Expats in Dubai Podcast

Amber Waheed

Highlighting stories from across the emirate, the Expats in Dubai podcast brings you the insight and knowledge you need to stay ahead of scammers, thrive in business and enjoy the best of the expat lifestyle safely. Hosted by Amber Waheed, author of the Great Fraud Fightback. Named in the top 10 rankings of 2023 by Apple. Part of the Wizbizla Network of Accredited Professionals.

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The National with Amber Waheed offer advice on how to avoid dishonest financial advisers | Ep. 45
Dec 4 2022
The National with Amber Waheed offer advice on how to avoid dishonest financial advisers | Ep. 45
One of the biggest personal finance concerns many people have faced over the years is dishonest advisers selling complex, high-commission financial products to unsuspecting investors that can lock them in for years.Amber Waheed was one of them. Amber lost $80,000 after being duped by her advisor, Neil Grant into signing up for long-term investments she believed were low risk.It is a familiar, heart-breaking tale for many. But Amber decided to fight back and took her case to the UAE regulators. This was the first step in what turned out to be a landmark legal case in the UAE when Neil Grant was convicted of offering financial advice without a licence.Amber joins host Felicity Glover, the Personal Finance Editor at The National, to talk about her experience and share advice to victims of financial fraud.Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
Job scams and employment fraud...welcome to real estate | Ep. 44
Nov 27 2022
Job scams and employment fraud...welcome to real estate | Ep. 44
Fraudsters often recruit for a ‘dream job’.Fraud occurs in the workplace when an employer misrepresents (spoken or in writing) something about your job.  Fraud may arise when an employer makes a false representation concerning offer letters, job security, potential commission, or other aspects of employment.  Katleen Penel, a HR specialist from Belgium, believed her husband's employer had violated his legal rights relating to his employment with the British-owned Real Estate company in Dubai.    When the company knowingly made false promises of commission on property sales, but later refused to pay the commission, she worked with her husband to bring a fraud claim against the real estate company.In this episode Katleen shares her story of the internal workings of the real estate company that led her to explore the MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization) and how she won the claim of fraud against the company.Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
Think fitness life - secrets of a personal trainer and nutrition coach  | Ep. 42
Nov 13 2022
Think fitness life - secrets of a personal trainer and nutrition coach | Ep. 42
Being in good shape is much more than just losing weight or achieving a specific look - it's about mental mastery and living life.  It's no secret,  being over 40 can make getting healthy and fit much harder.  Then there's all the different fitness programmes and exercises. What if you do the wrong exercise for your body type and fitness goals? Is there such a thing as over-exercising?  And what does a long-term calorie deficit diet do to your body?Mark Doherty is a licensed sports nutritionist and personal trainer. As an expert in the nutrition and exercise field for over 29 years, Mark is the voice of reason in an otherwise fad-driven industry. This episode is perfect if you want to learn more about living a healthier lifestyle in Dubai, how to incorporate exercise with a large dose of nutritional knowledge, make better choices, balance life and become more confident in your overall wellness.Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
Making mental health support accessible in the workplace | Ep. 41
Nov 6 2022
Making mental health support accessible in the workplace | Ep. 41
We now have evidence that suggests that nearly two in three of us will experience mental health problem in the course of our lives and one in six of us is managing fluctuating levels of distress each week.  Yet this subject remains the big elephant in the room in many offices and workplaces.  Leadership teams are hesitant about broaching this topic and saying the wrong thing - to normalise the conversation.Amber is joined by Dani Hakim, the founder of Safe Space, and who is on a mission to rebrand mental health using her personal story and professional experience.   Safe Space provides corporate wellness programmes, workshops and initiatives, that aim to encourage individuals, teams and organizations to lead more active and healthy lifestyles.In this episode Amber and Dani talk about mental illness in the workplace and offer compassionate directions to help you get to the state of mental health you want to be in. _________This podcast is not meant to replace medical care. If you have been impacted by anything in this episode remember to reach out to a professional – in the first instance seek help from your doctor.Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
Trailer | Connecting Expats With Trusted Professionals
Oct 10 2022
Trailer | Connecting Expats With Trusted Professionals
