by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog
Why do they call it duck tape? The purpose of a question is to solicit an answer. But an answer to what? Just the question on its face? Or the deeper misunderstanding posed by the question? In business, when you are building a team, you must pay very close attention... “I KNOW THAT JOB!”
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog
The advantages of starting a business when you are undercapitalized are priceless. They can force you to be creative, resourceful, and frugal. They focus your attention on sales to achieve a positive cash flow quickly, before you go out of business. They can save you... “IT’S ALL ABOUT ME!”
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog
You won’t get too much argument against the proposition that an excellent customer experience results in return customers, loyalty, and even advocacy. But few owners are aware that the terms their own people use can sour their hard earned customers on an otherwise... YOU’RE WORTH MORE THAN YOU THINK!
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog
We are always surprised by the number of startups that don’t use, or even know about, lines of credit. The first thing we hear is usually, “I need more money!” Sure you do. But the real question is how to get it. Today, with Shark Tank, Venture Capitalists, and term... IT TAKES MORE THAN MONEY!
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog
One of the wisest questions any startup could ask is, “What should I be looking for in an investor?” Wise startups assume they have some say over whom they will accept money from, rather than being in the desperate position of being lucky to get any investor. When you...