Robin Gordon-Farleigh

Founding Partner @manaraglobal | Ex comms strategist @10DowningStreet who oversaw the UK Govt Grid 11-17 | PR Week PowerBook Middle East |Views are my own.

[Robin Gordon-Farleigh @RobinG_F]

A dejavu moment, I was back again discussing the Conservative Party leadership election with @sallylockwood on Sky News. We need a Govt delivering boring competence. Big risk to the Party is people feeling fed up and it’s time for a change, which will be good news for Labour.

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Most organisations are operating with communication strategies built for stability.

But in an era of geopolitical fragmentation, AI disruption, and narrative volatility, silence creates risk.

Read the full article via the link below: https://t.co/pq5egVhXKs

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Employees don’t resist change.
They resist confusion.

#Internalcomms isn’t a box to tick.
It’s how you build trust, align teams, and lead through uncertainty.

we help leaders turn change into clarity - so their teams execute faster and adapt better.

#uae

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Strong communication isn’t about saying more. It’s about saying what matters and making it count.

At Manara Global, we help leaders bring clarity when it counts so they’re understood clearly, trusted fully, and remembered for the right reasons.

#AbuDhabi #Dubai #UAE

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Reputation isn’t just what people say - it’s what they believe.

And it can shape your next opportunity, your next conversation, or your next crisis.

#uae #AbuDhabi #Dubai #Business #Reputation

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[Robin Gordon-Farleigh @RobinG_F]

Businesses that fear change are businesses that fear progress.

Let’s be honest: change is hard.

It’s uncomfortable.

It challenges what we know.

But here’s the truth: businesses don’t thrive by avoiding discomfort; they grow by navigating it.

#BusinessSuccess #business #Leadership

[Manara Global @ManaraGlobal]

Most strategies fail not because they’re bad but because they’re misunderstood.

The biggest threat to organisational success isn’t your competitors; it’s confusion about your vision.

Strategic communication bridges the costly gap between what you intend and what people actually perceive. In fact, only 14% of employees fully understand their company’s strategy (Harvard Business Review).

Done right, strategic communication transforms:

➡️ Ambiguity into clarity
➡️ Complexity into simplicity
➡️ Frustrating aspirations into achievable reality.

Consider how clearly your vision is communicated across your organisation. When clarity increases, results follow. At Manara Global, this is the work we do every day, using strategic communication to help leaders translate strategy into clarity and results.

#uae #abudhabi #dubai #business #leadership #strategy

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Leaders in business and government know that without clear and strategic communication, they risk losing trust, missing opportunities, and weakening their reputation.

At Manara Global, we use strategic communication to help leaders position themselves and shape the story they need to tell. We make sure it connects with the right audience and drives the right response, whether in the boardroom, the media, or the market.

With us, leaders don’t just tell their story, they shape conversations, strengthen their reputation, and drive real impact.

#uae #abudhabi #dubai #business #leadership

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Every great organisation has a story. The challenge? Making sure it’s told the right way.

At Manara Global, we help businesses, governments, and leaders build, protect, and strengthen their reputations through strategic communication.

We ensure your story connects with the right audience, whether through thought leadership, media positioning, or internal engagement.

What makes us different?

We take a tailored, insight-driven approach, developing strategies that don’t just communicate but create real impact.

Your reputation shapes how you’re perceived, trusted, and valued. Let’s make sure it’s working to your advantage.

#uae #abudhabi #dubai #business #reputation

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Women light the way, leading, inspiring, and shaping the future. This International Women’s Day, we share a short film celebrating women's strength, ambition, and impact everywhere.

At Manara Global, we believe in more than just celebrating women. We believe in amplifying their voices and ensuring their brilliance is seen and heard.

Let’s continue to shine a light on the voices, achievements, and leadership of women today and every day.

#IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay #UAE #AbuDhabi #Dubai

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CEOs don’t fail because they lack strategy. They fail because they don’t communicate it clearly.

