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At one of my Profit & Dine Dinner Masterminds, Bruce — owner of a cybersecurity company — was losing it. “Everyone wants something for free…”
“Because that’s not how it’s done.” Five words that have killed more businesses than any recession. Yesterday I shared how I gave away a million-dollar
Back in my Mideast FX days, I built something that—looking back—makes me shake my head. Using our trading volume and the pricing flows we saw
Yesterday I talked about that Aaron Rodgers Netflix special — the part where he breaks down how the same throw can have wildly different odds
I started watching a Netflix special on Aaron Rodgers the other night. What grabbed me wasn’t the drama. It was how he spoke about probability.
“Spoke to the VP at XYZ. He said no — the Chairman already has a charity they support, so they won’t be participating.” Boy… big
“I like your post directly sent to my attention. Lets see what time does hahahhah you are actually a funny man…” A blast from the
There’s a moment every business owner hits. Not the breakdown. Not the burnout. The moment before that — when you realise you’re fooling yourself. This
This week’s stories all had one thing in common: They started in the wreckage. The mirror moment — when the problem wasn’t “out there,” but
Mark had everything most business owners dream of. A company pulling seven figures. A loyal team. Even a nice villa, with a view that made
Last Friday, during the SBC M&A Deep Dive, one of the participants said something that nailed what’s wrong with most business owners in our region:
At a recent event, I met the owner of one of the top PR agencies in the region. She was brilliant — sharp, strategic, and
“Mirror Mirror on the wall… what is my business telling me after all?” There’s a punch in the gut many business owners face – the
This week’s stories had one thing in common — control. The illusion of it. The cost of it. And what happens when you finally learn
Giles was the smartest owner in the room. In fact he would tell you .. the smartest in any room. Rules and contracts didn’t really
There’s an Owner I once knew — let’s call him Mark. Mark had built a thriving business over fifteen years. A loyal team, great clients,
Ever worked with someone who built a process for everything — except getting anything done? A client once told me about a manager like that.
We took my daughters to the community Halloween party yesterday. In the gaming section was a station where you threw a Velcro ball against a
I had drinks with my client the other week. He runs an eight-figure company. He doesn’t go to the office anymore. Takes his daughters to
Two businesses. Same profit. Different value. One was chaotic — late invoices, key clients dependent on the owner, constant fires. The other? Calm. Systemised. Predictable.
Could your business survive 90 days without you? Take some time to think about it… If not, how about 60 Days…. Or 30 Days…. Or
Tim Ferris – 4 hour work week, and Emyth are great reads but they are often misunderstood. Many business owners read them and think they
If so… there were much easier ways to do that… Such as volunteering at the local neighbourhood sweat shop. Or digging a swimming pool in
The first time I ever really delegated something important…it blew up in my face. The client wasn’t happy.The delivery was off.And the person I trusted
Yesterday, we talked about what happens when the best salesperson becomes the worst manager. He was a star broker. The kind of guy who could
He could sell ice to Eskimos.Charm, wit, energy — the full package.Every deal closed felt like a solo act. And when his company needed a
We got married in 2014 at a place called Stadion, a private home perched above the sea near Finikounda in Messinia. The owner, Kosta, was
Let’s play a little game. Walk into your office Monday morning. Now ask yourself one question: “Who am I in my business?” There are 3
Here’s a Harsh truth no one tells you: If your business needs you — it’s not worth s*** You might be pulling in high revenue.
It was one email. Just one I didn’t send. That was the moment everything started to change. I had a client who needed a report.
Ever had someone in business question your value just because you’re no longer “officially” part of the group?
I had an eye-opening experience with a member I’ve known for years in a networking organisation that left me rethinking what it truly means to build lasting relationships in business.
The lesson I took away? It speaks volumes about how some people approach relationships and opportunity and where you should be investing your time and money.
Read on to find out more.
Are you chasing metrics such as ROAS without the full picture? I’ve seen so many business owners led down costly paths to optimise this and other metrics, but it’s often the wrong one to focus on without the full context.
At our upcoming Profit and Dine session on October 29th, we’ll give you the full context by diving into the key metric you really need to guide your investments—and boost your profits and cash flow.
Join us in Dubai or online to gain actionable insights that can transform your business
Ever feel like you’re wasting time and money on things that don’t drive results? Jonathan did. He spent hours on a logo and “branding”, only to realize he wasn’t focusing on the deals that matter.
But a few months later, everything changed. He hadn’t spent more on marketing—but his profits soared. How?
By understanding one key metric about his customers.
Want the same clarity? Join us on October 29th at Stay Café in Dar Al Wasl Dubai or online
Are you running the same play over and over, wondering why you’re stuck? It doesn’t matter how hard you push—if your strategy isn’t right, the results are always predictable.
You might think it’s just a rough patch, but what if the problem is your playbook? If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and finally see progress, it’s time to rethink your approach.
Want to know how?
Sometimes networking events don’t go as planned—especially when you’re dealing with a noisy venue, a wandering toddler, and an impromptu pivot to something far more valuable.
What happened next in one unexpected 1:1 conversation completely shifted the day. It was all about systems, growth, and a game-changing mindset.
For a young entrepreneur, a roadmap she will never forget.
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Ever tempted to make a quick buck? Does making 10% more on a deal make sense 100% of the time?
We thought we had a good partnership—until a sudden change made us rethink everything.
It wasn’t the money that left a bad taste, but the mindset behind it.
What’s worth more: a one-time gain or a long-term relationship?
One decision can cost you far more than you imagined. See how easy it can be to fall in that trap.
Ever get the urge to just tell someone off—whether it’s a playground bully or a demanding client? My 5-year-old daughter mastered the “teacher voice” and got her peace.
One of my clients?
She fired her biggest (and worst) customer, and within 30 days, she had three better ones.
Business freedom is about choosing who deserves your time. Curious how to make that leap?