Page 3 - Al-Rashed Newsletter August 2021

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You have been in Al Rashed for more than two decades now, how has
been your experience?
Being a part of Al-Rashed is like being part of something special. The support
from our management is highly appreciated and they believe in what we are
doing, and work is highly recognized and appreciated also. The support from
the colleagues is also highly mentionable. Al-Rashed way of treating
employees gives them the feeling like family members and make them feel
that they are at home. It’s good to check yourself occasionally and ascertain
whether you’re still happy at certain periods of your career. Yet I feel that I’ve
worked with so many clients across diverse industries, and I’ve had such a M M ZULFIKAR ALI
variety of experiences that I’ve never felt the need to pursue a job with another TEAM LEADER- IRAQ DESK
company. It’s the challenge, the excitement and the thrill that get me out of
bed, and that, to me, is the reason why I continue my career journey with Al-
Rashed Family.

If you have to summarize your journey in Al-Rashed, how it would be?
I started my career here in the year 2000, Twenty-one years later and I’m still here. I stayed on my career path
because I love the challenge, the thrill, the work and the people and because Al-Rashed offers one of the most
collaborative cultures I’ve ever experienced.

What is the most fun part of your job?
What I love most about my job is the sense of family around our workplace. The work is hard, no doubt.
Fostering a fun work environment can make your employees less stressed, more productive, more creative, and
more engaged. And in the long run, all of this can have a positive impact on your organization’s bottom line

What are the challenges you come across in your day-to-day task?
According to me, every day is a challenge in life. We are working in the shipping industry and we are in touch
with various clients whole over the world, to cope and deal with them we have to set our mind in an accurate &
precise manner.

The things that you do to unwind after a long and hectic day?
I spend time with my family, grandchildren & friends. Also, I try to find at least one hour for walking and exercise.

What are the major changes you have seen in yourself after working for Al Rashed?
As time flies, we can see many changes in life, The main changes for me were Al-Rashed teaching me the
various lessons in life mainly patience and maturity. In my perspective, these two things are the main factors
influencing a person’s life present and future.

What one thing do you believe that can be done differently in our company?
Everything is well organized in our company. In my 21 years of journey, I never felt there is something that
should be done differently. Our management takes care of everything even our family members. The best
example is Al Rashed’s prompt help in providing the COVID vaccine to all employees and their family members.
I am proud to be a part of this prestigious company.

INTERVIEWED BY NASEEMA KHAN