Oct 28, 202630 min
Dubai’s luxury market is fiercely competitive, but homegrown brands are finding ways to stand out. Today, we look at what it takes to build a fine jewellery business from the ground up, from launching that first...
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Scale or Fail
Hosted by Mira Business FM · business · EN
About this Podcast:
Scale or Fail is a podcast on Mira Business FM about startups, growth, and the hard lessons of building a company. Each episode features founders, investors, and operators sharing real stories and practical insights on what it takes to scale a startup or watch it fail.
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What is Scale or Fail about?
Scale or Fail is a podcast on Mira Business FM about startups, growth, and the hard lessons of building a company. Each episode features founders, investors, and operators sharing real stories and practical insights on what it takes to scale a startup or watch it fail.
What has Scale or Fail covered recently?
Recent episodes include "How to Build a Luxury Jewellery Brand in Dubai" (28 October 2026, 30 minutes), "Who Gets Access to Luxury Fashion’s Private Clubs?" (19 October 2026, 16 minutes), and "Why Traditional Business Advice Can Hold Founders Back" (5 October 2026, 20 minutes).
How often does Scale or Fail publish?
Scale or Fail publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 30 episodes.
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Recent episodes
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Oct 19, 202616 minLuxury fashion is exploring a new business model: private membership. Enter Nurvana, a newly launched, venture-backed platform offering a different way to access and experience luxury. Founder Erin Thompson...
Oct 5, 202620 minRosie Gunn is the founder of Endless, a fashion rental and resale platform launched in the UK in 2019 and expanded to Dubai in 2023. She joins us to talk about female entrepreneurship, lessons from building a fashion...
Episode #28
What’s Your Gold Jewellery Really Worth?
Sep 28, 202623 minGold prices can be unpredictable in the current market, prompting more people to take a closer look at jewellery they have inherited, bought years ago or simply kept away in a drawer. A new UAE startup is bringing gold...
Sep 21, 202645 minAI is transforming how businesses create content, from automated campaigns and AI-generated copy to captions, images and customer targeting. But as more brands turn to AI, there is a growing question: how do you use the...
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Sep 14, 202634 minForget buying jewelry. A UAE startup wants you to subscribe to it. For AED 299 a month, members get access to real gold and lab-grown diamond pieces that they can wear, swap and change without committing to ownership...
Sep 7, 202623 minRising costs, supply chain pressures, and economic uncertainty are putting modern food businesses under growing pressure. At the same time, consumers are seeking healthier products without paying a premium.In this...
Aug 31, 202619 minIn this episode of Scale or Fail on Mira Business FM, Tim Elliott speaks with Urban Nest founder Janaika Elders about swapping 15 years of corporate FMCG stability for independent retail in the Gulf. She reveals the...
Episode #23
Your Office Lunch Is About to Get Smarter
Aug 24, 202630 minDubai offices are rethinking the daily lunch break, and Tazizi is building on the idea that the future of workplace dining could already be sitting in the office fridge. The Dubai-based food tech company provides smart...
Episode #22
UAE Moves Towards Monthly Payments
Aug 18, 202629 minPaying rent, school fees and other big bills could be getting easier as more UAE consumers turn to monthly payments and direct debit. Joining Tim Elliott is Ummair Butt — the founder of Direct Debit System, the UAE’s...
Jul 27, 202626 minAI is no longer just for big corporations. Small businesses are now using intelligent chatbots, virtual employees, and AI-powered apps to win customers, cut costs, and grow faster. But can AI really replace parts of...
Jul 20, 202627 minMany businesses are rushing to adopt artificial intelligence across customer service, marketing, and operations, yet corporate adoption remains surprisingly stop-start. Hash Include Founder Anas Abdul Latheef joins Tim...
Jul 14, 202628 minGrowth alone is not enough. Strong financial management has become essential for startups looking to attract investors and scale successfully. Today on Scale or Fail, we explore the financial pitfalls that can hold...
Episode #18
Your Brand Could Make or Break Your Startup
Jul 6, 202625 minSaltborn Creative founder Vika Rieva revealed how strategic brand positioning distinguishes successful startups in a crowded marketplace. Following a disrupted aviation career, Rieva built a thriving UAE venture...
Episode #17
Luxury Goes Green: Can Plant Leather Win?
Jun 29, 202626 minCan plant leather earn its place in the world of luxury? Today on Scale or Fail, we explore one of fashion's biggest shifts.Joining Tim Elliott is Elke Steijns, Founder of VOGAYA, a Dubai designed luxury handbag brand...
Episode #16
Can Climate Journalism Ever Be Profitable?
Jun 22, 202622 minIn this episode of Scale or Fail, Tim Elliott sits down with Rachel Redfern, Editor-in-Chief of Dubai-founded media platform The Carbon Current. They discuss the immense challenges of monetising climate coverage amidst...
Scale or Fail
Startups Losing Millions to 'Invisible Spending'
Jun 1, 202617 minS0<p>As UAE startups scale up rapidly, mastering financial visibility is the ultimate key to unlocking sustainable success. Armin Moradi, Founder and CEO of fintech control platform Qashio, joins Tim Elliott to share...
May 19, 202623 minS0<p>In a pivotal month for MENA startup funding, UAE-based Maxion has secured nearly $750,000 to challenge global dating giants. Founder Christiana Maxion details how her community-driven platform aims to revolutionise...
May 11, 202624 minS0<p>Dubai-based sports venture Finomena Football is set to revolutionise the local market by transforming street-level cage football into a professionalised league. Founder Felix Lauterbach discusses the commercial...
May 4, 202625 minS0<p>Renowned investigative journalist Mazhar Farooqui joins Tim Elliott to discuss his transition from the newsroom to the tech sector. As the founder of Check First Intel, Farooqui shares insights from two decades of...
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