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3 Jordanian companies leading the way to a greener future
3 Jordanian companies leading the way to a greener future
In today’s world, where environmental challenges are more critical than ever, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role…
Bank al Etihad
Feb 29
How supporting local businesses creates a ripple effect
How supporting local businesses creates a ripple effect
In today’s globalised world, it’s easy to overlook the companies in our own backyard. However, we can make a significant difference within…
Bank al Etihad
Nov 23, 2023
7 benefits of embracing green practices in your business
7 benefits of embracing green practices in your business
Companies worldwide are actively transitioning to green practices, recognising the severity of the climate crisis and its widespread…
Bank al Etihad
Nov 15, 2023
What every SME founder needs to know
What every SME founder needs to know
As a bank, we know firsthand how overwhelming it can be to set up a business. From planning to execution, there are many decisions to make…
Bank al Etihad
May 24, 2023
5 Jordanian companies that were resilient during COVID-19
5 Jordanian companies that were resilient during COVID-19
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) make up the majority of private companies in Jordan and employ more than half of Jordan’s…
Bank al Etihad
Nov 24, 2022
7 steps to turn your hobby into a business
7 steps to turn your hobby into a business
Maybe you bake, design jewellery, or make candles from scratch to fill your free time or because you enjoy working with your hands.
Bank al Etihad
Nov 17, 2022
Meet Ilhem: A Shorouq Comeback Program graduate
Meet Ilhem: A Shorouq Comeback Program graduate
Ilhem Souahla is a 2019 graduate of Bank al Etihad’s Shorouq Comeback Program.
Bank al Etihad
Oct 12, 2022
3 sectors that thrived during the pandemic
3 sectors that thrived during the pandemic
Thousands of businesses around the world lost billions of dollars in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis. But some industries benefitted…
Bank al Etihad
Sep 29, 2022
8 money management tips for small businesses
8 money management tips for small businesses
Have you ever wondered why some businesses succeed while others fail even though both have bright management teams, passionate employees…
Bank al Etihad
Aug 3, 2022
Siwar’s journey with Shorouq
Siwar’s journey with Shorouq
Siwar has been a certified yoga teacher for a few years now. For her, helping people improve their overall health and providing them with a…
Bank al Etihad
Jul 20, 2022
Bunni talks brand, beans and business
Bunni talks brand, beans and business
The coffee world has significantly shifted over the past 20 years. Coffee has become a specialty rather than just a commodity. For some…
Bank al Etihad
Mar 31, 2022
When should businesses pay the bank a visit?
When should businesses pay the bank a visit?
What we love most about banks is the diversification embedded in them. Whether it’s the multitude of services they offer or the customer…
Bank al Etihad
Mar 12, 2022
Remote but motivated: The #WorkFromHome solution
Remote but motivated: The #WorkFromHome solution
Numerous studies have shown that employees benefit their companies when working remotely, whether through increased productivity…
Bank al Etihad
Dec 8, 2021
Pivoting: When and how to do it effectively
Pivoting: When and how to do it effectively
Changing the direction of your business model can range from introducing a new product or service all the way to switching the industry in…
Bank al Etihad
Oct 13, 2021
Signs that your startup is ready for shutdown?
Signs that your startup is ready for shutdown?
Most successful entrepreneurs have at least one story of how they started a promising business which then hit a downward spiral and…
Bank al Etihad
Aug 25, 2021
How do businesses use data to enhance competitiveness?
How do businesses use data to enhance competitiveness?
Big data is the new competitive advantage for companies of any size. It can help you to observe customer behavior, understand customer…
Bank al Etihad
Aug 5, 2021
What kind of payment channels are available for businesses?
What kind of payment channels are available for businesses?
Jordan is striving to advance its payment landscape to make sure businesses can streamline their operations and operate efficiently.
Bank al Etihad
Jul 8, 2021
Business models that thrived during lockdown
Business models that thrived during lockdown
The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken the world from both the demand and supply sides, hammering industries from manufacturing to advertising to…
Bank al Etihad
Jun 22, 2021
The MVP: How do you know your product is ready?
The MVP: How do you know your product is ready?
One of the more expensive mistakes that traditional entrepreneurs make is spend years developing a product, perfecting every little aspect…
Bank al Etihad
May 18, 2021
3 scaling strategies for your start-up
3 scaling strategies for your start-up
Every start-up’s dream is to scale up the business at light speed. But what many businesses realize late in the game is that it takes…
Bank al Etihad
May 5, 2021
Entrepreneurial mindset: 6 characteristics to cultivate
Entrepreneurial mindset: 6 characteristics to cultivate
Success in entrepreneurship starts with having a big dream. While there is a balance between being realistic and going after your goals…
Bank al Etihad
Mar 30, 2021
Reskill & upskill: Tackling the post-COVID challenge
Reskill & upskill: Tackling the post-COVID challenge
The increase in digitisation worldwide has created an urgent need to reskill redundant staff and upgrade skills across the board.
Bank al Etihad
Mar 4, 2021
Understanding and using a Letter of Credit
Understanding and using a Letter of Credit
If you’re an entrepreneur and a business owner, chances are you may have had to export a large number of items or import big machinery…
Bank al Etihad
Feb 24, 2021
How consumer behaviour is expected to change post COVID-19
How consumer behaviour is expected to change post COVID-19
Jordanian consumers are changing the way they spend and behave in the wake of the lockdown and social distancing imposed during the…
Bank al Etihad
Jan 25, 2021
How COVID-19 is impacting e-commerce in Jordan
How COVID-19 is impacting e-commerce in Jordan
The pandemic has triggered changes in consumer behaviour, serving as a catalyst for the growth of e-commerce in Jordan. In this…
Bank al Etihad
Jan 21, 2021
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