Alain Guillot

Life, Leadership, and Money Matters

  • What Construction Can Teach Businesses About Managing Risk

    What Construction Can Teach Businesses About Managing Risk

    Every business, whether itโ€™s launching a new app or opening a cafe, is essentially a project. It comes with a budget, a timeline, and a desired outcome. In that sense, every business leader is a project manager. The construction industry, where projects are incredibly complex and the stakes are sky-high,…

  • Smart Investments for Sustainable Business Growth

    Smart Investments for Sustainable Business Growth

    For modern businesses, long-term growth isn’t just about maximizing short-term profits anymore. Real success comes from a foundation of sustainability, where smart investments build a company that’s not only profitable but also resilient, efficient, and responsible. Integrating sustainable practices isn’t a cost; it’s a powerful engine for innovation and stability…

  • Stock Market Recap โ€” August 17, 2026

    Stock Market Recap โ€” August 17, 2026

    ๐Ÿ“Š Alain’s Holdings โ€” August 17, 2026 Symbol Name Price Change Change % VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF 710.27 -3.44 -0.48% QQQ Invesco QQQ Trust 729.87 -1.20 -0.16% XIU.TO iShares S&P/TSX 60 ETF 54.68 -0.14 -0.26% Wall Street started the week in the red Monday as two familiar threats returned…

  • Donโ€™t Tax the Rich: Why We Should Encourage Success

    Donโ€™t Tax the Rich: Why We Should Encourage Success

    Taxing the rich can discourage investment and innovation. Discover why rewarding value creators may produce greater prosperity for everyone.

  • Marco Polo: The Merchant Who Reopened East-West Trade

    Marco Polo: The Merchant Who Reopened East-West Trade

    Discover how Marco Polo reopened East-West trade routes and reshaped European commerce for centuries. Read his full story now.

  • Signs You’ve Found a Trustworthy Car Dealer

    Signs You’ve Found a Trustworthy Car Dealer

    Buying a car is one of the most expensive purchases you’ll likely make in your life. And when you’re handed over large sums of money or agreeing to finance contracts that will cost you a significant amount of money over time you want to know the dealership you’re buying from…