Today’s conversation is with Calvin & Ryan Smith, co-founders of Suited & Booted—a premium tailoring brand built from the ground up in Dubai, known for its sharp fits, honest service, and relentless work ethic.

We rewind the clock to before the stores, the signature suits, and the brand recognition—to the early hustle, tough setbacks, and bold decisions that built the foundations of their success.

Ryan shares how he went from working in recruitment and real estate to selling suits from the back of a rented Toyota Yaris, and Calvin recalls how him and Ryan became friends, business partners , and scaled together.

Expect to learn:

• What led Ryan and Calvin to move to Dubai
• Where the idea for tailoring came from—and how it turned into Suited & Booted
• How they navigated major supplier issues and financial pressure early on
• Why owning your mistakes can be a superpower in business
• How Calvin & Ryan complement each other as business partners
• The biggest milestones in the Suited & Booted journey so far
• The evolution from “use Ryan” to building a scalable brand
• What they look for when hiring and how they train their sales team
• Why so many expats leave the UAE worse off financially—and how to avoid that trap
• What most men are getting wrong when it comes to suits
• How their casualwear range BYSMITH fits into the brand vision
• What long-term success looks like by 2030

This is a deep dive into resilience, reputation, and relationship-based business—from two men who built their business on trust, tailoring, and turning up every day, no matter what.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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Website - https://www.suitedbooted.com/

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Today’s conversation is with Shako Lokman.

Shako is a world-class communication expert, founder of Minds Eye Status, & trusted coach to those looking to develop executive presence, improve workplace interactions, and master social dynamics.

In this episode, we explore the transformation that took Shako from a self-described "shy kid" in Sydney to a sought-after authority on grounded communication. Drawing inspiration from thinkers like Robert Greene & shaped by real-world experience in sales and real estate, Shako shares practical tools to help you become more confident, assertive, and impactful in every conversation.

Expect to learn:

• How Robert Greene’s work shaped Shako’s journey into mastering human behaviour and power dynamics
• What “social dynamics” really means and why it’s a game-changer for personal and professional relationships
• What door-to-door sales and real estate taught him about communication under pressure
• The most common communication challenges men face today—and how to overcome them
• The recipe for becoming a great communicator, including body language, energy, and verbal clarity
• How to set boundaries at work and push back on unrealistic deadlines with assertiveness
• The meaning of executive presence and how to develop it in business
• Grounded communication explained: how to stay calm, composed, and compelling under pressure
• Why the fear of small talk is widespread—and how to make it easier and more natural
• What success looks like for Shako by the time he turns 40

Whether you’re trying to improve your communication, build deeper connections, or simply feel more confident in your own skin—this episode will leave you with powerful, practical insights.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shakotlokman/

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Today’s conversation is with Calum White, founder of White & Co and a leader in the Dubai real estate market.

Calum made the leap to Dubai nearly a decade ago, building one of the city’s biggest and best real estate agencies.

In this episode, we explore:

• The evolution of Dubai's real estate market – How it’s changed since Calum arrived in 2016
• Why so many fail in Dubai – And what separates those who thrive
• Launching White & Co at 27 – The mindset, mentors, and risks involved
• Breaking into real estate in Dubai – Is it still possible with no experience?
• What makes a top-performing agent? – Skills, mindset, and earning expectations
• Biggest lessons from multi-million dollar deals – And mistakes along the way
• Investing in Dubai vs the UK – Key differences, strategies, and investor advantages
• Why 60% of expats leave Dubai worse off financially – And how to avoid that fate

We also dive into business growth, decision-making, team culture, and self-investment—including Calum’s key takeaways from learning with Alex & Leila Hormozi and why personal development unlocks material success.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/calumwhiteceo

LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/calumwhitedxb/?

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