1337: How Cyril Bijaoui Built a Real Estate Business Without Social Media

Can you truly dominate in real estate without posting on social media? In this episode, Miami-based top producer Cyril Bijaoui proves that you can! With over 23 years of experience spanning property management, investments, and million-dollar deals, Cyril has built a thriving business rooted in referrals, trust, and integrity without relying on flashy online marketing. He shares his disciplined approach to client service, the power of discretion, and why long-term thinking always wins in a relationship-driven industry. Cyril also offers timeless advice on staying authentic, handling rejection with grace, and diversifying your career in real estate. Tune in now to learn how to achieve real estate success your way!

Listen to today’s show and learn:

Let’s get to know Cyril Bijaoui [00:00]
Cyril’s Journey into Real Estate [01:02]
Building a Discreet and Referral-Based Business [02:00]
The Importance of Hard Work and Discipline [03:37]
Marketing Strategies and Social Media [04:37]
The Diversification in Real Estate [05:32]
Building Trust and Client Relationships [06:21]
Staying True to Yourself in Real Estate [07:59]
Handling Rejection and Maintaining Elegance [18:26]
How to connect with Cyril [21:28]

Cyril Bijaoui

Licensed real estate broker and general contractor.

Cyril Bijaoui is a leading force in South Florida’s luxury real estate market, with over $1 billion in residential and commercial transactions—including $250 million in the past two years alone.

With more than two decades of experience, Cyril specializes in high-value, high-complexity deals for a global clientele of buyers, sellers, developers, and institutional investors. As both a licensed real estate broker and certified general contractor, he brings a rare dual perspective that integrates construction insight, financial strategy, and deep market intelligence—creating value across every stage of a deal.

On the residential side, Cyril is a trusted advisor to ultra-high-net-worth individuals seeking waterfront estates, architecturally significant homes, and turnkey residences in Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and other premier neighborhoods. He has brokered numerous record-setting sales and off-market deals, known for his discretion, market access, and sharp negotiation skills. His luxury clients value his ability to understand lifestyle as well as asset value—ensuring their real estate investments serve both personal and financial goals.

On the commercial side, Cyril has independently led transactions and advisory work across the U.S., including the acquisition, repositioning, and management of office buildings, multifamily portfolios, and hospitality-driven assets. Notable projects include UNO South Pointe in Miami Beach, Sant Ambroeus’ Florida expansion, and high-profile office leases for Andbank and Boreal at Citigroup Center.

Renowned for his concierge-style approach, Cyril guides clients through complex decisions with clarity, discretion, and precision. He leverages real-time analytics, market data, and financial modeling to ensure each opportunity is strategically aligned with long-term value creation.

Fluent in French and conversant in Spanish, Cyril works seamlessly with international clients and has been featured in The Real Deal, The New York Post, Haute Residence, and other top-tier publications.

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