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Founder #15. Zero to £20M Business in Dubai - Gino Cross

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Gino Cross opens up about building one of Dubai’s fastest growing real estate brokerages, going from having nothing to leading a 140-strong team in one of the most competitive property markets in the world. He breaks down how commission really works in Dubai, how brokers can make life-changing money, and why the city rewards speed, obsession, and execution.


But it is not just about success. Gino speaks honestly about nearly running out of money, learning from billionaires, making big mistakes, and the discipline it took to stay in the game long enough to win. From door-to-door sales in the UK to selling multi-million-pound properties in Dubai, this is a story of resilience, structure, and belief.


This is the eventful life of Mr Gino Cross.


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