You can have the best business plan, the strongest market position, and the smartest team. But if your message isn’t clear, consistent, and credible, your strategy won’t land.

Here’s why communication is just as important as strategy:

1️⃣ People don’t follow strategy. They follow clarity.
– If employees don’t understand your vision, they won’t act on it. A strong message turns strategy into action.

2️⃣ Silence creates confusion.
– Uncertainty leads to speculation. When leaders don’t communicate, people fill in the blanks, and not always in your favour.

3️⃣ The right words drive results.
– A well-placed message can build trust, attract investment, and move markets. A vague or inconsistent one does the opposite.

The best CEOs don’t just set the direction. They make sure everyone understands it, believes in it, and knows how to act on it.

If your strategy isn’t landing the way it should, it’s time to rethink your communication approach.

#leadership #strategiccommunication #uae #abudhabi #dubai #business

[Robin Gordon-Farleigh @RobinG_F]

As Ramadan begins, I want to wish everyone observing - here in the UAE and beyond - Ramadan Kareem.

A time for reflection, discipline, and connection. A chance to reset, focus on what truly matters, and give back.

May this month bring you clarity, strength, and moments of connection with those who matter most.

#RamadanKareem #Ramadan

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What’s the real cost of a damaged reputation? Over 25% of your business’s worth could be at stake.

According to the World Economic Forum, reputation influences more than a quarter of a company’s value. For business leaders, this makes trust and credibility critical—not just as ideals, but as drivers of long-term success.

At Manara Global, we help businesses communicate with purpose, ensuring your story connects with the right people. Our approach turns reputation into a strategic asset that builds trust and drives growth.

Our reputation experts have worked with Prime Ministers, Presidents, CEOs, and Founders—let’s explore how we can support you in safeguarding what matters most.

#uae #abudhabi #dubai #business

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We see reputation as the foundation for long-term growth. Reputation isn’t built overnight, but it can be strengthened every day.

3 Things Businesses Must Do in 2025:
1️⃣ Act with Purpose
2️⃣ Take Control of Your Narrative
3️⃣ Lead Through Thought Leadership

#uae #abudhabi #dubai

[Robin Gordon-Farleigh @RobinG_F]

Starmer needs to frame a compelling narrative that better connects with people. Voters need to feel the delivery of govt priorities aligning with their vision of a better Britain - one where they are, in effect, feeling better off. Leadership is as much about perception as it is about action.

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After just 176 days since the Labour govt was elected with a very healthy majority, this poll by @JLPartnersPolls is alarming and astonishing in equal measure.

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NEW: @JLPartnersPolls POLARIS model forecast in The Sunday Times shows Reform surging to 71 seats

🔴 LAB 256 (-155)
🔵 CON 208 (+87)
🟣 REF 71 (+66)
🟡 LDEM 66 (-6)

The new model uses real elections to forecast, and was highly predictive in ‘19 and ‘24.

Links in next tweet.

[Robin Gordon-Farleigh @RobinG_F]

@RoryStewartUK Will be a fascinating discussion

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As we close out 2024, we’re grateful for our incredible clients and colleagues who’ve been part of our journey this year. Thank you for your trust and collaboration—here’s to building on this year’s successes in 2025.

From all of us at Manara Global, we wish you a joyful holiday period and a prosperous New Year

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Today, we celebrate the Arabic language - one of the richest and most influential languages in the world. Here are 5 things you might not know about Arabic:

▶️ A Global Language: Arabic is spoken by over 400 million people across the world and is the official language in 25 countries.

▶️ One Language, Many Dialects: While Modern Standard Arabic is used for media and formal settings, there are dozens of regional dialects that weave together local histories, such as Gulf Arabic, Levantine Arabic, and Egyptian Arabic, which add richness to the language.

▶️ Influence on Other Languages: Arabic has lent words to many languages, including English—think “coffee” (qahwa), “sugar” (sukkar), and “cotton” (qutn).

▶️ A Language Rich in Vocabulary: Arabic has over 12 million words, making it one of the richest languages in terms of vocabulary - the 10th-century philologist Ibn Khalawayh recorded more than 400 words for “lion”.

