Umaradmin, Author at Shaf Rasul

An illustration of a futuristic tractor in a Scottish farm field, with drones and robots assisting farmers, symbolizing the rise of agri-tech in Scotland.

My Column

29 May 2017

Invest in Tech and Farms Will Be Cash Cows

Scotland’s agricultural heritage goes back more than 6,000 years and has been formed by generations…

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A handshake between two figures in suits against a backdrop of the Scottish flag and Chinese and European flags, symbolising trade deals between Scotland, the EU, and China.

My Column

22 May 2017

Trade Deals Don’t Stop for Politics

In amongst all of the recent General Election hubbub, you’d be forgiven for missing several…

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A futuristic robot and a human collaborating in an office setting, highlighting the balance between technology and human creativity in the workplace.

My Column

15 May 2017

No need to fear march of robots.

Over the last 20 years, I’ve learned that the best businesses are the ones that…

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A group of young entrepreneurs presenting ideas at a Scottish business event, with inspirational quotes on a whiteboard in the background, highlighting innovation and support for startups.

My Column

8 May 2017

Our future depends on their ideas.

It’s not often that entrepreneurs get to go back to the classroom, but we could…

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A stressed driver looking at high drop-off charges at a Scottish airport, with traffic tailbacks in the background, highlighting the frustration of motorists at costly airport fees.

My Column

1 May 2017

Buckle Up…It’s skyway robbery at our airports.

I’ve slammed unnecessary airport charges for drivers before in this column – Edinburgh Airport being…

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A vibrant street mural featuring colorful graffiti art and artists at work in an urban setting, highlighting the creative energy of the Nuart Festival in Aberdeen.

My Column

24 April 2017

Graffiti fest has made my spray

The first word that comes to mind when someone says graffiti to me is vandalism…

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A bustling high street with “Closing Down” signs, alongside a digital screen featuring Amazon Academy and online business growth tips, representing the contrast between retail struggles and e-commerce opportunities.

My Column

17 April 2017

High Street misery but help on way.

With the depressing news that a total of 366 stores closed across Scotland in 2016,…

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A dynamic image of a roller coaster, overlaid with Brexit and Scottish flags, business graphs, and financial data representing the ups and downs of Scottish businesses amid Brexit uncertainty.

My Column

10 April 2017

Strapped in for the Brexit Rollercoaster.

Looking back over the past year, Scottish business has been on a bit of a…

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A playful image of an office desk with a sick note, a computer displaying job search results, and a motivational poster about chasing your dream career, highlighting National Sickie Day and career opportunities.

My Column

13 February 2017

Did you call into work on National Sickie Day? It could be time for a new career

Were you off sick last week? Did your young apprentice fail to show for work?…

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A collage of Scottish music festivals, iconic venues like The Hydro and Glasgow Green, with festivalgoers and artists on stage, highlighting Scotland’s vibrant music tourism.

My Column

6 February 2017

Festival Boost is Music to my Ears

Scotland has always enjoyed a healthy, vibrant music scene – we just can’t get enough…

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Invest in Tech and Farms Will Be Cash Cows

Trade Deals Don’t Stop for Politics

No need to fear march of robots.

Our future depends on their ideas.

Buckle Up…It’s skyway robbery at our airports.

Graffiti fest has made my spray

High Street misery but help on way.

Strapped in for the Brexit Rollercoaster.

Did you call into work on National Sickie Day? It could be time for a new career

Festival Boost is Music to my Ears

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