In this episode of Beyond the Business Card, host Justin McGuire sits down with Barney Crompton, one of Dubai’s most respected real estate figures, for a raw, honest look at the life behind the luxury homes.
From growing up in Portugal to building and later walking away from one of the UAE’s most recognisable brokerages, Barney opens up about the highs, the crashes, and the personal evolution that came in between.
This isn’t just about real estate. It’s about identity, reinvention, and the cost of doing business with integrity. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a real estate professional, or someone trying to figure out what “success” really means, this one hits hard.
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
• What growing up in a fiercely entrepreneurial family taught Barney
• The rise and fall of Crompton Partners, and why he walked away from his own company
• How Dubai’s volatile property market became his biggest teacher
• What imposter syndrome, burnout, and ego looked like behind closed doors
• Why he’s choosing “small and loyal” over “big and scalable” in business
• The personal principles that have kept him grounded through it all
This is one of the most unfiltered conversations we’ve had on the show, and a masterclass in self-awareness, humility, and starting over.
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