▶️ The Language of Innovation: Arabic was the language of scientific progress from the 8th-13th century, the Golden Age of Islam, influencing medicine, astronomy, and mathematics.

At Manara Global, we understand the power of language to connect people, cultures, and ideas. Operating in the UAE - a country that champions its heritage while innovating, we’re proud to play our part in building understanding and appreciation for this extraordinary language.

اليوم نحتفي بيوم اللغة العربية، إحدى أكثر اللغات ثراءً وتأثيرًا على مستوى العالم! نقدم لكم خمس حقائق عن هذه اللغة المميزة:

لغة عالمية: تُعد اللغة العربية لغة الأم لأكثر من 400 مليون شخص حول العالم، وهي اللغة الرسمية في 25 دولة.

تنوع اللهجات: تُستخدم اللغة العربية الفصحى الحديثة في وسائل الإعلام والمناسبات الرسمية، بينما تحتضن اللغة العربية طيفًا واسعًا من اللهجات الإقليمية التي تعكس عمق التاريخ المحلي، مثل اللهجة الخليجية والشامية والمصرية، مما يُضيف على اللغة ثراءً ثقافيًا مميزًا.

مصدر للإلهام اللغوي: أثرت اللغة العربية في العديد من اللغات الأخرى، بما في ذلك الإنجليزية، حيث أضافت إليها كلمات مثل القهوة والسكر والقطن.

غزارة المفردات: تعتبر اللغة العربية من أغنى اللغات في العالم من حيث المفردات، حيث تحتوي على أكثر من 12 مليون كلمة. وقد وثّق عالم اللغة ابن خالويه في القرن العاشر أكثر من 400 مرادف لكلمة "لأسد"، مما يبرز مدى تنوع وغنى هذه اللغة.

لغة الابتكار: كانت اللغة العربية لغة الريادة في العلوم خلال الفترة من القرن الثامن حتى القرن الثالث عشر، وهي حقبة العصر الذهبي للإسلام. وقد تركت هذه اللغة بصماتها الواضحة في مجالات متعددة مثل الطب والفلك والرياضيات.

في شركة منارة جلوبال، نؤمن بأن اللغة هي جسر يربط بين الشعوب والثقافات والأفكار. وانطلاقًا من موقعنا في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة، التي تجمع بين اعتزازها بتراثها العريق وسعيها الدائم نحو الابتكار، نفخر بمساهمتنا في تعزيز الفهم والتقدير لهذه اللغة المتميزة.

#يوم_اللغة_العربية
#ArabicLanguageDay
#UAE #AbuDhabi #Dubai

[Robin Gordon-Farleigh @RobinG_F]

British PM @Keir_Starmer will visit the #UAE this week to strengthen Gulf trade ties.

Starmer will fly to UAE on Sunday and attend talks on Monday morning.

He will then travel to #SaudiArabia for discussions with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

https://t.co/WUXTmgS0KX

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A new ministry for family affairs has been formed today in the #UAE to empower families, strengthen their cohesion and stability.

Its main job will be developing and implementing policies, strategies, legislation, and initiatives related to the following:

▶️ Working to build stable and cohesive families and enhance the role of the family in proper upbringing.

▶️ Proposing policies and initiatives to increase fertility rates among citizen families.

▶️ Reducing the risks of family breakdown and its negative effects on individuals, families, and society.

▶️ Preparing couples for marriage, encouraging them, and equipping them to form cohesive and connected families, as well as organizing and managing marriage support programmes and grants.

▶️ Developing parenting skills and promoting work-life balance for families.

▶️ Caring for, protecting, and ensuring the well-being of children by securing their social, psychological, educational, health, and developmental rights.

▶️ Protecting, caring for, empowering, and integrating vulnerable and at-risk groups in society.

▶️ Regulating and licensing institutions and centres that provide social programmes and services.

▶️ Preparing and training personnel in the social sector and licensing professionals in this field.