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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. From the outside, becoming a CEO can look like reaching the top of the mountain — a final, triumphant chapter after a long climb. But here’s the real story: It’s not the end. It’s a new beginning. One filled with curveballs, late-night worry sessions and more lessons than any business school could ever cram into a syllabus.As CEO of BELFOR, the world’s largest property restoration company, I’ve had the incredible privilege (and, let’s be honest, the intense pressure) of helping grow our team from 19 people to more than 13,000 across the…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Almost half of the U.S. workforce now juggles a side hustle alongside their day job. But starting one isn’t as simple as it sounds — especially when time and money are tight. The biggest challenge? Figuring out how to build a recognizable brand and generate steady cash flow without sacrificing your sanity.If you want a side hustle that not only survives but thrives, you need a clear plan that plays to your strengths, solves real problems and grows steadily without overcomplicating things. Here’s a practical step-by-step guide to help you get there.Related:…

The UAE has delivered more than one billion meals to people in need as part of a major humanitarian project. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced the successful completion of the humanitarian project launched in Ramadan 2022 to provide one billion meals to those in need worldwide. Sheikh Mohammed said: “Three years ago we launched a humanitarian project aimed at distributing 1 billion meals to those in need globally. The project has fully achieved its goal this month, distributing one billion meals across 65 countries. UAE 1 Billion Meals project “An…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Most business leaders have a story about a great opportunity that slipped away. Maybe it was an acquisition that fell through or a major client that signed with a competitor instead. Or a promising market expansion that had to be postponed due to “poor timing.”During the post-mortem, it’s easy to blame sales, marketing or a lack of resources. But often, the core issue isn’t execution — it’s liquidity. Not a lack of capital but a lack of access to it when it matters most.In today’s environment, timing is everything. The difference between…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Imagine this. Jean and John, who met at a startup incubator, founded a company together. But as they grew, Jean realized that she and John weren’t aligned on many things, including what the company’s future should look like. Neither John’s goals nor his behavior reflected the company’s mission, so Jean ousts John from the business.Reasons for a co-founder’s departureThere are a number of reasons that a co-founder may want to part ways with another co-founder.1. Lack of dedication A startup that wants to scale for a big exit typically requires founders who…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Here’s a common myth: There is one “right” franchise for aspiring franchise owners. As a franchise consultant who has been in the game for more than eight years, one of the most important things I’ve learned about matching the “right” candidate with the “right” franchise is that there’s no surefire equation for guaranteed success at a specific brand or concept.Sometimes a candidate that fits a certain brand in every single statistical category will reject a concept outright. Sometimes a candidate who is hellbent on a certain brand simply doesn’t have the necessary…

Abu Dhabi’s economy continues to show strong momentum in 2025, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reaching AED291bn ($79.2bn) in the first quarter—a 3.4 per cent increase compared to Q1 2024, according to the Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD). Driving this growth is the emirate’s expanding non-oil economy, which surged 6.1 per cent year-on-year to AED163.6bn ($44.5bn). For the first time ever in a Q1 period, non-oil sectors contributed 56.2 per cent of total GDP, underscoring Abu Dhabi’s continued economic diversification efforts. Abu Dhabi economy The oil sector accounted for the remaining 43.8 per cent, or AED127.4bn ($34.7bn). Ahmed Jasim…

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Flydubai has introduced AI-driven smart gates for its crew members, aiming to streamline immigration procedures and enhance operational efficiency at Dubai airports. The UAE-based carrier has partnered with emaratech, a leading national technology provider, to deploy biometric border control systems at its Airport Operations Centre. The new smart gates leverage facial recognition, real-time data validation, and AI technology to create a seamless, paperless immigration experience for more than 3,800 pilots and cabin crew. Flydubai biometric smart gates This advanced digital-first solution significantly reduces immigration processing time, particularly during peak travel periods, and reflects the airline’s ongoing commitment to innovation and…

Dubai real estate developer Arada has sold “The Observatory,” a record-breaking AED125m ($34m) penthouse at its wellness-focused Akala development near Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The sale ranks as one of the top 10 apartments sold in Dubai so far in 2025, underscoring the strong global investor interest in Akala. Spanning two floors at the top of one of Akala’s 220m twin towers, The Observatory offers panoramic, unblocked views of the Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai, DIFC and the Zabeel area. The Observatory in Akala DIFC in Dubai Featuring six bedrooms, The Observatory is also notable for a number of design…