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Kasim Aslam

Recognize the ability someone else brings.

In this Inner Edison and ACES53 crossover, Kasim talks with Ed and Brian about talent, delegation, and entrepreneurial focus. He identifies talent acquisition as a central strength and explains how other people’s abilities make room for his next venture.

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INSIDE THE CONVERSATION

The story behind the skill.

01:17

Ask how someone got here

Kasim reflects on how learning a person’s story changes the way he understands them.

05:33

Build, then make room for talent

He describes getting a business started and bringing in someone equipped to take it forward.

05:57

Name the ability behind the work

Kasim identifies finding and using talent as a core strength and introduces his book, Hire.

These notes and timestamps refer to the original profile interview. Returning guests may have several appearances in the player above, with different timings.

Take it into your own work.

  • Ask about the experience behind another person’s skills.
  • Be specific about the ability a role requires.
  • Create space for someone else to do work they do well.

ONE PRACTICAL NEXT MOVE

Choose one responsibility you hold. Describe what success looks like and which strengths the person doing it needs.

An ACES53 editorial practice prompt inspired by this conversation.