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My name is Maryam Al-Jaraba\u2019a, and I\u2019m an eighth-grade student at Zainab Bint Al-Rasoul School. From a young age, I\u2019ve been fascinated by a unique hobby: designing accessories. I would spend hours rearranging beads and making bracelets, using this hobby as a way to express my creativity and personality. However, I never imagined it could become something more\u2014until I joined the Enterprise Business Challenge program at my school.<\/span><\/p>\n

At first, I was uncertain, questioning whether I could transform my passion into a thriving venture. While I loved making accessories, I didn\u2019t know how to take it further. I lacked the knowledge and skills to turn my hobby into a successful business. The Enterprise Business Challenge program changed everything. It wasn\u2019t just a learning experience; it was a flame that ignited my dream
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During the training, I learned to create simple business plans, market my products on social media, manage my time effectively, and set prices that reflected the value of my work. The support from my teachers and classmates made all the difference. Their belief in me made me believe in myself.<\/span><\/p>\n

After the Enterprise Business Challenge program ended, I decided to apply what I had learned. I began by photographing my accessory designs and posting them on social media platforms. To my amazement, the response was incredible! Orders began pouring in quickly\u2014not only from my classmates but from people I\u2019d never met before. I worked hard to fulfill these orders while appreciating the positive feedback I received. This encouragement motivated me to keep going.<\/span><\/p>\n

Today, I\u2019m more than just a student; I consider myself a young entrepreneur with a growing business. This journey has transformed how I see myself and what I\u2019m capable of. I\u2019ve gained a newfound sense of confidence and ambition.
\n\u201cThe Enterprise Business Challenge program didn\u2019t just change my hobby\u2014it changed my outlook and opened doors I could never have imagined.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Many of my friends and classmates have shared their admiration for my journey, saying they find it inspiring to see how a personal hobby can evolve into a small business. Their encouragement drives me to continue pursuing my dream. I feel so proud and grateful for this journey that I have been able to embark on, all thanks to Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair Refugee Education Fund.<\/span><\/p>\n

I\u2019m thrilled by the impact of my project and excited to expand it even further. What began as a simple hobby has now become a growing business, and I\u2019m ready to keep flourishing, dreaming and reaching for new goals.
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It wasn\u2019t just a learning experience; it was a flame that ignited my dream [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”8181″ img_size=”full” alignment=”right”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1746604469390{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}”] During the training, I learned to create simple business plans, market my products on social media, manage my time effectively, and set prices that reflected the value of my work. The support from my teachers and classmates made all the difference. Their belief in me made me believe in myself. After the Enterprise Business Challenge program ended, I decided to apply what I had learned. I began by photographing my accessory designs and posting them on social media platforms. To my amazement, the response was incredible! Orders began pouring in quickly\u2014not only from my classmates but from people I\u2019d never met before. I worked hard to fulfill these orders while appreciating the positive feedback I received. This encouragement motivated me to keep going. Today, I\u2019m more than just a student; I consider myself a young entrepreneur with a growing business. This journey has transformed how I see myself and what I\u2019m capable of. I\u2019ve gained a newfound sense of confidence and ambition. \u201cThe Enterprise Business Challenge program didn\u2019t just change my hobby\u2014it changed my outlook and opened doors I could never have imagined.\u201d Many of my friends and classmates have shared their admiration for my journey, saying they find it inspiring to see how a personal hobby can evolve into a small business. Their encouragement drives me to continue pursuing my dream. I feel so proud and grateful for this journey that I have been able to embark on, all thanks to Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair Refugee Education Fund. I\u2019m thrilled by the impact of my project and excited to expand it even further. What began as a simple hobby has now become a growing business, and I\u2019m ready to keep flourishing, dreaming and reaching for new goals. 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