If there’s one thing the Arab world unanimously understands, it’s that people value their prayers, dedication to work, and a strong sense of community. The region’s work ethic is deeply rooted in humanity, with leadership fostering ethical practices that significantly enhance the quality of life.

During Ramadan, reduced and flexible work hours supported a balance between professional and personal life as workers dedicated time to prayer throughout the holy month. Additionally, charity events and Iftar gatherings strengthened community bonds in parallel.

Now, with the region embracing Eid celebrations, people are taking a well-deserved break to spend quality time with family and welcome the new year with renewed energy. The reason behind – ‘After Eid, Inshallah’ trend. 

Interview? After Eid, Inshallah! Job offers? After Eid, Inshallah! Business connect? After Eid, Inshallah! Deals to be closed? After Eid, Inshallah!

The Eid break vibe has slowed down life and business in a fair and balanced way. Plans, commitments, and deals are postponed until after Eid, as celebrations take priority and everything else can wait. 

‘Khalas, it is not happening!’ – writes Hussein Wehbi, the Chief Commercial Officer at EMX. Adding, “The "After Eid Insha'allah" mode is on !! 

Don't let it take you down or make you lose hopes, it is normal. Not because of any laziness, people and businesses focus this week on clearing their own priorities and your own priorities are not theirs for sure. Expect a ripple effect one week after Eid as well and then things will spin again. 

The coming three months are a must to run in performance before the summer mode starts and businesses slow down again. 

Ramadan passed extremely fast this year and until the next moon sighting, I wish you all the best and Wishing you well every year!”

Rad Arekat, the Social Media & Digital Director, Social Media & Digital Director at Burson shared the sentiment writing, “We’re officially in 'After Eid, Insha’Allah' mode!

If you’ve worked in the region for a while, you know the rhythm: things start to slow down around this time of year. Projects get delayed, responses take longer, and timelines stretch; sometimes by a week, maybe two, even three.

But don’t let it frustrate you. It’s not laziness; it’s simply people and businesses shifting focus to wrap up their own priorities. And naturally, your priorities may not be theirs.

Expect a bit of a ripple effect post-Eid too… but by then, momentum picks up again. 

The next three months are key. This is the window to go full throttle before the summer slowdown kicks in. Ramadan flew by this year. Until the next moon sighting; wishing you all clarity, focus, and success in what’s ahead.”

Nida Muhammad, a strategic HR consultant with Flylight Group shared her light-hearted thoughts: 

Khaled Qammaz, Operations Manager at an IT company – Jeeny also shared: “Let’s talk after Eid.” — We’ve all heard it. We’ve all said it. And by now, we all know what it really means: nothing is happening until further notice.

This phrase has quietly become the unofficial auto-reply in Jordan’s professional world. It’s showing up in emails, calls, meetings, and messages across every sector: government, private companies, NGOs, startups, banks, agencies, and even internal teams. No one is exempt.

He also noted that while Eid holidays stretch over a week, the question of ‘When after Eid?’ looms large—or, let’s say, creates confusion.

He provided some clarity on the ‘After Eid’ concept, adding, “Realistically, we’re looking at a full two to three weeks of near silence in some cases.”

“What started as a culturally respectful pause has now become a default way to push everything off the table with no real plan to pick it back up. Yes, there are reasons this happens. Ramadan brings slower working hours and shifting routines. Families are preparing for the holiday, and teams often wait on leadership to return from travel or personal leave. It’s understandable.”

He cautioned: “But that doesn’t mean everything needs to stop. The costs are clear. Projects stall. Decisions are delayed. Deadlines drift. Internal momentum fades. Clients and partners, especially those outside the region, begin to question reliability. And when the break finally ends, we return to an overwhelming backlog that could have been avoided.

We need to be more intentional. Progress doesn’t have to be dramatic, it just needs to be consistent. A quick reply, a simple decision, or a short meeting can keep things alive. Leadership can set the tone by staying visible and organised. And as professionals, we should be honest: if something can’t move until after Eid, say so. But if it can, don’t default to delay just because everyone else is.”

And with the region's efficient talent, he added, “Let’s build a work culture that reflects that one that respects the rhythm of the season without letting it become an excuse for inertia.”

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A Dubai-based PR writes, “The 'After Eid, Insha’Allah' mode is real! It's a great reminder to embrace the natural pace of the region and plan accordingly. Now’s the time to align, reset, and push forward with intention before the summer lull. Wishing everyone a productive and focused few months ahead!”

Well, this much-needed pause serves as a perfect opportunity to start fresh in the New Year. It’s not just about respecting the cultural rhythm, but also about carefully planning and executing key decisions, commitments, and actions that will shape the months ahead. 

Honestly, when anyone asks me if I would like to meet now or post-Eid, I would choose post-Eid without a second thought! :)