Why Burj Khalifa builder Mohamed Alabbar prefers hiring Indians over everyone else
2 min readNew DelhiMay 7, 2026 12:47 PM IST Mohamed Alabbar, founder of Emaar Properties and the man behind landmarks like the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, has spoken highly of Indian professionals, calling them some of the hardest-working people in the world. Speaking at the ‘Make It in the Emirates’ summit, Alabbar said he prefers hiring Indians because of their reliability, discipline, and commitment to getting the job done. He said what stands out most is their willingness to stay available and take responsibility, even outside regular work hours. According to him, that level of dedication builds trust and makes Indian talent invaluable across industries. “I always tell people, from my own perspective, my IQ is average, but my hard work is the best. I believe in hard work,” he said, as quoted by Gulf News. Alabbar stressed that success is not purely about being intelligent. In his view, consistent effort, attention to detail, and strong execution matter far more. He explained that hard work is not limited to spending long hours at the …
