Steven Gagnon

Being an entrepreneur means having the ability to operate a business, be it large or small. Naturally, many challenges go with such a career path, and thus, specific skills can help make it easier.
The most successful entrepreneurs are the ones that have developed a particular set of skills. These skills allow them to run their business in such a way as to raise the odds of success.
Willing to Learn
An entrepreneur’s job encompasses many tasks. They sometimes have to be involved in every aspe...

Are you looking to understand more about the entertainment industry? Regardless of whether you are part of the industry or simply a passionate fan, there are plenty of podcasts out there ready and willing to inform listeners.
Screen Talk
Screen Talk is Indiewire’s take on entertainment podcasts and is one worth listening to. Indiewire Deputy Editor and Chief Film Critic Eric Kohn is co-host alongside Hollywood Editor-in-Chief Anne Thompson. Together, they explore the area where indie films me...

Sports and other physical activities are great for children – it keeps them healthy, teaches them valuable skills, and helps them form new friendships. Naturally, every parent wants to encourage their child to fall in love with sports – a task that is sometimes easier said than done.
Encouraging a new passion or hobby requires a delicate balance. Parents must be careful not to push too hard, lest they risk their kids turning around and forming negative associations. Here are some tricks to he...

There are many lessons to learn in life. Some of the greatest lessons a person can learn come through more approachable means, such as through sports. Sports are fun and exciting – both to play and to watch. Yet they can also teach us important lessons about life, other people, and even ourselves.
Commitment
Playing sports requires commitment. It’s one of the first lessons any child can learn through sports. They have to set aside the time to practice independently, attend group practice sess...

Every industry faces different trends, demands, and challenges. This goes for the entertainment industry as well – an industry that has been heavily impacted following the events of 2020.
They say that if an industry can’t adapt, it is doomed to fail. The entertainment industry has been struggling to adapt when people want more on-demand entertainment, more experiences to remember, and easier access.
Cinema Struggles
One of the biggest struggles in the entertainment industry right now is the ...

Every year new businesses have to learn, adapt, and change their strategies based on growing trends. Naturally, this means that entrepreneurs must be even more willing to fight to stay ahead of the curve.
Advancements in technology, changing demands, environmental and socioeconomic events all have impacts on the business world. A savvy entrepreneur knows how to interpret these changes and plan accordingly.
Internet of Things (IoT)
One large growing trend is the hype surrounding the Internet o...

The sport of soccer goes back more than 2,000 years. Many claim to have discovered the sport, and there are historical records in ancient China. Rome, Greece, and parts of Central America. However, England formed it into the modern game of football that we all know today. In America, the sport is referred to as soccer, which is derived from Association Football. The reason is that the gridiron game of American football, which was derived from rugby, already existed in America. Association foo...

When it comes to the entertainment industry, people on the outside looking in have many fantastical notions of how it must be. As a civilian, it’s easy to imagine that every day is a fun adventure full of excitement and luxurious pampering. Here are a few misconceptions about the industry that most people believe.
It’s a glamorous business to work in all the time, 24/7
Contrary to popular belief, the time spent in front of the camera is a very small percentage of the time that actors spend th...

As an eager entrepreneur, you will need several elements to make your business a success. The first thing will be a product or service that others think is a good idea, not just you. Ninety percent of all startups fail within the first five years because of a flawed business model. The second reason is a shortage of funds. Before you spend hard-earned time, money, and effort launching a startup, there are several important decisions you should make beforehand. The people you chose to work wit...

In the early days of the NFL, draftees negotiated their contracts either by themselves or with parental guidance. This led to many unhappy players who felt exploited by their teams and a search for professional help. After a lengthy, uphill battle, they earned the guaranteed right of representation in a collective bargaining agreement. The National Football League Players Association, or (NFLPA), is one union-based organization established to provide players with formal representation when di...

Many new entertainment trends have emerged over the past year, in part because of a need to replace our otherwise outdoor social activities. People who have been working and studying from home have come up with ways to stay busy during downtime. Necessity breeds invention, so it’s no surprise that trends are emerging from this hibernation state.
Social Video
With the emergence of 5G networks, data can be transferred faster and with more clarity. This means more than a clearer telephone connec...

When people wonder whether it is worth the time and money to earn a degree, some reasons go above and beyond the credentials earned. They also get access to experts who are able to guide and teach them about the real world. They can roleplay real-life and pause for student questions or correct their decision-making. In addition to teachers and professors, there are also coaches and other adults who might encourage along the way. These people are called mentors.
A mentor is someone who has inv...

Soccer, also known as football, is one of the most beloved sports in the world. It takes a great deal of skill, agility, and talent to be a good player. However, it takes an immense amount of skill to motivate soccer players to be their best. This is why soccer managers are so important to the team as a whole. Managers push their players to be the best they can be. Some soccer managers have made more of a mark on the sport than others.
Jürgen Klopp
At the beginning of his career, Jürgen Klopp...

Making a name for yourself in the entertainment industry takes hard work and dedication. Whether you’d like to have success in music, film, theatre, or sports as someone in the background or front and center, there are a few ways to make it happen. It’s not just about getting the attention of others; becoming a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry takes business knowledge and understanding how to leverage yourself.
Lead With Your Passion
While being a jack of all trades sou...

Being a great leader doesn’t mean showing strength, charisma, or boldness all the time. While “humble” isn’t a word most people hear to describe a leader, showing humility and emotional intelligence can make an incredible leader. A leader who is humble, collaborative, and driven by their employee’s well-being is more likely to have strong employee retention and drive their team’s success forward.
Less Abuse of Power
Power as a leader can easily get to someone’s head and abusing that power bec...