More than 60% of professionals in the UAE prefer to be self-employed, according to a survey.
About 56% of professionals in the UAE are looking to start a business, while 24% have tried to start their own business in the past, while only 4% never thought of establishing a new company.
According to the survey conducted by career website Bayt.com and market research agency YouGov, showed 49% of professionals stating personal fulfillment as the primary reason for preferring to be self-employed, while 47% said freedom to choose work-life balance, 47% emerge as the top reasons for preferring to be self-employed. This is followed by the ability to give back to the community (43%) and being one’s own boss 41%.
Ola Haddad, Director of Human Resources at Bayt.com said: “The MENA region is home to a diverse range of entrepreneurs with unique perspectives and experiences. By understanding their views, our latest survey identifies the challenges they face and develop tailored solutions to support their growth and success. Bayt.com is committed to supporting the growth of entrepreneurship in the region by providing startups with access to a vast pool of skilled professionals, as well as offering guidance and resources to help them succeed.”
The survey polled 1,800 respondents from countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, Palestine, Syria, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Sudan among others.
