/blog/ Join Our Free Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/share/Vjd4KvoxM3xFY4iz/ Keywords gen z in the workplace managing gen z employees gen z work culture gen z vs millennials future of work 2025 workplace leadership trends how to attract gen z talent employee engagement 2025 hybrid work culture retaining young employees gen z podcast discussion workplace communication gaps Tags Gen Z in the workplace, Gen Z employees, managing Gen Z, Gen Z work culture, future of work, leadership trends, employee engagement, hybrid workplace, Gen Z mindset, modern workforce, work-life balance, Gen Z podcast, attracting young talent, Gen Z values, Gen Z communication, retaining Gen Z, future leaders, Gen Z behavior, company culture, HR podcast Hashtags #GenZ #FutureOfWork #Leadership #WorkCulture #Podcast #HRPodcast #WorkLifeBalance #EmployeeEngagement #GenZInTheWorkplace #ModernLeadership #WorkplaceTrends #GenZMindset #HybridWork #CareerGrowth #YoungLeaders #WorkplaceInnovation

    53 min

  6. 10/07/2025

    UAE Working Hours Explained: What the Labour Law Really Says

    What are the legal working hours in the UAE? Do you need to follow a 6-day, 48-hour work week? Let’s break down exactly what the UAE Labor Law says about working hours, working days, and break times. In this video, we explain the standard legal requirements for work hours in the UAE—including the maximum allowed weekly hours, break entitlements, and common business practices like 5-day workweeks, 4.5-day weeks, and more. Whether you're an employer setting up a company or an employee trying to understand your rights, this is a must-watch for anyone working in the UAE. 📌 Key Points Covered in the Video UAE labor law: standard 48-hour, 6-day work week Breaks: 1 hour total per day (no separate lunch hour) No employee should work more than 5 hours without a break Many companies follow 5-day or 4.5-day weeks Legal flexibility around which days count as workdays Weekly rest day is mandatory (minimum 1 per week) Why companies offer shorter workweeks to attract talent Examples of working week setups in UAE companies ✅ FOLLOW US: S&K HR Consulting: https://www.instagram.com/thehrsisters/ ➕ ADDITIONAL REFERENCE LINKS: FREE HR Templates: https://snk.ae/library/ S&K Digital Product Store: https://beacons.ai/snk.hrconsulting Get Insights & Tips from our blogs - https://snk.ae/blog/ Join Our Free Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/share/Vjd4KvoxM3xFY4iz/ 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe to The HR Sisters for more HR & payroll insights in the UAE. Top Searched Keywords UAE working hours labor law UAE work week rules Working days in UAE UAE labor law 2025 Break time rules UAE labor law UAE legal working hours How many hours to work in UAE UAE 4 day work week UAE HR compliance Setting work schedules in UAE Tags UAE working hours, UAE labor law 2025, UAE work week, working days in UAE, break time rules UAE, UAE HR compliance, UAE employment law, legal work hours UAE, 4-day workweek UAE, UAE HR setup, UAE payroll rules, employee rights UAE, HR in UAE, UAE rest day law, Dubai working hours, Abu Dhabi labor law, UAE 48 hour week, reduced workweek UAE, UAE HR guide, UAE labor law explained #UAELaborLaw #WorkingHoursUAE #HRinUAE #UAEWorkWeek #EmployeeRightsUAE

    3 min

  7. 09/16/2025

    Emergency Planning for Businesses: Essential HR Strategies to Prepare for Any Crisis

    In this episode of the HR Sisters Podcast, we dive into emergency planning from an HR perspective, focusing on how businesses can prepare for unexpected disruptions like Covid-19 and other emergencies. Learn how to identify risks, build effective emergency teams, and implement protocols that protect both your employees and your business continuity. Whether you’re managing a small office or a large multinational, these practical tips will help you stay prepared and responsive in any crisis. What You’ll Learn: • What constitutes an emergency and how to classify its scale • Examples of minor and major emergencies in different business environments • The importance of risk assessment tailored to your organization • How to build a core emergency response team and define clear roles • Creating and maintaining updated emergency contact lists, including embassy info • Developing step-by-step emergency response procedures and communication trees • The role of HR in managing emotional impact and employee well-being during crises • Best practices for drills, backups, and continuous improvement of emergency plans • Handling complex scenarios like expatriate risks, evacuations, and business continuity • The significance of having an emergency fund and support systems in place If you want to safeguard your business and employees from unforeseen emergencies, this Podcast offers essential HR insights and actionable steps to get started today. If you're planning to expand your business to the UAE or are in the early stages of setting up, this podcast is packed with valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of HR in a new market. ✅ FOLLOW US: S&K HR Consulting: https://www.instagram.com/thehrsisters/ ➕ ADDITIONAL REFERENCE LINKS: FREE HR Templates: https://snk.ae/library/ S&K Digital Product Store: https://beacons.ai/snk.hrconsulting Get Insights & Tips from our blogs - https://snk.ae/blog/ Join Our Free Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/share/Vjd4KvoxM3xFY4iz/ Top Searched Keywords: emergency planning for business HR emergency planning business continuity plan crisis management HR employee safety plan workplace emergency response expatriate risk management COVID-19 business preparedness HR crisis communication emergency preparedness checklist Tags: emergency planning, HR emergency response, business continuity, workplace safety, crisis management, employee well-being, expatriate risk, COVID-19 preparedness, emergency contact list, communication tree, risk assessment, HR protocols, business disruption, emergency drills, emergency fund, disaster recovery, HR leadership, crisis communication, SME emergency plan, Dubai business safety #EmergencyPlanning #BusinessContinuity #HRCrisisManagement #WorkplaceSafety #EmployeeWellbeing

    37 min

  8. 09/13/2025

    How to Avoid Hefty WPS Fines in UAE | Payroll Services Dubai & Abu Dhabi

    What exactly is the Wages Protection System (WPS), and how does it impact your business in the UAE? 🏢 The objective of WPS was to safeguard private sector and provide a secure, efficient and robust mechanism to streamline the timely payment of employee salaries. In this video, we break down everything you need to know about WPS—how it works, who it applies to, and why it's essential for ensuring your business complies with UAE labour laws. Let us know if you have any specific questions - pop it in the comments below! 💼 Watch now to make sure your business is compliant! 🎥 Connect With Us: Elrona Silba D’Souza: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elrona-dsouza/ Desma D’Souza: www.linkedin.com/in/desmarovinadsouza Learn More: https://snk.ae/ Additional Reference Links: Free Templates: https://snk.ae/library/ Recruitment Process: https://www.instagram.com/p/C5FlYrVJl7a/ S&K HR Consulting Store: https://beacons.ai/snk.hrconsulting Legal Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for general informational purposes only and is based on laws and regulations that are current at the time of recording and release. Legal requirements may change over time, and we do not guarantee that the information remains accurate or applicable after this video's publication. Always consult with a qualified legal professional for advice specific to your situation and jurisdiction.

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Hosted by 2 real life sisters, The HR Sisters Podcast is the UAE's 1st HR Podcast is about the intersection of HR and the UAE's unique business environment. Through the podcast, we want to offer practical, real-world HR solutions tailored specifically for businesses based in the UAE to help them: - Build High-Performing Teams - Create Great Workplaces - Ensure Labour Law Compliance and - Provide a Positive Employment Experience Our mission is to deliver actionable insights and expert advice on HR practices that drive business success in the UAE.

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  • Creator
    S and K HR Consulting
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © S and K HR Consulting
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    The HR Sisters Podcast