Steven Gagnon

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...

Leading your business through times of uncertainty can easily take its toll on you and your team. When your business is going through a crisis, panicking is never the solution. As a leader, it is your responsibility to recognize the seriousness of the crisis, keep up morale, and move the team through these uncertain times effectively and empathetically. However, especially for new entrepreneurs and leaders, taking on a crisis can be intimidating. These tips will help you to lead by example du...

Everyone has their favorite sports that they enjoy watching or playing. However, there is one that has become the most popular sport around the world. Soccer is loved by many people with more than 250 million people worldwide playing it. Also known as football or futbol in other countries, soccer is a beautiful sport with epic highs and lows. Here is why soccer is the best sport in the world:
A Player’s Game
Instead of being driven by the coach like many other sports, soccer is mainly driven ...

When watching the open credits of some of your favorite movies and TV shows, you’ve probably seen multiple names with the word “producer” tied to it or some variation of it. More often than not, production will have more than one producer or even different types. Although audiences have seen these titles before, not many know the different types of producers there are:
Executive Producer
This is a title that comes up in a lot of opening credits and a popular way to produce a film. The executi...

Even if you don’t have what it takes to be a professional athlete, you can still be successful within the sports industry. Professional teams and athletes need representation to ensure they are treated fairly and won’t get taken advantage of. More specifically, in exchange for a commission, a sports agent will help athletes get exactly what they deserve by advocating and negotiating on their behalf. Sports agents often have a wide range of career opportunities, but it’s essential to understan...

In the film industry, a producer is a key individual for the development, planning, execution, and marketing of a feature film. Although producers have such a significant role in the film industry, not many fully understand exactly what they do. While it’s their main duty and responsibility that production runs smoothly, is completed on-time, and stays on on-budget, there are various roles a producer will take on during a film’s production.
Looking Out for New Material
To be a successful prod...

When people think of what an “entrepreneur” is, there will usually be a variety of definitions. The perception of what an entrepreneur is will vary from person to person. As such, there are many misconceptions about entrepreneurs and what it means to be one. Here are some myths about entrepreneurship that need to be debunked:
Myth #1: All Work, No Play
One of the biggest misconceptions about entrepreneurs is that they are all work and no play. Contrary to popular belief, entrepreneurs do have...