E! News: You moved to Dubai at 21. What extra challenges did you face launching your career in a foreign country?I feel opposite, actually. I feel like Dubai has a bad rap. Some people think it's completely different than what it is. Dubai is so open. The locals, they're so kind, generous, giving, supportive. And the lifestyle here is a lot less stressful because of the safety. There are rules here. And people can say, "Oh, it's such a restrictive country.
E!: It can feel very intimidating to ask for a promotion, a raise or just a better job offer. How do you handle it?. I wouldn't be where I am today if I just stood back and waited for a handout. Or I stood back and just hoped that they'd offer me something. No, I'm going to ask for it. This is what I want, ask for it.