Welcome to the Expats in Dubai podcast - full of lifestyle, community, financial and legal resources for the Dubai expat community.This weekly podcast unlike any other shares information and experiences from industry leaders within the Dubai community, to help expats enjoy their experience safely.  Listen, Download & Subscribe on:Apple Podcast Spotify Google Podcast Stitcher  Behind the Scenes of the Expat CommunityJoin me, Amber Waheed, author of The Great Fraud Fightback, alongside other savvy professionals, as we share helpful information on how to avoid fraud, and the behind-the-scenes scoop on what it's like to live in Dubai as an Expat.  In this podcast, we’ll detail the lifestyle you can expect, and the supportive communities and resources available to help you along your Expat journey. Expand Your Financial AwarenessThe Expats in Dubai podcast will help you increase your financial advisory and legal services awareness, so you can avoid the costly mistakes most investors make. In this podcast, I share lessons I learned from winning a landmark court case in Dubai against a fraudulent financial advisor, which I detail in my book, The Great Fraud Fightback.Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
Tackling the Fraud virus in the Middle East | Ep. 37
Dec 20 2021
Tackling the Fraud virus in the Middle East | Ep. 37
Deloitte have launched their Middle East Fraud Survey report, illustrating how organisations in the Middle East have been affected by fraud during the recent COVID-19 pandemic.Collin Keeney, Partner here in Dubai, conducted the survey, and is our guest today.  In this episode we discuss some of his key findings, and the impact his findings will have on expats in Dubai, and what tips he can offer both to the individual and to organisations on how to protect themselves against fraud in the region.In a wide-ranging conversation, Collin shares his observations on the future outlook of financial advisory fraud that continues to escalate, as well as the different types of fraud that are becoming more and more prevalent, and the role that professions such as legal, must play in mitigating fraudulent activity in the region.Collin has over 21 years of experience in Deloitte, including 11 years in the U.S. and 10 years in the Middle East. Listen to the full interview here on the Buzzsprout hosting site or on all major podcast directories.Make sure you’re subscribed to Expats in Dubai.  You can find us in Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, Spotify podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.  Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
How has the Owners Association maintained Emaar's flagship property investment in Downtown Dubai | Ep. 36
Dec 16 2021
How has the Owners Association maintained Emaar's flagship property investment in Downtown Dubai | Ep. 36
The newly implemented UAE Owners Association law came with greater responsibilities to improve quality of service and return on investments.Law 6 of 2009 on the Ownership of Common Property repealed Law 27 of 2007 and marked a substantial change in the operation of Jointly Owned Property and the roles and functions of the Owners Association Board and The Management Bodies as properties  – as with every investment – needed to be protected and increased in value.  How do Owners Association Boards address the new law? And how to they spend the community service charge budget with the aim to protect the home purchasers and also boost the real estate investments.We sit down with the Chairman of the Owners Committee for the Burj Residences in Downtown, one of Emaar’s most prestigious communities consisting of nine towers.  Mr Reza Mohammadi explains how the committee has maintained the investment value of the properties to remain one of the most in demand property developments in Dubai.Listen to the full interview here on the Buzzsprout hosting site or on all major podcast directories including Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and Spotify podcasts.Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
Are classic cars worth investing in for 2022? | Ep. 35
Dec 13 2021
Are classic cars worth investing in for 2022? | Ep. 35
Can a car be a sound investment in your financial portfolio? Should you diversify your garage as much as your holdings?  For the automotive enthusiast, one way to diversify an investment portfolio is indeed to start collecting classic cars. Most cars lose value immediately after they are driven off the dealer lot, but classic cars gain in value over time, due to rarity, performance, or special attributes. Classic cars, in general, gain in value more than other types of collectibles, although cars are more high-maintenance and more complicated to store than say stamps or comic books. The right classic cars can be valued into the several millions of dollars. So, investing in collector cars, or collector cars as a form of an investment - If you’re going to buy with profit in mind, you really need have to know what you’re talking about… In this episode, we welcome the founder of Expat Motors, Sonny Bains, to the show.  Sonny has over 20 years' experience in the Automotive industry and he applies insight and analytical experience to the collector car market, and today he shares his perspective on investing in collector cars as an option and what that would look like to the average expat person.    Listen to the full interview here on the Buzzsprout hosting site or on all major podcast directories.Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
Special Series - 50x50 to mark the UAE's National Day | Ep. 32
Nov 30 2021
Special Series - 50x50 to mark the UAE's National Day | Ep. 32
