He Lost Everything Twice and Built 3 Million Followers | Dariush Soudi on The DealMaker Show
In this powerful episode of The DealMaker Show, we dive deep into the reality of building a business in Dubai during uncertainty, global conflict, and economic pressure.
Dariush Soudi is one of the most recognised entrepreneurs in the Middle East — with 3 million followers, 40 years in business, and a story most people have never heard in full.
He lost his father at 3. Moved to England at 12. Built an empire. Lost everything.
Arrived in Dubai with just $750. Survived a knife attack, two heart attacks, and betrayal — and rebuilt everything from nothing.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
• Why Dubai is still one of the best places to build a business despite global uncertainty
• The truth about crisis vs opportunity (and how most people get it wrong)
• How to build resilience when markets collapse
• Why cash is king during downturns and how to survive financially
• The mindset difference between rich vs poor thinking
• How to scale from consulting to multiple businesses
• The real reason most entrepreneurs fail during uncertainty
• How to build teams, hire right & avoid costly mistakes
• Why self-worth directly impacts your income
• The hidden system behind wealth creation and success
🔗 Follow & Connect
You’re invited to be part of this journey:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Nessdealmaker
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nessrinehertelli/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nessdealmaker/
Website: www.nessdealmaker.com
🎙️ Guest Socials
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dariushsoudiofficial
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@dariushsoudi
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dariushsoudi
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