Welcome to another episode of the Hux and Hobbies podcast! I’m your host, Junaid Ahmed, and today we’re diving deep with Qasim Aslam—entrepreneur, strategist, and one of the brightest minds in building businesses that don’t burn you out. In this episode, Qasim shares game-changing insights on how to build and lead high-performing teams, the power of effective delegation, and why your first hire should be an executive assistant.
We’ll explore the incredible opportunities that come from hiring international talent, and how gratitude and impact can transform your business and the lives of your team. Plus, we tackle the big question: is AI a threat to jobs, or the ultimate performance amplifier for top talent? Qasim breaks down how AI is reshaping the future of work, and offers practical advice for integrating AI into your business right now.
Get ready for actionable strategies, inspiring stories, and a fresh perspective on building a lean, intelligent, people-powered business. Let’s jump in!Where to reach Our Guest
youtube.com/kasimaslam
kasimaslam.com3 Hacks to take away
Effective Delegation Starts with Hiring an Executive Assistant: The most scalable move for founders is to delegate routine and administrative tasks to an executive assistant, freeing up mental space and time to focus on high-value activities and business growth.
Hiring International Talent Creates Mutual Value: Leveraging skilled professionals from around the world not only brings gratitude and dedication to your team but also has a transformative impact on their lives and local economies, while providing businesses with access to top talent.
AI Will Amplify Top Performers and Transform Work: AI is set to dramatically increase efficiency for high performers, making it essential for businesses to integrate AI tools and processes. Companies should focus on empowering their best people and using AI to streamline operations, rather than fearing job loss.