Which scam did you secretly think was genius?  Have you ever used your British 'charm’ to get your way in Dubai?  Which Nationality have you learnt the most from?  What misconceptions do Brits back home have about Dubai expats?  What advice would you give to anyone about Government Houses and how to deal with them?It's the National Day on 2nd December and Expats in Dubai launches 50x50 initiative to mark the 50th UAE National Day.  All this week, we are asking Expats to answer 50 questions about being an Expat in Dubai.Today, two of the brightest most intelligent minds Britain has to offer - Marketing Director Ian Sanders and Entrepreneur Rob Mortimer answer all questions about being a Brit expat in Dubai, sharing their favourite things, and many more.Make sure you’re subscribed to Expats in Dubai.  You can find us in Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, Spotify podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
How much does fear play into preventing us from grasping perspective? Actor Will Smith on what skydiving in Dubai taught him about fear | Ep. 29
Nov 23 2021
How much does fear play into preventing us from grasping perspective? Actor Will Smith on what skydiving in Dubai taught him about fear | Ep. 29
Over a third (34%) of people admit to a personal fear stopping them from doing something they wanted to achieve in life. Behavioural psychologist Jo Hemmings supported Franklin Roosevelt’s saying: ‘The only thing to fear, is fear itself’. And in many ways he was right - fear is what ultimately holds us back from many of the activities and challenges in life that could enrich us rather than damage us in some way. Many of us simply avoid fear, stepping away from situations or objects that trigger anxiety. While this may practically alleviate it in the short run, it also accentuates a feeling of failure and lack of confidence in the long run.Skydiving is known to be a real catalyst for confronting your fear head-on and turning your life around, because following a sky dive everybody will experience feeling a huge confidence boost in their own abilities, the feeling of having achieved something ‘truly amazing. It is testament to how rewarding this adrenaline-filled sport can be.In this episode, movie star, Will Smith, talks about what his experience of skydiving in Dubai and what skydiving taught him about fear, and how it changed his life, giving him the confidence to overcome any challenges in other walks of life.Make sure you’re subscribed to Expats in Dubai.  You can find us in Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
Inheritance issues arising from Investments | Ep. 28
Nov 22 2021
Inheritance issues arising from Investments | Ep. 28
Inheritance matters are inherently complex.Having a will in place in their country of origin is regarded by many expats as essential planning when they move to live and work abroad, offering peace of mind in the event of a tragedy.However, many Non-Muslim expats in Dubai are unaware that in the absence of a legally registered will in the UAE, the process of transferring assets after death can be extremely time consuming, costly and fraught with legal complexities. This could mean that assets accumulated during their time in the UAE may not go to their loved ones as they would have intended.Joining Amber in this episode is Cynthia Trench, Managing Partner, of Trench & Associates DMCC who have an extensive history in this area of law.  Following the amendments in the Civil Transaction Code and the Personal Status Law in 2020, Cynthia explains the legal framework along with the types of wills that can be executed in the UAE in order to protect assets and investments.  She also shares advice on how expats can prevent wills from being challenged and avoid being misled from financial consultants when protecting their investments.Listen to the full interview here on the Buzzsprout hosting site or on all major podcast directories.  Make sure you’re subscribed to Expats in Dubai.  Thank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.
Reproductive Autonomy: Social Egg Preservation | Ep. 27
Nov 18 2021
Reproductive Autonomy: Social Egg Preservation | Ep. 27
Today’s subject is a topic that, all fertility specialists caring for women, encounter on a regular basis.  Social Egg Preservation is a key component of assisted reproductive technologies – an increasing number of women are embracing careers and financial independencies and wish to know how to prevent unintended childlessness.  Dr Marikinti is a Fertility Specialist who meets such women seeking fertility preservation on an almost daily basis.  He observes that an increasing number of women, have already availed the technology to store their eggs and more and more women are intending to do so.  In this episode he explains the details of what Social Egg Preservation involves, the success rate of this new technology for the average female – as well as the main parameters and what they should be for success, along with cost considerations.Listen to the full interview here on the Buzzsprout hosting site - or Download, Listen & Follow The Expats in Dubai Show on all major podcast directories: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../expats-in.../id1569143426 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7LCEXGp74VG4g7m3JGvvna  Google: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c... Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/expats-in-dubais-podcastThank you for listening! Questions/Feedback or to receive a copy of our 'stories across the emirate' newsletter, please email us on hello@wizbizla.com Follow the show, subscribe on Apple Podcasts to be reminded whenever a new episode arrives https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/expats-in-dubai-podcast/id1569143426Say hello on Instagram and get visual updates https://www.instagram.com/amber.waheed.wizbizla/ Amber Waheed, is the author of 'The Great Fraud Fightback' in which she shares her story, lessons learnt and advice on winning a landmark court case in Dubai against financial advisory fraud.