James Kassouf’s Blog
Behaviors Preventing You From Being A Great Leader
Leadership skills can be vital to career advancement, as well as the ability to inspire others to perform at an optimal level. That said, certain habits might prevent individuals from becoming effective leaders. Someone may be an ineffective leader if they display any...
Four Business Books to Read this Year
Reading is a great way to absorb the knowledge of some of the greatest minds in the world. Bill Gates, widely recognized as a very intelligent man, is an avid reader and regularly shares his recommendations. 2019 is shaping up to be an excellent year for books that...
Common Mistakes New Entrepreneurs Make and How to Avoid Them
Being an entrepreneur is not the easiest job in the world. It’s a unique position with a myriad of challenges. Because of this, it’s not something everyone can succeed at. However, if it’s your calling, be sure to avoid these three common mistakes to ensure your...
Business Trends for 2019
Are you developing a strategy for better business in 2019? As you prepare for the upcoming year, here are the top trends to keep in mind, and tips on how to best take advantage of them. Advertising and Marketing Advertising, especially personalized advertising,...
Productivity Tips for Small Businesses
Do you find yourself constantly distracted at work? Are the challenges of running a small business limiting your productivity? The following tips will help you get back on track and make the most of your day to day routine. Identify, Prioritize, and Delegate Start...
Corporate Skills to Take into Entrepreneurship
If you’re leaving the corporate life to venture into entrepreneurship, you may think the skills you’ve learned during your corporate experience are no longer applicable. Entrepreneurship is a different field entirely and requires a whole new set of skills. While that...
Four Types of Employees your Small Business Needs
Small businesses are often trying to accomplish the same tasks and meet the same goals as larger businesses, but have to do so with way fewer people. Because of this, small businesses need to be staffed with the most efficient employees to ensure those goals are met....
Essential Time Management Skills for Entrepreneurs
It’s commonly said that there isn’t enough time in the day. This sentiment is especially true for entrepreneurs. With so much that needs to be accomplished, it can be challenging to find the time to fit everything in. In order to do so, you need to have excellent time...
How to Avoid Burnout as an Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurs are known for having little work-life balance. Pursuing your dreams and trying to get your business off the ground takes a lot of work. Because of this, it’s very common for entrepreneurs to experience burnout. To avoid that, here are four important...
Tips for Becoming a Better Leader
Good leadership produces good employees and strong results. If you’re just stepping into a leadership role, or you’ve been one for a while, it’s important to know how to lead your employees in a way that will result in the best results for everyone. Understand...