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Integrity Is the Basis for Trust

Integrity Is the Basis for Trust

THE “ACTUAL FACTS”

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Susan Goldberg, Editor in Chief of National Geographic, recently felt compelled to speak out on the matter of truth, trust, and facts. In the June publication, her letter from the editor laments the widening of the trust gap between the public and the experts. She...
Stanford Commencement Message for New Techies

Stanford Commencement Message for New Techies

DON’T HOLD YOURSELF BACK!

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

We were honored to be invited to the Stanford University 126th Commencement. Our friend Zach Steward has done it again! Two years ago, we saw him get his Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering. This year he was awarded a Masters. Quite a feat! Just trying to imagine all...
CEO Forum – Seven Lessons for Entrepreneurs

CEO Forum – Seven Lessons for Entrepreneurs

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Michael & Bonnie contributed an article in The CEO Forum. To read the article, please read this article                Who We Are Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey co-authored the New York Times bestselling business book, The...
How to Take Control by Aiming, Not Blaming

How to Take Control by Aiming, Not Blaming

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Behind many seemingly outside problems are inside solutions. But with your ire focused on the other guy, you can easily overlook what you can do to mitigate the situation. “It’s not our fault,” becomes the order of the day with its cousin, “There’s nothing we...
Maximize Communications Technology to Avoid Misunderstandings

Maximize Communications Technology to Avoid Misunderstandings

“THAT’S NOT WHAT I MEANT!”

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Today we have many methods of communications. But which ones are the most appropriate for what kinds of communication? When should we use in-person, video conferencing, phone, email, or text? Some folks favor one form over another, but each has its place and should be...
How to Take Control by Aiming, Not Blaming

​7 Steps to Infuse Entrepreneurial Thinking Into Company Culture

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Every company wants to stay relevant and be in the forefront of their industry. This requires an imaginative staff creating new solutions and thinking outside the box. But first you need to change your company culture. This is easier said than done. A positive company...
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