In this week’s episode, we sit down with Gift Solomon, founder of Giffy Real Estate and Dubai Getaway Travels, to uncover her incredible story of resilience and determination. Gift shares how she arrived in the UAE with just $300, navigated tough challenges, and built two thriving businesses. She talks about her early struggles, including working at Freedom Pizza and becoming the UAE’s first female delivery rider, before transitioning into the competitive world of real estate and travel.

This episode is packed with insights on the value of relationships, building trust, and maintaining a mindset focused on service, not sales.

Topics Covered:

• Gift’s humble beginnings: From delivery rider to business owner.
• Building a people-first business philosophy in real estate and travel.
• The importance of resilience and finding opportunities in adversity.
• Hiring with heart: Why hunger and ambition matter more than skills.
• Creating a personal brand and its role in building trust with clients.

Show Notes Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction and Gift’s background story

08:10 – Adjusting to life in the UAE: Early struggles and wins

15:22 – Transitioning into real estate and launching Dubai Getaway Travels

25:48 – Building a client-first philosophy: “Serve, not sell”

32:12 – Overcoming challenges and the importance of resilience

40:28 – Advice for aspiring salespeople and entrepreneurs

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