The Barefoot Spirit
  • BOOKS
    • The Barefoot Spirit (Audiobook)
    • The Barefoot Spirit (Paperback)
    • The Barefoot Spirit Book Endorsements
    • The Entrepreneurial Culture
    • The Barefoot Startup’s GPS
    • Shelf Smarts
    • Skyrocket Your Sales
  • ADVISORS
  • SPEAKING
    • HIRE MICHAEL & BONNIE
    • Speaking Topics
    • BUSINESS SCHOOL TESTIMONIALS
    • Conference Testimonials
  • NEWS
  • PRESS
    • Contributed Articles
    • Media Resources
    • Media Hits
  • ABOUT
    • CONTACT
Select Page
Stop Single-Use Plastic Pollution by Leveling the Playing Field

Stop Single-Use Plastic Pollution by Leveling the Playing Field

SEEING IS BELIEVING

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

The European Union finally voted this week on a proposition that’s been on the table since May 2018. It’s a proposition to ban single-use plastics. How this finally happened at this highest level of European government is a testament, in our opinion, to...
Preoccupation with the Launch Can Sink Your Entrepreneur Ship

Preoccupation with the Launch Can Sink Your Entrepreneur Ship

DON’T BE LIKE THE SPANISH ARMADA

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Just because you launched your business don’t think that’s the key to success. The Spanish launched 1,000 ships … and they all sunk in a storm! So what exactly does success look like? If you’re a ship, it’s getting safely in to port. But where’s port? And how do you...
A College Degree Can Give You an Entrepreneurial Edge

A College Degree Can Give You an Entrepreneurial Edge

SAY HELLO TO YOUR GARAGE – A PEP TALK FOR TODAY’S GRADS

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

This year’s grads face serious employment challenges, but there’s probably never been a greater opportunity to create your own job. According to Robert Reich, former US Secretary of Labor, the job prospects look rather dim due to the economic down turn. He cites some...
Purchase Book

Download The Audiobook NOW!

New York Times Besteller
USA Today Bestseller
#1 Bestseller Amazon
#1 Bestseller Barnes & Noble
Top 5 Business Audiobooks of 2020
- Audiobook Publishers Assoc


Business Audio Theatre
Business Audio Theatre

Sign Up for a Free Consultation

“Always interesting and helpful.”
– John Taylor
John Taylor
“I love your weekly blog reports! Perfect amount of info, not over packed…”
– Eric, Owner, Dorton Studios
Eric
“Thanks for the great essay on packaging. You always have the most practical advice and detailed info.” 
– Stephanie Schull, Kegelbell
Stephanie Schull
“Thank you for sending me your weekly blog. I enjoy it and I’m able to glean some ideas for moving my business in some directions that I had not considered previously.”
– John Savory, President – Southwest Office Supply
John Savory
“Their practical insights and communication tips have already proven useful in my career, and I continue to enjoy their relevant newsletters.”
– Melodie Stairs
Melodie Stairs
“Fantastic job!”
– Stephen Key, Author, Columnist & Speaker
Stephen Key
“Awesome!”
– Jonah White
Jonah White
“Thanks for sending Michael and Bonnie….good stuff!”
– Craig Hettrich, President, Renaissance Executive Forums of Sacramento
Craig Hettrich
“Great Newsletter!”
– Epi Ludvik Nekaj, Founder & CEO – Crowdsourcing Week
Epi Ludvik Nekaj
“You guys sure bang out great content consistently! Nicely done.”
– Kim Hoyer, X Factor
Kim Hoyer






(707) 484-1600
sales@thebarefootspirit.com

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Youtube

Find Out More About How To Build A CPG Brand

C-Suite

Keynote speakers and New York Times Best Selling Authors Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey

Recent Posts

  • The Barefoot Spirit: How Hardship, Hustle & Heart Built America’s #1 Wine Brand 🍷
  • Something has to change.
  • Book Michael and Bonnie!
  • How to Recognize Opportunity (and Make It Sustainable) KNOCK! KNOCK!
  • Don’t Hurt Your Brand Image with Single-Use Containers – LOOK WHO’S AT THE TOP OF THE HEAP!

About Michael & Bonnie:

Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey help companies become more entrepreneurial. They co-authored the New York Times bestselling business book, The Barefoot Spirit: How Hardship, Hustle, and Heart Built Americas #1 Wine Brand. Read more about their humble beginnings to their creation of an international best-selling wine label HERE.

    Copyright ©2024 TheBarefootSpirit.com
      | About · Privacy Policy · Terms of Use · Sitemap · Contact
    This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Learn more.