Cause Marketing is Not Only for Big Business (Webinar)
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | July 3, 2012 | Event
The Cause Marketing Masters Series presents the webinar, “Cause Marketing is Not Only for Big Business” led by Michael Houlihan, founder of Barefoot Wine. Join us on Tuesday, August 21, 2012 from 1:30pm – 2:30pm Eastern / 10:30am – 11:30am Pacific time. Click here here for more info and to register! Back in the late […]
On Independence Day, We’re more Interdependent than Ever
AMERICAN PIE – CHINESE PAN
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | June 30, 2012 | Business Blog
As we approach the nation’s 236th year of independence from England and thereby Europe, we find ourselves glued to the financial news out of Europe like we were still part of it. And we are, more than ever. We worry about the economies of China and Russia as if they were our own – regardless of […]
Art in the Park at Armstrong Woods
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | June 19, 2012 | Event
Join us for this wonderful event that takes place amongst the towering redwoods in Sonoma County. Hosted by Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods, offerings include Art Exhibition and Sale, Wine and Beer Tasting, Food and Music. It’s all taking place in the picnic area of Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve from 12 noon to […]
Tailor Your Message to What Your Audience Wants to Hear
DECIDE WHETHER YOU WANT TO MAKE A STATEMENT OR A DEPOSIT
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | June 18, 2012 | Business Blog
If you want to make a statement, tell them what you want to say. If you want to make a deposit, tell them what they want to hear. Sounds simple enough, but what do they want to hear and who are they anyway? Every successful business learns eventually that there are a whole lot of […]
Stewards of the Coast & Redwoods Meeting/Film Showing
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | June 12, 2012 | Event
We’re joining Stewards to see the short film, The First 70, followed by an update by Stewards on their proposals to keep Austin Creek SRA open and re-open closed areas at Sonoma Coast State Park. It’s all happening at the Monte Rio Community Center from 6:00 – 7:30pm on June 11.
Stewards of the Coast & Redwoods Meeting/Film Showing
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | June 12, 2012 | Event
We’re joining Stewards to see the short film, The First 70, followed by an update by Stewards on their proposals to keep Austin Creek SRA open and re-open closed areas at Sonoma Coast State Park. It’s all happening at the Monte Rio Community Center from 6:00 – 7:30pm on June 11.
Healdsburg Garden Club Annual Picnic
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | June 11, 2012 | Event
On Monday, June 11, we’ll be joining our Healdsburg Garden Club friends for a Potluck Picnic at the Villa Chanticleer Grounds at noon.
Find Good People – Make Great People
BUILD A SQUARE HOLE FOR A SQUARE PEG
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | June 11, 2012 | Business Blog
People always ask us what we look for in a job applicant because we had such a great staff. Sure, we looked at qualifications, but we looked beyond that. We wanted people who were not only qualified, but also had foundational qualities we could build upon. We wanted to see our staff achieve the highest […]
Wines of Macedonia Luncheon at Club 21, NYC
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | June 5, 2012 | Event
We are thrilled to have the opportunity to attend this truly unique wine luncheon, which debuts several new wineries and varietals from Macedonia. Check them out here: Wines from the Republic of Macedonia.
Improving Your Productivity can be as Simple as a Walk in the Park
TIME SPENT IN NATURE DOESN’T COST, IT PAYS!
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | June 4, 2012 | Business Blog
We often take walks in natural environments for more reasons than just the exercise. We’ve found that putting ourselves in nature provides many subtle benefits beyond physical fitness. Even if you get out for just 45 minutes in the middle of a hectic day, amazing things can happen. For one thing, it’s natural, like we […]
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