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World of Speakers Podcast Interview

World of Speakers Podcast Interview

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

We were interviewed on the World of Speakers podcast, by host, Ryan Foland. To listen to the interview, please visit the World of Speakers        Who We Are Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey co-authored the New York Times bestselling business book, The...
5 Ways to Get Good Ideas Out of Your People

5 Ways to Get Good Ideas Out of Your People

IT TAKES MORE THAN MONEY

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Companies ask us, “How can we get the entrepreneurial spirit?” The real question should be, “How did we lose it?” When their founders started in that garage or basement so long ago, there was no question in their minds, if they didn’t make sales, they’d go out of...
Your Attitude Can Predetermine Your Business Success

Your Attitude Can Predetermine Your Business Success

SUCCESS HAPPENS!

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

“You’ll never make it with that attitude!” You’ve heard it in sports. You’ve heard it in school. And you may have heard it from your parents. You attitude is the filter through which all the input you receive passes, is judged, and is acted upon. In business, having a...
How to Know When it’s the Right Time to Quit Your Day Job

How to Know When it’s the Right Time to Quit Your Day Job

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Whether you’re thinking about starting a business, you’ve already taken the plunge but are still pre-revenue, or your new business is struggling to make ends meet, one of the most important questions you need an answer to is, “When can I quit my job?” You...
Why is The Barefoot Spirit So Relevant Today?

Why is The Barefoot Spirit So Relevant Today?

SALES! IT’S WHERE THE MONEY COMES FROM

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

We talk a lot about the Barefoot Spirit. But exactly what is the Barefoot Spirit in essence? It is sales! Period! Presales before you open your doors; growth supported by sales; overhead justified by sales; new team members oriented with sales process maps;...
Get the Word Out With Worthy Cause Marketing – Entrepreneur

Get the Word Out With Worthy Cause Marketing – Entrepreneur

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

First published on Entrepreneur.com on 09/02/2017 When we started Barefoot Wines, the big chain and box store buyers refused to put it in their stores unless we advertised heavily. You couldn’t blame them. We were unknown at the time. What made matters worse, we were...
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