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7 Techniques to Overcome Adversity – Don’t Let Fear Stop You or Force Rash Decisions

“FOR GOD’S SAKE, DON’T PANIC!”

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

FDR said at his 1932 inauguration, deep in the great depression, “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” It’s only natural to feel anxiety, uncertainty, and apprehension when you think of possible negative consequence of any business venture. It’s easy to...

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

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...

Taking the Inc. 500 Survey is an Eye Opener

WHAT MAKES SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURS TICK?

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Is there a set of characteristics all entrepreneurs share? What differentiates them from other folks? Below are the questions asked in the September issue of Inc. Magazine. In this issue, they list their annual Inc. 500 greatest and most inspiring entrepreneurs of the...

When Can I Quit My Day Job?

“ARE YA FEELIN’ LUCKY, KID?”

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Whether you are thinking about starting your business, you have already taken the plunge but are still pre-revenue, or your new business, struggling to make ends meet, one of the most important questions you need an answer to is, “When can I quit my job?” You know...