Opportunity Awaits

Opportunity Awaits

I'm Aaron Henriques, a British expat, business investor and entrepreneur who buys simple businesses. I own multiple businesses in the UK and Dubai and am a former police officer. Ready to transform your financial journey and build wealth? You're in the right place! Subscribe for expert Dubai expat tips and join our Opportunity Awaits podcast community. Here, I share my own real-world, no-nonsense, ad-free insights to empower you to seize lucrative opportunities in business and investing. Be part of something bigger and let's grow together! Welcome to “Opportunity Awaits®” owned by Handlr Media Ltd and hosted by Aaron Henriques. All content is for general information only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Some videos may include affiliate links (we may earn a small commission) or sponsorships. Full disclaimer at https://aaronhenriques.com/disclaimer © 2019 - 2025 Handlr Media Ltd. All rights reserved.

Episodes

July 14, 2025 3 mins

I'm facing the classic entrepreneur's crossroads - use capital for business acquisition or personal property? After 4 months back from Dubai, living with family, I break down why this decision is harder than it seems. Plus, why overthinking might be costing me more than either choice.

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Struggling with feeling like you're not making progress? I was too. In this episode, I share why celebrating small wins is crucial for entrepreneurial success and how a simple mindset shift from Alex Hormozi changed my entire week. From recognising daily victories to understanding why our goals constantly move - this is the reality check every business owner needs.

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We started with a 50/50 split, but what if 'fair' isn't always best? Three years later, those shares are worth far more, proving a costly lesson in partnerships. This episode dives into the importance of proper documentation, legal counsel, and making decisions based on logic, not emotion, to avoid future disputes. What's your worst partnership story?

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Aaron Henriques, a British entrepreneur from London now living in Dubai, guides UK business owners through the essential 7 steps to move their UK business to Dubai. Aaron used his personal and professional experience to cover important aspects such as choosing between a mainland or free zone company, deciding whether to use a business formation agency, selecting trade activities, and understanding the application proce...

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In this video, Aaron Henriques debunks the myth that entrepreneurs need an agent to set up a business bank account in Dubai. He explains that the process is relatively straightforward, especially with banks like WIO, where accounts can be opened quickly via an app. Aaron highlights the unnecessary fear and complexity that some agents instill in people, stress...

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In this video, Aaron Henriques clears up common confusion between Visa Entitlements and Visa Applications for free zone business setups in Dubai. Many people, particularly those going through an agency, misunderstand these terms and end up feeling misled. Aaron explains how Visa Entitlements are linked to company trade licenses, allowing a certain number of sp...

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Explore the benefits and drawbacks of establishing a free zone company in Dubai. Learn why this could be a strategic move for entrepreneurs and investors, what free zones offer, the tax benefits, and key points to consider before making your decision. Plus, clear up common misconceptions and gain insights into making the best choice for your business structure...

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Explore the key differences between mainland companies and free zone companies in Dubai. Understand the benefits and drawbacks of each legal structure, including ownership rules, regulatory requirements, and operational flexibility. Learn about the changes in local sponsor requirements and how free zones can be more suitable for certain types of businesses. ...

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November 25, 2024 6 mins

I’ve flown back to Dubai from London Heathrow and exchanged my British pounds for Dirhams! Join me as I share my latest adventures in Dubai Creek Harbour where I’m staying in a £2000 per month one bedroom apartment, in one of my favourite spots in the city!

Discover what's been keeping me, a British entrepreneur and investor very busy these past two weeks, including exciting developments with my free zone company, Handlr Zone in Du...

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Join British Entrepreneur Aaron Henriques as he delves into the revolutionary principles from Dan Sullivan's 'Who Not How'. Discover how Aaron transformed his approach to business, freeing up valuable time and skyrocketing productivity.

In this episode, Aaron shares his personal journey and insights on implementing these powerful strategies for bu...

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Join Aaron Henriques as he addresses a crucial mistake from his previous video on the UK general election. Discover an unforeseen constituency boundary change in 2023 and understand why it matters. Aaron tackles misconceptions, clarifies his voting stance, and dives into the discrepancies in seat allocation. Explore his thoughts on the UK voting system and...

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In this video, British entrepreneur Aaron Henriques discusses his scepticism about the recent UK election results, which saw Keir Starmer's Labour party win by a huge majority over the Conservative party, defeating former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak after 14 years of Tory rule.

He questions the fairness of the constituency system, pointing out how ...

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In this episode, Aaron Henriques, a former police officer and experienced entrepreneur from London, shares his journey of becoming comfortable with not being constantly busy. He reflects on his habit of starting multiple businesses without seeing them through and discusses how he learned to value downtime. 

Aaron talks about shifting his focus from social media’s 'busy' culture to strategic thinking, setting new rules to avoid bein...

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In this highly requested episode of Opportunity Awaits, Aaron Henriques dives into his personal journey of setting up both corporate and personal bank accounts in Dubai. This episode is especially helpful for free zone business owners with residency in Dubai.

Aaron shares the steps he followed, the hurdles he faced when setting up a company bank account in Dubai both before and after ge...

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Join Aaron Henriques, a seasoned entrepreneur from London, as he shares his journey of moving his business to Dubai. Discover the challenges he faced with high taxes and low opportunities in the UK, and how Dubai’s favourable environment for entrepreneurs offered a fresh start. Learn about why Aaron pivoted away from his start up idea and instead created Handlr Zone. Gain insights into the entrepreneurial spirit in Dub...

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Discussing tax insights and requirements for setting up a company in Dubai, addressing two common questions and misconceptions from viewers of the channel in this first Q&A video.

 

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Hey, I'm Aaron Henriques, a seasoned entrepreneur and business investor from the United Kingdom. Following the requests from people who watched my video on setting up a freezone company in Dubai, in this episode, I delve deep, detailing the full UAE residency visa process. This is tailored specifically for entrepreneurs and investors who have established a freezone company in Dubai or who are considering it in the future.

 

I'll gu...

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In this video, I will be sharing my experience as an entrepreneur from the UK of setting up a free zone company in Dubai. If you are thinking of starting a business in the UAE, setting up a free zone company can be a great option.

In the video, I will be discussing all the important things that I wish I knew before so that you can establish a free zone company in Dubai. From selecting the right free zone t...

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Entrepreneurship can be challenging, particularly when you're grappling with finding focus or feeling inundated with choices. In this episode, Aaron discusses his own struggles and offers valuable insights.

From overcoming procrastination to navigating conflicting advice, Aaron covers key topics that are essential for every entrepreneur to understand. He also delves into the significance of passion, custom...

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It is a frequent problem among numerous entrepreneurs to get sidetracked by social status instead of prioritising sales. They hold the belief that acquiring a blue tick on Instagram and Facebook is the sole key to success, and they will go to any extent to attain it. In the wake of Elon Musk's recent verification on Twitter, Meta has declared its paid verification service. Nevertheless, what impact will this have on yo...

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